Articles by Matt Lister

Japan to subsidise hydrogen fuel for commercial vehicles at ¥700/kg across six regions, aiming to lower costs for fuel cell trucks and buses. The scheme targets 90 stations and could save operators up to ¥21,000 per refill.

JCB has secured full EU type-approval for its hydrogen combustion engine, certifying it to Stage V standards and clearing the way for commercial rollout across Europe.

H2 MOBILITY opens Europe’s most powerful hydrogen station in Düsseldorf, as focus shifts to high-demand sites for buses, trucks, and public fleets.

Nikola’s hydrogen trucks and HYLA refuelling assets are up for sale following its bankruptcy. Over $140 million in inventory, including 103 FCEVs, is now available via court-supervised auction.

Europe risks €5 trillion in extra costs by backing a battery-only transport plan. Analysis shows how adding hydrogen cuts grid upgrades, mineral strain and overall bills.

Governments and industry leaders met at the World Hydrogen Summit 2025 in Rotterdam to back international hydrogen trade and outline next steps for global supply chains.

Extreme H tests new hydrogen power unit with 5x the output, built to run full race operations with no emissions.

Scientists from Oxford, Durham and Toronto have published a geological guide to locating natural hydrogen in the Earth’s crust – a potential clean energy source that could cost as little as $0.50/kg to extract.

France has proposed a 1.5% renewable hydrogen transport target by 2030 under its new IRICC scheme, with strict penalties for non-compliance and support for nuclear-derived e-fuels.

Bosch UK reports £3.3bn in 2024 sales and urges UK to recognise hydrogen combustion engines as low-emission to unlock investment in heavy transport.

BMW, Hyundai and Toyota have launched the Hydrogen Transport Forum to accelerate hydrogen vehicle and refuelling infrastructure rollout in Australia, starting at the 2025 Brisbane Truck Show.

The global fuel cell vehicle market is forecast to grow from $2.55bn in 2024 to $17.73bn by 2034, driven by policy, infrastructure, and commercial demand – but high costs and patchy refuelling still pose challenges.

Scientists show how to make hydrogen from wee using less energy than water electrolysis – offering a cleaner, cheaper, sustainable way to produce H2.

Hyundai and Plus have revealed a concept for autonomous hydrogen trucks at ACT Expo 2025, combining the XCIENT Fuel Cell with SuperDrive™ software for zero-emission long-haul freight.

German operator Wiedmann & Winz says Daimler’s GenH2 hydrogen truck is “very close to diesel” after 30,000km of real-world use.

Aberdeen launches TH2ISTLE hydrogen valley bid, aiming to produce 627 tonnes of green hydrogen by 2028, create up to 13,000 jobs, and lead Scotland’s energy transition.

WestVerkehr becomes the latest operator to deploy Wrightbus Kite Hydroliner hydrogen buses, with support from the German government.

Exeter Airport completes UK’s first live aircraft turnaround using hydrogen ground support machinery, including MATT tug and fuel cell GSE.

Hydrogen JCB diggers can now legally drive on UK roads for the first time, following a law change by Future Roads Minster Lilian Greenwood.

Canada’s fifth-busiest airport is adding hydrogen to its winter ground fleet, fitting dual-fuel systems to two diesel-powered runway sweepers.