Milestone Reached: 350-Bar Hydrogen Refuelings Lead Germany's Mobility Sector Transformation
Key Ideas
- 350-bar refuelings surpassed 700-bar refuelings in hydrogen volume in March in Germany.
- A 10% year-on-year rise in total hydrogen sales observed, driven by hydrogen-powered trucks and buses.
- Investment in 350-bar infrastructure is proving successful, highlighting heavy-duty transport as a key driver in hydrogen mobility.
- Shift towards fewer, larger vehicles with greater tank capacities using hydrogen indicates a changing trend in hydrogen usage.
In March 2025, H2 Mobility in Germany experienced a significant milestone as 350-bar refuelings accounted for the majority of the hydrogen volume supplied, surpassing the 700-bar refuelings. This shift signals a transformation in the country's hydrogen mobility sector, with heavy-duty transport playing a crucial role. The company reported a 10% increase in total hydrogen sales, attributed to the growing adoption of hydrogen-powered trucks and buses. Martin Jüngel, the Managing Director and CFO of H2 Mobility, highlighted the success of investing in 350-bar infrastructure. The changes at refueling stations also indicate a trend towards larger vehicles with greater tank capacities utilizing hydrogen. These developments emphasize the expanding role of heavy-duty transport in Germany's clean mobility strategy.