First H2-powered freight train developed by Alstom to transport H2O

Illustration of the hydrogen freight train
Illustration of the hydrogen freight train Alstom

Rolling stock manufacturer Alstom will develop a hydrogen-powered freight train Nestlé Waters France. Energy company Engie will provide the hydrogen. The train running on hydrogen fuel (H2) for the first- and last mile will transport VITTEL mineral water, just one O added but a lot less flammable, from 2025. 

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First H2-powered freight train developed by Alstom to transport H2O

Illustration of the hydrogen freight train
Illustration of the hydrogen freight train Alstom

Rolling stock manufacturer Alstom will develop a hydrogen-powered freight train Nestlé Waters France. Energy company Engie will provide the hydrogen. The train running on hydrogen fuel (H2) for the first- and last mile will transport VITTEL mineral water, just one O added but a lot less flammable, from 2025. 

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