Hyzon Secures First Hydrogen-Powered Refuse Truck Order in North America
Key Ideas
- Hyzon secured the first-ever order for hydrogen-powered refuse trucks in North America from GreenWaste, a waste industry pioneer, after successful trials, marking a significant milestone in the transition to zero-emission transportation.
- The company achieved the start of production for its 200kW fuel cell system and Class 8 fuel cell electric trucks, with ten successful trials completed and over twenty more scheduled through February 2025.
- Hyzon's fuel cell trucks are exceeding expectations in terms of availability, range, hill climb, and fuel efficiency, with real-world data showing significant improvements compared to diesel trucks, appealing to customers focused on total cost of ownership and operating costs.
- The hydrogen fuel market is evolving positively, with competitive fuel pricing making operation of Hyzon's fuel cell trucks cost-effective compared to diesel, positioning the company well to capitalize on the substantial market opportunity and meet the demands of customers across various sectors.
Hyzon, a U.S.-based hydrogen fuel cell system manufacturer, announced its third-quarter 2024 financial and operating results, highlighting key achievements in the transition to zero-emission transportation. The company secured the first-ever order for hydrogen-powered refuse trucks in North America from GreenWaste, following successful trials. Hyzon also achieved the start of production for its 200kW fuel cell system and Class 8 fuel cell electric trucks, with numerous trials completed and more scheduled. These trials have showcased the trucks' high performance and fuel efficiency, exceeding customer expectations and highlighting the company's commitment to quality. The hydrogen fuel market's positive evolution, with competitive fuel pricing, enhances the cost-competitiveness of Hyzon's fuel cell trucks compared to diesel. This positions the company well to meet customer demands and capitalize on the substantial market opportunity for sustainable transportation solutions.
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