First-of-a-Kind Cryo-Compressed Hydrogen Demonstration in Class 8 Trucking

Verne will demonstrate the first Class 8 truck powered by cryo-compressed hydrogen (CcH2). A diesel engine truck will be retrofitted with dual-fuel (hydrogen-diesel) technology from Alberta and with Verne’s high-density CcH2 storage. Verne & collaborators in Alberta will pilot the truck and a mobile refueler in Alberta. Verne’s CcH2 storage systems can also power fuel cells and hydrogen engines and are suitable for all heavy-duty segments where range, payload and vehicle cost are important: trucking, port equipment, and more.

Project at a Glance

Funding Recipient: Verne
Funding Awarded: $2,000,000
Project Duration: Jan 1, 2024 – Jan 31, 2026
Sector: Clean Technology, Energy, Environment
Program: Advancing Hydrogen - Competition 2

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Project description:

Verne is developing the first demonstration of a Class 8 truck powered by cryo-compressed hydrogen. Cryo-compressed hydrogen allows hydrogen to be cheaply stored in its densest state, maximizing range and payload for heavy-duty vehicles like Class 8 trucks. Verne will work with Alberta-based Diesel Tech Industries (DTI), to retrofit a diesel truck to run on cryo-compressed hydrogen and diesel using a “dual-fuel” combustion engine. Verne will then work with Alberta Motor Transport Association (AMTA) and Alberta-based fleets to demonstrate the benefits of cryo-compressed hydrogen trucks when operating in Alberta.