The world’s first hydrogen train, the Coradia iLint, has become operational on the world premiere 100 percent hydrogen train route in Germany.
This regional train only emits steam and condensed water while operating with a low level of noise, according to Alstom, a French multinational rolling stock manufacturer operating worldwide in rail transport markets.
The 14 vehicles with fuel cell propulsion belong to Landesnahverkehrsgesellschaft Niedersachsen (LNVG), which began seeking alternatives to diesel trains in 2012. Other project partners for this world debut are the Elbe-Weser railways and transport company (EVB), and the gas and engineering company Linde.
On the route between Cuxhaven, Bremerhaven, Bremervörde and Buxtehude, 14 hydrogen-powered Alstom regional trains will be operated by EVB on behalf of LNVG, gradually replacing 15 diesel trains.
“Emission free mobility is one of the most important goals for ensuring a sustainable future, and Als