Hydrogen trial delivers fuel savings, drives fleet expansion
With 79% of our emissions coming from fuel, a trial to improve fuel efficiency in Empty Container Handlers (ECH) concluded with 12% in fuel savings and the purchase of seven new HydraGEN systems for the entire ECH fleet.
“These results give us confidence that hydrogen-on-demand is a viable, scalable solution for improving fuel efficiency in our heavy machinery,” said Andrew James, General Manager Environment, Infrastructure and Maintenance. “The technology integrates well with our existing equipment and supports our wider goals of improving environmental performance, without compromising on operational output.”
Unlike conventional hydrogen vehicles, the HydraGEN system doesn’t rely on hydrogen storage or refuelling infrastructure. Instead, it produces hydrogen on demand and blends it into the air intake of diesel engines, enhancing combustion and reducing both fuel usage and emissions.
The successful trial is part of Port Nelson’s environmental strategy to reduce carbon emissions by exploring technologies that deliver both environmental and operational benefits.
“We see this as another step in our environmental journey,” Andrew said. “By taking practical, measurable actions like this, we’re showing that small changes at the equipment level can make a difference.”
