Porterbrook

companyUK 3 mentions

rail leasing and asset management

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Hydrogen Fuel Cell Technology

A technology that combines hydrogen and oxygen in a clean, electrochemical process to generate power, releasing only water vapor as a byproduct.

Hydrogen Fuel Tanks

Tanks designed to store hydrogen fuel for vehicles. Toyota has developed methods to make these tanks more sturdy and resistant to damage by weaving carbon fiber into their construction.

Overhead-electric-wires

A power source for trains on electrified routes, which the HydroFLEX can also be configured to use.

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The first UK hydrogen train, retrofitted from a Class 319 train, designed to run on both electrified and independent routes using a hydrogen powerpack.

planned 2 mentions

HydroFLEX train trial

Trial of a hydrogen-powered train developed by the University of Birmingham and Porterbrook, with the goal of exploring retrofitting existing trains.

operational 1 mention

Hydrogen and battery powered module development

Developing a module that can be fitted underneath trains to provide hydrogen and battery power, aiming to increase passenger space within the carriage.

under construction 1 mention

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Tpgroup’s Gas Technology Centre

Often mentioned with · Products

The first UK hydrogen train, a retrofitted Class 319 train powered by a hydrogen fuel cell system.

The world's first hydrogen-powered passenger train, whose components are certified by TÜV SÜD's programs to meet rail safety norms and hydrogen system risks.

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HydroFLEX train development

Hydrogen and battery powered train module

Centre for Railway Research and Education

In the news (3)

HydroFLEX train hydrogen fuel cell systems to be provided by Tpgroup

5 years ago

Porterbrook signed a contract with Tpgroup for the hydrogen fuel cell systems for the HydroFLEX train, as part of an initiative to demonstrate H2-powered trains for public transportation.

Hydrogen-powered train trial begins in the United Kingdom

5 years 8 months ago

Collaborated with the University of Birmingham to develop the HydroFLEX train and intends to produce it for customer demand.

Firsts UK hydrogen train to be tested on mainline railway

7 years ago

Partnered with the University of Birmingham on the HydroFLEX project and is a provider of rail leasing and asset management support.

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