JCB has received approval for its hydrogen combustion engine in Europe after 11 licensing authorities across the continent granted official certification. The engine, introduced in January 2023, is a groundbreaking development by a team of 150 engineers as part of a $103 million project. This innovation marks JCB as the first construction equipment manufacturer to create a fully functional combustion engine powered by hydrogen. The Netherlands' Vehicle Authority RDW was the first to issue certification, with other countries like Great Britain, Germany, France, and more following suit. JCB's chairman, Lord Bamford, praised the achievement and highlighted the importance of hydrogen combustion technology for the future. The company's involvement in hydrogen extends to its investments in ITM Power and the creation of hydrogen-powered prototypes like backhoe loaders, telescopic handlers, and excavators. These prototypes are currently undergoing testing on customers' sites, with over 130 evaluation engines already produced. The approval of JCB's hydrogen engine opens doors for widespread adoption in the UK and Europe, signaling a positive trajectory for hydrogen technology in the construction and agricultural sectors.