Liebherr, in partnership with Fortescue, has introduced a hydrogen-powered T 264 haul truck prototype, named Europa, at Fortescue's Christmas Creek mine in Western Australia for real-life testing. Equipped with fuel cells and a large battery, Europa can store liquid hydrogen onboard, emphasizing zero-emission mining. The collaboration aims to develop and supply zero-emission mining trucks, with Europa being a significant milestone in this effort. Field testing over the next few months will provide valuable insights for the future deployment of zero-emission haul trucks in mining operations. The integration of the Fortescue Zero battery into Liebherr's haul truck is seen as a crucial advancement in their joint venture, expediting the development of new technologies for zero-emission transportation. Additionally, the collaboration extends to co-developing an Autonomous Haulage Solution, focusing on integrated systems to reduce carbon emissions. Fortescue's CEO highlighted the importance of such innovations for decarbonizing mining operations, emphasizing the need for system solutions to achieve significant carbon emission reductions. The joint efforts of Liebherr and Fortescue signify a positive step towards sustainable and environmentally friendly mining practices.