JCB, a well-known British equipment maker, has revealed the successful trial of its world-first hydrogen combustion engine in real-world conditions, particularly in its Loadall telescopic handler range. This achievement follows the company's announcement that it has overcome significant challenges in developing the hydrogen combustion engine, leading to landmark certifications from licensing authorities enabling its commercial use. The project, which involved a team of 150 engineers and a substantial investment of £100 million, has positioned JCB as the first equipment manufacturer to create a fully operational combustion engine fueled by hydrogen. JCB has reported that the Netherlands' Vehicle Authority RDW was the pioneer in issuing official certification for the engine to be sold in the country. Moreover, eleven licensing authorities in Europe, including countries like Great Britain, Germany, France, and Spain, have granted permission for JCB to market the hydrogen engines. Additional certifications from other countries are anticipated throughout 2025. Anthony Bamford, the chairman of JCB, expressed immense pride in the project's success, highlighting the importance of the recent certifications in numerous European countries. Bamford emphasized that the approval sets the stage for broader utilization of hydrogen engines across the UK and Europe, underscoring its role as a genuine zero-emissions solution for various equipment. The company has already manufactured over 130 evaluation engines that are actively powering different types of equipment, including telescopic handlers, generator sets, and backhoe loaders, with advanced testing ongoing at customer sites. The positive developments have spurred optimism about the potential of hydrogen combustion technology within the industry, as JCB continues to lead the way with its innovative British engineering team.