EKA Mobility, KPIT & BPCL Unite to Launch Hydrogen Buses in Kerala
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EKA Mobility, KPIT & BPCL Unite to Launch Hydrogen Buses in Kerala

EKA Mobility, in collaboration with KPIT Technologies and Bharat Petroleum Corporation (BPCL), has introduced Kerala’s first 9-metre hydrogen fuel cell bus at Cochin International Airport in Kochi. This initiative aligns with the state’s efforts to promote clean mobility and reduce carbon emissions. Supported by global partners Mitsui & Co. from Japan and VDL Groep from the Netherlands, the project aims to contribute to Kerala’s net-zero goals by advancing hydrogen-powered transportation.

The hydrogen fuel cell bus, designed to accommodate over 30 passengers, will be deployed at the airport under a three-year Proof of Concept (PoC) initiative. The vehicle was recently showcased at the Global Hydrogen & Renewable Energy Summit held in Kochi on March 12 and 13. As part of the collaboration, EKA Mobility has integrated hydrogen fuel cell technology developed by KPIT Technologies into its 9-metre electric bus. Meanwhile, BPCL has established the necessary hydrogen production and refuelling infrastructure in Kochi to support the initiative.

This deployment represents a major step in India’s commercial transport sector, demonstrating the feasibility of hydrogen-powered mobility. Beyond introducing a zero-emission vehicle, the project also focuses on developing the essential infrastructure for hydrogen-based transportation in Kerala. By combining technological advancements and strategic partnerships, the initiative highlights the growing emphasis on sustainable and clean energy solutions in public transport.

News source: Free Press Journal

EKA Mobility, in collaboration with KPIT Technologies and Bharat Petroleum Corporation (BPCL), has introduced Kerala’s first 9-metre hydrogen fuel cell bus at Cochin International Airport in Kochi. This initiative aligns with the state’s efforts to promote clean mobility and reduce carbon emissions. Supported by global partners Mitsui & Co. from Japan and VDL Groep from the Netherlands, the project aims to contribute to Kerala’s net-zero goals by advancing hydrogen-powered transportation. The hydrogen fuel cell bus, designed to accommodate over 30 passengers, will be deployed at the airport under a three-year Proof of Concept (PoC) initiative. The vehicle was recently showcased at the Global Hydrogen & Renewable Energy Summit held in Kochi on March 12 and 13. As part of the collaboration, EKA Mobility has integrated hydrogen fuel cell technology developed by KPIT Technologies into its 9-metre electric bus. Meanwhile, BPCL has established the necessary hydrogen production and refuelling infrastructure in Kochi to support the initiative. This deployment represents a major step in India’s commercial transport sector, demonstrating the feasibility of hydrogen-powered mobility. Beyond introducing a zero-emission vehicle, the project also focuses on developing the essential infrastructure for hydrogen-based transportation in Kerala. By combining technological advancements and strategic partnerships, the initiative highlights the growing emphasis on sustainable and clean energy solutions in public transport. News source: Free Press Journal

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