Hyundai Partners with South Chungcheong Province for Hydrogen Fuel Cell Buses
Key Ideas
- Hyundai Motor has signed an agreement with South Chungcheong Province to supply hydrogen fuel cell buses as part of the local government's carbon neutrality initiative.
- The company will supply Elec City and Universe hydrogen fuel cell buses for city, intercity, school, and workplace commutes, with plans to replace 1,200 diesel buses by 2030.
- Hyundai Motor will establish six hydrogen commercial vehicle service hubs in the region to ensure smooth operations and maintenance, supporting the province's hydrogen transportation operations.
- The partnership aims to contribute to reducing carbon emissions and promoting the adoption of hydrogen-powered vehicles in South Korea.
Hyundai Motor Co. has partnered with the South Chungcheong Province government in South Korea to supply hydrogen fuel cell buses as part of the province's carbon neutrality initiative. Under the agreement, Hyundai will provide its Elec City and Universe hydrogen fuel cell buses for various transportation needs, including city, intercity, school, and workplace commutes. The goal is to replace 1,200 diesel buses with hydrogen-powered ones by 2030. Additionally, Hyundai plans to establish six hydrogen commercial vehicle service hubs in the region to ensure seamless operations and maintenance of the buses. The company aims to support the province's efforts towards hydrogen transportation operations and contribute to reducing carbon emissions. This partnership reflects a positive step towards sustainability and innovation in the transportation sector in South Korea.