CSX of the United States has unveiled its first locomotive to be converted to hydrogen fuel cell power. It used a kit developed by fellow Class 1 freight railway Canadian Pacific Kansas City (CPKC).<\/p>\n
The locomotive has been rolled out less than 12 months after CSX and CPKC announced a partnership to develop hydrogen traction last summer.<\/p>\n
Conversion was undertaken by the CSX locomotive workshops in Huntington, West Virginia, retaining the frame, cab, traction motors and bogies of the EMD GP40-2 locomotive. \u201cConverting an existing unit into a next-generation locomotive further extends the useful life of the asset,\u201d CSX says.<\/p>\n
The hydrogen fuel cell-powered locomotive will now undergo field testing to further evaluate its performance and determine the feasibility of deploying this new traction technology in freight operations.<\/p>\n
CSX says that hydrogen fuel cells are a promising alternative to fossil fuels, offering greater efficiency and zero emissions, emitting only water vapour and contributing to cleaner environment.<\/p>\n
\u201cThe successful debut of our first hydrogen-powered locomotive stands as a testament to the exceptional skill and dedication of our employees at the CSX Huntington locomotive shop,\u201d says CSX president and CEO, Mr Joe Hinrichs.<\/p>\n
\u201cWe are proud to work with CPKC to scale this hydrogen technology and help pave the way for meaningful sustainable solutions for the future.\u201d<\/p>\n
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