JCB, a renowned construction equipment company, has successfully obtained official certification from 11 licensing authorities across Europe for its revolutionary hydrogen combustion engine. This milestone marks the company as the first in the industry to introduce a fully functional combustion engine powered by hydrogen. Over the course of more than three years, a team of 150 engineers dedicated their efforts and a budget of £100 million to bring this innovative technology to fruition. The Netherlands’ Vehicle Authority RDW led the way by granting the initial certification, followed by other European countries like Great Britain, Germany, France, and more. The certification process is expected to continue in additional countries throughout 2025. JCB has already manufactured and deployed over 130 evaluation engines that are currently operational in various equipment such as backhoe loaders, telescopic handlers, and generator sets. The real-world testing phase of JCB's hydrogen combustion engine is advancing well, with positive feedback from customers' sites. Chairman Lord Bamford commended the British engineering team for their relentless dedication and highlighted the significance of this certification in promoting environmentally friendly solutions for the construction and agricultural sectors. This achievement not only marks a major step towards reducing emissions but also sets a precedent for the widespread adoption of hydrogen engines in the UK and Europe.