Revolutionizing Green Mobility: First Hydrogen Corp.'s FCEV Triumph with Amazon
Key Ideas
- First Hydrogen's FCEV completed a successful trial with Amazon in London, showcasing its efficiency in delivering packages over 535 km with 1,547 stops.
- Data analysis revealed a projected range of 397 km for the FCEV under real-world conditions, with potential improvements to exceed 450 km before refueling.
- The company is planning to expand trials to Europe and North America and is in discussions with a Mexican fleet operator to upgrade to hydrogen fuel cells and establish a country-wide Hydrogen Refueling Stations infrastructure.
- First Hydrogen's fuel cell powertrain demonstrated its capability to deliver power as needed, achieving outputs of 60kW during accelerations and a peak range of 630 km in previous trials.
First Hydrogen Corp., based in Quebec City, Canada, is making significant strides in green mobility by harnessing best-of-breed partners, design, and technology to tackle emissions. The company's integrated, clean energy ecosystem focuses on zero-emission vehicles and hydrogen solutions, aiming to facilitate the adoption of zero-emission commercial fleets through a green hydrogen-centric approach. Recently, First Hydrogen achieved a milestone by successfully testing its hydrogen-powered fuel cell vehicle (FCEV) in partnership with Amazon in London, where the FCEV efficiently delivered packages over 535 km with 1,547 stops. Data analysis from the trial indicated a projected range of 397 km for the FCEV under real-world conditions, with potential improvements to exceed 450 km before needing to refuel. The company plans to expand its trials to Europe and North America, showcasing its hydrogen-as-a-service model through strategic partnerships. Additionally, discussions have commenced with a Mexican fleet operator to transition to hydrogen fuel cells and establish a country-wide Hydrogen Refueling Stations infrastructure. First Hydrogen's fuel cell powertrain has demonstrated impressive capabilities, achieving 60kW in transient accelerations and a peak range of 630 km in previous trials, showcasing its suitability for demanding tasks like carrying heavy payloads or powering auxiliary equipment.
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Fuel Cells
Production
Technology
Green Energy
Market Expansion
Partnerships
Zero Emissions
Commercial Fleets
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