HHLA Launches Hydrogen-Powered Port Logistics Test Field in Port of Hamburg
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- HHLA inaugurated a test field for hydrogen-powered port logistics at the Container Terminal Tollerort in the Port of Hamburg, marking a significant milestone in decarbonising logistics.
- The hydrogen refuelling station allows heavy goods vehicles like forklift trucks, tractor units, and trucks to be efficiently filled with green hydrogen, driving the transition to emissions-free operations.
- By collaborating with partner companies in the Clean Port & Logistics cluster, HHLA aims to develop and test solutions for hydrogen-powered equipment, contributing to the goal of achieving climate-neutral operations by 2040.
- The project received funding of approximately three million euros from the Federal Ministry for Digital and Transport, emphasizing the importance of hydrogen and fuel cell technology in advancing sustainable logistics.
Hamburger Hafen und Logistik AG (HHLA) has successfully launched the first test field for hydrogen-powered port logistics in the Port of Hamburg, accompanied by the opening of a hydrogen refuelling station. The test field at the Container Terminal Tollerort (CTT) serves as a crucial step towards decarbonising logistics, with a focus on testing the reliability of hydrogen to supply heavy goods vehicles during port operations. The initiative, part of the Clean Port & Logistics cluster, aims to gather valuable data on future technologies, shape sustainable logistics, and invest in innovative solutions to drive the sector's transformation.
The inauguration event saw key figures like Angela Titzrath, CEO of HHLA, and government representatives highlighting the significance of this project in paving the way for climate-friendly logistics. The collaboration with partner companies from around the world enables HHLA to test and optimize the use of hydrogen in heavy goods vehicles and terminal equipment, accelerating the transition to emissions-free operations.
With the support of the Federal Ministry for Digital and Transport, the project received substantial funding to advance the development and practical implementation of hydrogen-powered solutions. By aiming to achieve climate-neutral operations by 2040, HHLA emphasizes the importance of hydrogen in further decarbonising logistics and investing in sustainable practices. The strategic approach includes not only the use of hydrogen in heavy goods equipment but also explores its potential in import and distribution operations, leveraging the extensive European network of seaport terminals and intermodal connections for maximum efficiency and environmental impact.
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