Ballard Power Systems and Quantron AG have progressed in their partnership since announcing their strategic cooperation in September 2021. Together, they have delivered their first fuel cell electric vehicles (FCEVs), using Ballard's FCmove™ fuel cell modules integrated into Quantron vehicles. These FCEVs include a 44-ton heavy-duty truck and a light truck. Quantron's intelligent design fully integrates all fuel cell components into the frame structure of their FCEVs, allowing for standard bodybuilder build-up structures. This partnership aims to transform operational workflows in the transportation sector, providing efficient and zero-emission solutions.

The collaboration, which reduced the overall process from feasibility study to delivery to just 18 months, has brought Quantron's FCEVs to the market in record time. These FCEVs offer longer ranges and shorter refueling times compared to battery electric vehicles.

Hydrogen has become increasingly important as a clean energy source in the commercial vehicle sector, and Ballard, as one of the founding members of the Clean Transportation Alliance, is actively promoting hydrogen mobility. European customers have already received the first five FCEV units, with one unit completing 15,000 km in daily operations during a trial.

The partnership between Ballard and Quantron demonstrates the commitment to accelerating the adoption of hydrogen mobility in the freight sector and delivering high-performing fuel cell engines to the market. Michael Perschke, CEO of Quantron AG, expressed pride in developing market-ready FCEV vehicles and revealed an order and offer pipeline of up to 100 units.

Overall, this partnership showcases the potential of fuel cell technology in the transportation industry and the speed at which innovative solutions can be brought to market through collaboration.