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UK delivers hydrogen by rail for the first time
Hydrogen has been delivered by rail in the UK for the first time, marking a major milestone for clean freight and decarbonised transport.
The hydrogen unicorn: Heven AeroTech raises $100M to scale long-endurance hydrogen drones
Heven AeroTech has raised $100M in Series B funding, making it the first hydrogen-powered drone unicorn. With 10+ hour flight time and 600-mile range, its long-endurance fuel cell UAS tech is built for defence, logistics and GPS-denied missions.
BP exits H2Teesside hydrogen project as site shifts to AI data centre
BP has officially withdrawn from the H2Teesside hydrogen project, marking a major shift in UK energy plans. The site will now host a large AI data centre, raising questions about hydrogen’s role in the country’s net-zero strategy, and who will step in next.
Hydrogen fuel cell discovery by UC Berkeley dramatically reduces cost
A UC Berkeley chemist has developed a breakthrough hydrogen fuel cell technology that could cut electrolyser costs by up to tenfold, removing a major barrier to green hydrogen adoption.
Finland’s bold plan: 10% of EU hydrogen by 2030
Finland is gunning for a massive 10% share of the EU’s clean hydrogen supply. With abundant water, cheap clean energy, and huge projects like H2BRIDGE, the Nordic nation is gearing up for a potential €34bn economic boom.
Hydrogen takes flight: Intelligent Energy powers UK’s first long-range drone trial
Intelligent Energy powers the UK’s first long-range hydrogen drone flight, coordinated by BT and controlled by uAvionix, revolutionising UAV endurance.
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Exclusive interview: BMW’s Dr. Jürgen Guldner on hydrogen cars, infrastructure and why 2028 is the moment
BMW’s Dr. Jürgen Guldner tells Driving Hydrogen why the iX5 Hydrogen proves fuel cells are ready, why 2028 is BMW’s moment for a production hydrogen X5, and how infrastructure, trucks and industry will make it work.
FIRST LOOK: BMW announces 2028 hydrogen car will be an X5
BMW has confirmed its first hydrogen production car will be the iX5 Hydrogen, launching in 2028 after a million-kilometre global pilot fleet test and five decades of hydrogen research.
BREAKING: BMW puts a date on hydrogen – fuel-cell production confirmed for 2028
BMW will start mass production of its third-generation hydrogen fuel-cell system in 2028 at Plant Steyr, Austria, moving hydrogen from decades of prototypes into full-scale production.
Hydrogen cars now beat EVs with lowest life-cycle emissions of all, says ICCT
Hydrogen fuel cell vehicles powered by green hydrogen now produce the lowest life-cycle emissions of any car type, beating EVs, says the ICCT’s 2025 report.
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Hyundai commits $85 billion to accelerate hydrogen and mobility innovations
Hyundai will invest $85 billion in South Korea through 2030, with hydrogen, AI and fuel-cell infrastructure at the heart of its clean mobility strategy.
BMW secures €273 million in public funding to scale hydrogen fuel cell vehicles
BMW has secured €273 million in IPCEI-backed funding from Germany and Bavaria to develop and industrialise hydrogen fuel cell powertrains for passenger vehicles through its Hy2Move project, with series production set to begin by 2028.
Hyundai’s all‑new NEXO raises the bar for hydrogen mobility
Hyundai’s latest NEXO fuel‑cell SUV delivers 826 km range, faster refuelling, premium tech and a clear signal that hydrogen mobility is ready for the mainstream.
Toyota’s all-new Hilux goes electric, hybrid – and hydrogen
Toyota’s all-new Hilux enters a new era with electric, hybrid and hydrogen power. The ninth-generation model blends off-road strength with zero-emission technology and confirms a hydrogen Hilux for 2028.
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Toyota’s superconducting pump and liquid H2 take to the grid
Toyota runs superconducting pump inside liquid H₂ tank for the first time at Super Taikyu 2025 finale – achieving 1.3× tank capacity and lower boil-off.
Kawasaki Teryx H2: The off-roader that breathes water
Kawasaki goes truly green with the Teryx H2 Hydrogen Edition — a 250bhp supercharged off-roader built for dune domination. Hydrogen-powered, water-breathing and unapologetically wild, it’s proof zero emissions can still mean maximum chaos.
Exclusive: How the FIA tested hydrogen to destruction – and it passed
The FIA has crash-tested, crushed and certified hydrogen for racing. Inside the Extreme H programme that proved a 250-bar hydrogen car could meet FIA safety standards – and pass.
