IMC Reveals 50 Nikola Hydrogen Trucks at Sustainable Facility Opening

Phoenix, United State- Nikola Corporation., an zero-emissions transportation and energy supply and infrastructure solutions, via the HYLA brand, celebrated a noteworthy accomplishment when IMC, the biggest maritime drayage business in the United States, displayed the first livery for its fleet of fifty Nikola hydrogen fuel cell electric trucks. This accomplishment comes after a strategic agreement that has been in the works since the beginning of 2023 and was publicly celebrated during the launch of IMC's cutting-edge, environmentally friendly Compton plant.

Mr. Steve Girsky, CEO of Nikola President, said that, Nikola is proud to be at the forefront of sustainable transportation alongside IMC. Their goal of making their fleet completely emission-free is a sign of their industry leadership in the drayage business and sets a high bar for others in the field. As we all strive to decarbonize the industry, it is an honor to be in their corner.

IMC, being a forward-thinking company, started the procurement of fifty Nikola hydrogen fuel cell electric trucks through Tom's Truck Centers, a reputable dealer network member for Nikola sales and services. Ten of the initial batch of trucks from this strategic contract were delivered to IMC in Q423, and ten more are due this month. IMC's commitment to a more sustainable future will be cemented when the remaining 30 are anticipated to be delivered by the end of 2024.

Mr. Joel Henry, CEO of Joel Henry, said that, Our order for 50 Nikola hydrogen fuel cell electric trucks signifies our commitment to innovation and sustainability in drayage operations. We’re confident that these technology-advanced trucks will not only meet but exceed our expectations for enhanced efficiency and operational excellence.

As a key player in hauling containers from ports to warehouses, IMC is responding to the growing demand for sustainable transportation. The deployment of these hydrogen-powered trucks will be utilized in IMC’s operations primarily in Calif., as well as in Ariz. and Nev.

In compliance with pending California regulations mandating that all new drayage trucks registered must be zero-emission vehicles in an effort to phase out fossil-fuel trucks from ports by 2035, Nikola’s hydrogen fuel cell electric vehicles offer an immediate and viable solution. Assisted by Nikola’s Southern California dealer, Tom’s Truck Centers, IMC secured significant incentives through CARB’s Hybrid and Zero-Emission Truck and Bus Voucher Incentive Project (“HVIP”) program and Port of Los Angeles’ Clean Truck Fund Rate.