Accelerating Hydrogen Mobility Workshop

On November 28, 2024, industry leaders, innovators, and policy makers gathered at the Mantra Tonsley in Adelaide for the Accelerating Hydrogen Mobility Workshop, hosted by SA-H2H™ Hydrogen Technology Cluster. The event showcased developments in hydrogen-powered vehicles and strategies to drive hydrogen mobility forward in South Australia.

Ricardo was proud to be part of this workshop, with Jorge Martin Gistau, Manager of Sustainable Transport ANZ, representing our team.

Networking and Insights

The workshop began with a networking lunch, providing attendees the opportunity to connect with key players in the hydrogen vehicle space, including manufacturers, government representatives, and other stakeholders.

Nicholas Mumford, Co-Founder of SA-H2H™, set the stage with a welcome and overview of the day's agenda. A series of presentations followed, offering deep dives into advancements by industry leaders:

• Clint Butler, National Sales Manager at Pure Hydrogen, highlighted the company’s latest hydrogen vehicle innovations.
• Neil Wang, CEO of Foton Mobility, presented on the practical applications of hydrogen technology in commercial vehicles.
• Lora Miller, On-Highway Product Manager Asia Pacific at Cummins, shared insights into the challenges and opportunities in scaling hydrogen technology.
• Andrew Willis, Manager of Carbon Policy at Toyota Australia, discussed Toyota's hydrogen strategy and upcoming developments in sustainable mobility.

Ricardo’s Contribution

Following the break, Jorge Martin Gistau took the stage to present the SA-H2H Hydrogen Retrofit Project, a key initiative to retrofit existing vehicles with hydrogen power. Jorge outlined Ricardo’s approach to sustainable transport, emphasizing the need for feasible and realistic solutions that address the unique demands of Australian industries. The Hydrogen Retrofit Project represents a unique opportunity to transition existing assets to net zero traction systems while developing a local industry in South Australia.

Interactive Workshop and Panel

The workshop session focused on the SA Hydrogen Refuelling Network Strategy, led by Nicholas Mumford, where participants collaborated on strategies to expand refuelling infrastructure to support hydrogen vehicle adoption.

The event concluded with a dynamic panel discussion, "How do we accelerate the use of hydrogen vehicles in SA?", facilitated by Nicholas Mumford. Jorge joined industry and government representatives to explore actionable pathways for integrating hydrogen vehicles into South Australia's transport ecosystem.

Some of the topics discussed included:

• Market barriers to growing the hydrogen mobility sector in Australia.
• Best fits for hydrogen solutions: passenger vs. heavy vehicles.
• Opportunities for hydrogen retrofit solutions in Australia to 2030.
• Trends in the global cost trajectory of OEM hydrogen vehicles. 
• Lessons from international successes and challenges in hydrogen deployment.

A Vision for the Future

The Accelerating Hydrogen Mobility Workshop was a powerful platform for exchanging ideas, fostering collaboration, and setting the groundwork for a hydrogen-powered future. Ricardo is proud to support South Australia’s hydrogen initiatives, contributing our expertise to drive innovation and sustainability in the region.

Stay tuned for more updates on Ricardo’s hydrogen projects and our continued involvement in shaping a cleaner, greener future.