Leading the Charge: Hydrogen Fuel Cell Trucks Transforming Transport in Los Angeles and Long Beach
Key Ideas
- Savage Companies, Symbio North America, and FORVIA are collaborating to launch a fleet of hydrogen-powered drayage trucks in Los Angeles and Long Beach to meet California's strict emissions regulations.
- The hydrogen fuel cell trucks offer fast refueling, no loss in payload capacity, longer range, and up to a 90% reduction in CO₂ compared to diesel, all while maintaining high performance standards.
- The trucks utilize Symbio's advanced fuel cell technology and FORVIA's high-pressure hydrogen storage systems, meeting global safety standards and demonstrating real progress towards industrial decarbonization.
- With the deployment of over 80 hydrogen fuel cell trucks, this initiative aims to act as a catalyst for hydrogen infrastructure development, influence policy changes, and pave the way for replacing traditional diesel fleets nationwide.
A partnership between Savage Companies, Symbio North America, and FORVIA is set to revolutionize transportation in Los Angeles and Long Beach with a fleet of hydrogen-powered drayage trucks. Revealed at the ACT Expo in Anaheim, this initiative goes beyond a mere demonstration, representing a significant step towards clean transportation and emission reduction in a region plagued by pollution.
The trucks, built on Mack Anthem chassis and powered by Symbio's 300kW StackPack fuel cell system, are designed to exceed California's strict emissions regulations and operate with zero emissions. The use of hydrogen fuel cells offers advantages over batteries, including faster refueling, no loss in payload, and longer range, making them ideal for the demanding port drayage operations.
Each truck runs on Symbio's 75kW proton exchange membrane fuel cells, stacked to provide continuous power, while FORVIA's advanced 70MPa XL-Tanks ensure safe and efficient hydrogen storage. With over 80 trucks being deployed initially, this project showcases the potential of hydrogen technology to drive industrial decarbonization.
Safety and reliability are paramount, with the entire system meeting global safety standards and certifications. Furthermore, the project is expected to accelerate the development of hydrogen infrastructure, influence policy changes, and serve as a model for transitioning to sustainable transportation across the country.
This initiative represents a significant milestone in the hydrogen economy, demonstrating that hydrogen fuel cell trucks are not just a concept but a practical solution for reducing emissions in the transportation sector. By combining advanced technology with real-world logistics needs, Savage Companies and its partners are at the forefront of transforming the industry towards a more sustainable future.
Topics
Fuel Cells
Sustainability
Zero-emission
Hydrogen Infrastructure
Clean Transportation
Advanced Technology
Industry Transformation
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