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Germany inaugurates world’s first hydrogen-powered train fleet

Category : International
Published on: August 26 2022 Share on facebook

  • Germany launched its first fleet of hydrogen-powered passenger trains claiming they are the first of their kind in the world.
  • The 14 trains use hydrogen fuel cells to generate electricity that powers the engines.
  • By replacing the existing diesel trains, the German government aims to expand the use of hydrogen as a clean alternative to fossil fuels.
  • The trains manufactured by French company Alstom are operated by regional rail company LNVG on routes between the northern towns of Cuxhaven, Bremerhaven, Bremervoerde, and Buxtehude.
  • Trains have a range of up to 1,000 kilometres (621 miles) and a maximum speed of 140 kph (87 mph).
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