Ballard Power Systems has announced a significant development in the adoption of hydrogen fuel cell technology in the rail industry. The Canadian company has signed a long-term agreement with Canadian Pacific Kansas City (CPKC) to supply nearly 100 fuel cell engines for use in the North American freight rail market. Each engine will have a power output of 200 kilowatts, collectively amounting to about 20 megawatts of fuel cell power. This deal, expected to be completed by 2025, is an expansion of their previous collaboration initiated in 2021, where Ballard provided CPKC with 10 megawatts of fuel cell engines. The fuel cell engines procured from Ballard will play a crucial role in supporting CPKC's hydrogen locomotive program, which currently operates three hydrogen-powered locomotives. This partnership signifies a positive step towards reducing emissions and promoting sustainable practices in the rail industry. By embracing hydrogen technology, CPKC aims to enhance its operational efficiency while contributing to environmental conservation efforts.