Wrightbus Unveils Next Generation Hydrogen Coach at Cenex Expo
Key Ideas
  • Wrightbus reveals a 300kw hydrogen coach demonstrator at the Cenex Expo, marking a significant advancement in decarbonising public transport.
  • The company expresses gratitude for government funding from the Department for Business and Trade and support from partners like Queen's University Belfast and Symbio.
  • CEO Jean-Marc Gales emphasizes the importance of innovation in staying ahead of the curve and addressing the different needs of coaches for longer journeys and higher payloads.
  • Despite being a prototype, the hydrogen coach shows promising results with the ability to cover 1,000kms on a single refueling, showcasing the potential for sustainable long-distance travel.
Wrightbus, a pioneer in transport innovation, has unveiled its latest hydrogen coach development at the Cenex Expo, a showcase for low-carbon vehicles. The CEO, Jean-Marc Gales, introduced a 300kw hydrogen coach demonstrator as a crucial step in the journey towards decarbonizing the public transport sector. This achievement was made possible through government funding from the Department for Business and Trade, channeled via the Advanced Propulsion Centre UK (APC), along with collaboration from partners including Queen's University Belfast and Symbio. Gales highlighted Wrightbus's track record of groundbreaking innovations, such as the world's first hydrogen-powered bus and an award-winning battery-electric model, which have been successful globally. The company's commitment to continuous innovation, dating back to its establishment in 1946, drives them to push boundaries in sustainable transport. Recognizing that buses and coaches have distinct requirements, Wrightbus is focusing on addressing the specific needs of coaches for extended travel ranges and heavier cargo loads. While the hydrogen coach presented at the expo is still in the development phase, rigorous testing has shown its capability to cover impressive distances of up to 1,000 kilometers on a single refueling. This demonstration underscores the potential for hydrogen technology to revolutionize long-haul transportation and contribute significantly to reducing carbon emissions in the transportation industry.
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