Exclusive interview: Alejandro Agag on Extreme H – speed, hydrogen combustion and houdini
Extreme E founder Alejandro Agag talks to Driving Hydrogen about the debut of Extreme H in Saudi Arabia, hydrogen safety myths, hydrogen combustion, and why Qiddiya will remain the series’ home for the next five years.
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€8/kg hydrogen enables cost parity with diesel: Hylane & H2 Mobility milestone
€8/kg hydrogen makes fuel-cell trucks economically viable, matching diesel costs via Hylane-H2 Mobility partnership.
Phase 2 begins: Daimler rolls out next wave of hydrogen truck trials
Daimler Truck has kicked off a second‑phase trial of its GenH2 hydrogen fuel‑cell truck with five logistics partners, marking a key step for heavy‑duty zero‑emission transport.
Scania reveals its first hydrogen trucks in Swiss pilot launch
Scania has launched its first hydrogen fuel cell truck at Transport.CH 2025. With up to 1,000 km range, the trucks will operate in live pilot tests to evaluate hydrogen’s role in long-haul freight.
Honda and Dongfeng partner on hydrogen commercial vehicles in China
Honda and Dongfeng have joined forces to develop hydrogen fuel-cell systems for commercial vehicles in China, supporting the nation’s 2040 hydrogen roadmap.
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Toyota: hydrogen will replace diesel in the 2030s, says Aussie sales boss
Toyota Australia’s sales boss says hydrogen will replace diesel from the 2030s. Sean Hanley pointed to 2035 as the tipping point, even as diesel still makes up nearly half of Toyota’s local sales.
Symbio lashes out at Stellantis hydrogen exit as partners warn of “irreversible consequences”
Symbio has slammed Stellantis’ exit from hydrogen vans, as 80% of its order book disappears overnight. Michelin and FORVIA warn of irreversible consequences for Europe’s largest fuel cell gigafactory.
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Aberdeen’s hydrogen buses delayed again: what’s holding back the return?
Aberdeen’s 15 hydrogen buses still off the road after 14 months. New depot refuelling and TECA hub are ready, but no return date yet. Full update inside.
Isuzu and Toyota reveal next-generation hydrogen bus ERGA FCV
Isuzu and Toyota have revealed the ERGA FCV – their next-generation hydrogen fuel cell city bus – shown publicly for the first time ahead of its world premiere at Japan Mobility Show 2025.
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Hy2Move: €1.4 billion EU support to drive €4.7 billion hydrogen transport boost
The EU has approved €1.4 billion in public funding for hydrogen research and mobility innovation under the IPCEI Hy2Move project. Backed by seven Member States, it aims to drive zero-emission transport with support for hydrogen-powered ships, planes, and vehicles.
EU funds 38 new hydrogen refuelling stations in €600 million push for clean mobility
The EU has awarded over €600 million to clean transport projects, including 38 new hydrogen refuelling stations across Europe. The funding supports the shift to zero-emission mobility through hydrogen-powered infrastructure for cars, trucks and buses.
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NASA awards $147M hydrogen supply contracts to Plug Power and Air Products
NASA has awarded Plug Power and Air Products a combined $147.2 million to deliver nearly 37 million pounds of liquid hydrogen for launch operations and research centers through 2030.
Shell signs renewable power deals to fuel REFHYNE 2 hydrogen electrolyser in Germany
Shell has signed two long-term renewable power agreements to supply wind and solar electricity to its REFHYNE 2 hydrogen electrolyser in Germany. The 100 MW facility is set to become one of Europe’s largest renewable hydrogen projects.
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Project Union: the UK’s national hydrogen pipeline network explained
Project Union is the UK’s national hydrogen pipeline project by National Gas. Backed by £164 million in funding from Ofgem, it aims to repurpose over 2,400 km of natural gas pipelines to create a 1,500-mile hydrogen network connecting key industrial hubs across Britain.
Britain accelerates hydrogen backbone with £164m funding
National Gas wins £164 million to develop a core hydrogen pipeline network, linking industrial clusters and producers across the UK.
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ULEMCo launches ‘HyConstruct’ to cut carbon on construction sites
ULEMCo has launched HyConstruct – a new hydrogen collaboration with GeoPura, BAM, Plantforce and BRE – to cut diesel use on UK construction sites using smarter dual-fuel control systems and real-world trials.
ULEMCo sells first HyTANKa mobile hydrogen refueller to T&M Bowser Solutions
ULEMCo has sold its first HyTANKa mobile hydrogen refueller to T&M Bowser Solutions. The 350 bar unit enables on-site hydrogen fuelling for heavy machinery and off-road equipment.