HVS Partners with Kopala International for Left-Hand Drive Hydrogen Trucks

HVS signs a MoA with Kopala International SL to supply left-hand drive hydrogen-electric HGVs for the Transition to Zero Programme.

Glasgow G75 0QF, United Kingdom- Hydrogen Vehicle Systems Limited (HVS)., a hydrogen fuel cell truck manufacturer, has signed a Memorandum of Agreement (MoA) with Kopala International SL, a developer specializing in green hydrogen projects. This partnership will allow HVS to supply left-hand drive hydrogen-electric Heavy Goods Vehicles (HGVs) as part of their Transition to Zero Programme, which aims to decarbonize the European road haulage industry.

The partnership will help Kopala International and its logistics operators transition to zero-emission solutions. Kopala will deploy innovative HGVs on delivery routes, while HVS’ Transition to Zero Programme will provide support in technology evaluation, hydrogen fueling infrastructure, financial options, safety standards, and government incentives.

Spain's government aims to lead Europe in hydrogen adoption for the heavy goods sector, targeting 11 gigawatts of electrolyser capacity by 2030. The approved "Hydrogen Roadmap" promotes renewable hydrogen to achieve climate neutrality by 2050, fostering innovative industrial value chains and sustainable jobs. Additionally, the European Commission has approved €1.2 billion in State aid to support Spain's renewable hydrogen industry.

Mr. Phil Henrik, Chief Commercial Officer, said, "Kopala International's commitment to this programme is a testament to the growing appetite for hydrogen solutions in European logistics, and we’re proud to be leading this effort with our cutting-edge FCEV technology."

Mr. Jeffrey Dost, CEO of Kopala International SL, said, "Partnering with HVS enables us to position ourselves as early adopters of hydrogen-powered logistics, and we are eager to take part in their Transition to Zero Programme."

The signing of the MoA with KI allows HVS to play a major part in the HydrogenizingBCN Initiative, a leading hydrogen project of great magnitude, launched in 2020 to build a Hydrogen corridor consisting of a green hydrogen powered mobility network infrastructure from Barcelona into the Iberian Peninsula and Europe.

HydrogenizingBCN aims to open the first phase of its proposed hydrogen corridor by 2027, addressing legal and financial challenges through public-private cooperation. Aligned with the EU’s Green Deal and Spain’s Green Hydrogen Roadmap, it has forged partnerships with local governments, research institutes, and private entities to produce and supply 20MW of green hydrogen for up to 200 hydrogen fuel cell vehicles by early 2027.

Following this, Phase 2 will focus on constructing the hydrogen corridor, facilitating commercial operations for long-haul heavy-duty vehicles. This infrastructure is essential for developing a hydrogen-based ecosystem that connects renewable energy production with transportation. HVS has secured a pre-order of 50 left-hand drive HGVs, marking its entry into the European market. This order emphasizes the trucks' zero emissions, long range, quick refueling, and cost-efficiency, proving their performance for broader adoption in heavy-duty transport across Europe.