The goal is to develop and industrialise fuel cell systems for commercial vehicles of various weight classes, with a focus on the needs of the European, North American and Asian markets

The new joint venture will develop fuel cells for commercial vehicle applications

The new joint venture will develop fuel cells for commercial vehicle applications

During the first phase of the cooperation, Ballard will be primarily responsible for system design relating to the fuel cell stack. Mahle, which has been a series supplier for fuel cell vehicles for several years, is applying its experience in the areas of thermal management, power electronics, and packaging.

“Hydrogen as a climate-neutral energy carrier is the solution for CO2-neutral mobility and the achievement of climate targets for medium and heavy commercial vehicles” explains Dr. Jörg Stratmann, chairman of the Mahle Management Board and CEO.

“Given increasing policy support for low-emission powertrains in particular, we are pleased to work with Mahle on driving forward our shared vision of carbon-neutral heavy-duty transport,” says Randy MacEwen, CEO of Ballard Power Systems.