Wrightbus Unveils 300kW Hydrogen Fuel Cell-Electric Coach at Cenex Expo
Key Ideas
  • Wrightbus unveils a 300kW hydrogen fuel cell-electric coach at Cenex Expo, capable of covering 620 miles on one refueling, targeting longer distances and higher payloads than buses.
  • The project, part-funded by an Advanced Propulsion Centre grant and involving Queens University Belfast and Symbio, aims to finish development in 2025 with the coach hitting the road in 2026.
  • Wrightbus CEO highlights the significance of this hydrogen coach in decarbonizing public transport, emphasizing the company's commitment to innovation and staying ahead of the curve since its founding in 1946.
  • While known for their hydrogen-powered buses and award-winning battery-electric versions, Wrightbus recognizes the importance of addressing coach decarbonization to make a tangible impact on public transport sustainability.
Wrightbus has introduced a groundbreaking 300kW driveline demonstrator hydrogen fuel cell-electric coach at the Cenex Expo, showcasing its ability to travel approximately 620 miles on a single refueling. The vehicle, derived from a GB Kite Hydroliner single-decker bus, features a coach-specific configuration tailored for extended distances and higher payloads. Supported by an Advanced Propulsion Centre grant, the project includes collaboration with Queens University Belfast and hydrogen mobility specialist Symbio. Scheduled for completion in 2025, the development phase aims to have the hydrogen coach operational on roads by 2026. Wrightbus CEO, Jean-Marc Gales, believes this initiative marks a significant advancement in decarbonizing the public transport sector. Recognizing the company's history of pioneering transport innovations, Gales stresses the continuous pursuit of innovation to lead the industry. While Wrightbus has been renowned for its hydrogen-powered buses and successful battery-electric models, the focus on coach decarbonization underscores the imperative of addressing sustainability challenges in public transport.
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