Cespira's Hydrogen HPDI(TM) Fuel System Now in On-Road Testing

Executive Summary

• Westport’s joint‑venture Cespira will supply its HPDI™ hydrogen fuel system for on‑road testing of Volvo heavy‑duty trucks.
• Volvo plans a commercial launch of hydrogen‑powered trucks before 2030, positioning the technology as a zero‑carbon solution.
• The announcement highlights a key step toward climate‑neutral heavy‑duty mobility and potential classification of the trucks as Zero Emissions Vehicles under EU standards.

Key Details

• Joint Venture: Cespira (Westport + Volvo AB) will provide its HPDI™ hydrogen fuel system for Volvo’s on‑road testing program.
• Technology: Hydrogen HPDI uses the same platform as Westport’s proven LNG/bioLNG systems (over 10,000 Volvo LNG trucks in service), with minor modifications for hydrogen.
• Testing Milestone: On‑road testing is described as a “key milestone” demonstrating cost‑effectiveness, power, torque and efficiency of the hydrogen system.
• Commercial Timeline: Volvo has indicated that a commercial launch of hydrogen‑powered heavy‑duty trucks is planned prior to 2030.
• Emissions Impact: The hydrogen HPDI system delivers nearly 100% CO₂ reduction versus diesel‑fuelled trucks while allowing OEMs to retain existing engine architecture and engineering investments.
• Regulatory Positioning: Hydrogen‑HPDI trucks are expected to qualify as Zero Emissions Vehicles under EU CO₂ emissions standards.
• Fuel Flexibility: The system can run on LNG, bioLNG, or hydrogen; green hydrogen (produced from water) is highlighted as a renewable feedstock supporting energy security and independence.

Notable Quotes

“On‑road testing is a key milestone in demonstrating that Cespira’s hydrogen HPDI fuel system is a cost‑effective solution that operates on a zero‑carbon fuel while delivering best‑in‑class power, torque, and efficiency,” – Dan Sceli, Chief Executive Officer, Westport.

Materiality: Material – Positive (significant operational/strategic development with commercial implications).