Revolutionizing Transport: Dual-Fuel Hydrogen Partnership in Western Australia
Key Ideas
- Strategic partnership announced between Warradarge Energy, Fenix Resources, and HWR Richardson to trial dual-fuel hydrogen technology in Western Australia's Mid-West region.
- Proven technology from HWR Richardson has shown significant diesel reduction in commercial operations in New Zealand, with potential to reduce diesel consumption by up to 12 million litres annually in the Mid West.
- Immediate impact expected as Volvo FH16's Prime Movers operated by Fenix's Newhaul will undergo a six-month trial starting September 2025.
- The partnership not only aims at reducing carbon footprint but also highlights the growing demand for hydrogen as a clean fuel alternative.
Warradarge Energy Pty Limited has revealed a strategic partnership with Fenix Resources Limited and HWR Richardson Group Ltd to introduce dual-fuel hydrogen technology for Fenix's haulage operations in Western Australia's Mid-West region. The collaboration involves implementing HWR Richardson's proven technology, which has previously shown a 40-70% reduction in diesel usage through a hydrogen and diesel fuel mix in New Zealand. The upcoming trial will see Volvo FH16's Prime Movers fitted with the dual-fuel system for a six-month period, starting in September 2025. The environmental benefits of this technology are significant, with potential diesel consumption reduction of up to 12 million litres annually in the Mid West, showcasing a move towards cleaner and more sustainable transportation. Additionally, Fenix's adoption of this dual-fuel technology could serve as a domestic foundation offtake partner for Warradarge Energy's Green Hydrogen Project, emphasizing the increasing demand for hydrogen in the region's energy landscape.