cellcentric presents NextGen fuel cell system for heavy-duty road transport at ACT Expo, US On April 28, cellcentric announced that it would present further details of its advanced NextGen fuel cell system for global heavy-duty road transport in North America at the ACT Expo 2025.  With a total weight of approx. 400 kg, this new system is designed for conventional 13-liter diesel engine compartments and, therefore, easy to integrate into existin...

News  Updated at: 2025/05/05

cellcentric signs land acquisition agreement for fuel cell system plant in Germany On January 14, cellcentric announced that it has notarized the desired land acquisition agreement for KLIMA|WERK facility in Weilheim, Germany on December 20, 2024. KLIMA|WERK will be cellcentrics future central site for large-scale production and commercialization of the innovative NextGen fuel cell system for trucks. It has reserved 16 hectares of land in Weilhei...

News  Updated at: 2025/01/15

IAA Transportation 2024: cellcentric, Germany presents NextGen fuel-cell system for heavy-duty transport On September 16, cellcentric announced a virtual model of its NextGen fuel-cell system for long-haul heavy-duty transport at IAA Transportation.  With a total weight of less than 400 kg, this new system is designed for conventional 13-liter diesel engine compartments. The single-packaging fuel-cell system will combine high efficiency and perf...

News  Updated at: 2024/09/17

IAA Transportation 2024: cellcentric announces Euopean premier of NextGen fuel cell system On September 3, cellcentric announced that it will present a virtual 3D model of its future NextGen fuel cell system at IAA Transportation 2024. The study provides an outlook on the dimensions and design of the pioneering new generation of fuel cell systems. At the same time, cellcentric announces performance data for the efficient single-packaging fuel cel...

News  Updated at: 2024/09/04

routes for transporting building materials, sea containers, and bottled gases, refueled at designated liquid hydrogen stations in Wörth am Rhein and Duisburg. These trucks offer a 40-ton towing weight and 25-ton payload, achieved by special liquid hydrogen tanks and a 300 kW fuel cell system from cellcentric. Additionally, a built-in battery provides 400 kW temporarily. The two electric motors deliver up to 460 kW continuous and 660 kW maximum ...

News  Updated at: 2024/07/26

cellcentric opens pilot production for fuel cell systems in Esslingen-Pliensauvorstadt, Germany On June 20, Daimler Truck announced that cellcentric has launched a pilot production facility for fuel cell systems in Esslingen-Pliensauvorstadt, towards large-scale production for long-distance trucks. By the end of the decade, the site aims to develop fuel cell solutions crucial for sustainable heavy-duty transport. The company plans to support the ...

News  Updated at: 2024/06/21

cellcentric, Germany reveals more information about NextGen fuel cell system On May 20, cellcentric, a 50:50 joint venture of Daimler Truck AG and the Volvo Group, announced at the ACT Expo that its NextGen fuel cell system is tailor-made for sustainable hydrogen-powered long-haul trucks. It will deliver around 25,000 operating hours. The NextGen fuel cell system is also characterized by a high degree of sustainability beyond its useful life. Wi...

News  Updated at: 2024/06/04

cellcentric to present fuel cell for long-haul trucks at ACT Expo, US On May 8, cellcentric, a 50:50 JV between Daimler Truck AG and Volvo Group, announced that it will present fuel cell tailormade for long-haul trucks, for the first time in North America at the Advanced Clean Transportation (ACT) Expo from May 20-23, 2024, in the Las Vegas Convention Center. cellcentric is accelerating the development of its highly innovative NextGen fuel cell, ...

News  Updated at: 2024/05/09

Cellcentric updates product strategy and organizational structure for market growth On April 9, Cellcentric, a joint venture of Daimler Truck and Volvo Group, announced that it is updating its product strategy and organizational structure to adapt to market changes and enhance future growth. While progress in hydrogen infrastructure has been delayed which affects market ramp-up, positive technological advancements and regulatory decisions offer g...

News  Updated at: 2024/04/10

Daimler Truck sets record with GenH2 truck on 1,047 km with one fill of hydrogen liquid On September 26, Daimler Truck demonstrated the viability of hydrogen fuel-cell technology for long-haul transportation by completing a 1,047 km road test with one fill of liquid hydrogen. Mercedes-Benz GenH2 Truck vehicle was used for the run which is equipped with cellcentric fuel-cell system and a liquid hydrogen fuel tank.The trial took place from Septembe...

News  Updated at: 2023/09/27

cellcentric presents latest generation of fuel cell technology at Hannover Messe 2023 on April 18, cellcentric, the 50:50 fuel cell joint venture of Daimler Truck AG and Volvo Group AB, presented the latest generation of its fuel cell technology at Hannover Messe 2023. As a manufacturer of fuel cell systems, which are primarily used in heavy commercial vehicles to enable emission-free long-distance transport, it underlines its expertise in indust...

News  Updated at: 2023/04/19

5 with selected customers in Northern Europe, followed by additional trucks in more countries over the coming years. Volvo’s electric trucks will use two fuel cells with a capacity to generate 300 kW of power and will have a refuel time of fewer than 15 minutes. The fuel cells will be supplied by cellcentric – the joint venture between the Volvo Group and Daimler Truck AG. Cellcentric will build one of Europe’s largest series production fac...

News  Updated at: 2022/09/20

cellcentric and MAHLE partner for flat membrane humidifier development cellcentric, the 50:50 fuel cell joint venture of Daimler Truck AG and Volvo Group AB, and MAHLE GmbH (Mahle) signed a letter of intent to cooperate in the field of fuel cell technology. The cooperation focuses on the development and series production of the system component flat membrane humidifier. Through the innovation, the two companies intend to improve the durability of...

News  Updated at: 2022/09/14

IAA 2022: cellcentric to present new generation fuel-cell system at IAA Transportation On September 13, cellcentric, the 50:50 fuel-cell joint venture of Daimler Truck AG and the Volvo Group, announced that it will present its latest innovations on the way to fuel-cell series production at IAA Transportation. The company will debut its new generation fuel-cell system, with 150 kW net power and an improved design.cellcentric will present two fuel-...

News  Updated at: 2022/09/14

cellcentric inaugurates facility for fuel cell stacks in Burnaby, Canada On June 29, cellcentric, a 50:50 joint venture of Daimler Truck AG and the Volvo Group, announced the move of cellcentric Fuel Cell Canada Inc. to a new location in Burnaby, near Vancouver, Canada. It will be the new home of the Canadian subsidiary’s Research & Development, Manufacturing, Supply Chain Management, Finance, Human Resources, and IT functions. Two floors an...

News  Updated at: 2022/07/13

The fuel cell electric trucks will have an operational range of up to 1000 km and a refueling time of less than 15 minutes. The total weight can be around 65 tons or even higher, and the two fuel cells have the capacity to generate 300 kW of electricity onboard. The fuel cells will be supplied by cellcentric, the joint venture between the Volvo Group and Daimler Truck AG. Customer pilots will start a few years from now and commercialization is ...

News  Updated at: 2022/06/20

Cellcentric selects Weilheim, Germany for fuel cell systems plant On April 5, cellcentric, a 50:50 joint venture of Daimler Truck AG and the Volvo Group, announced that it has selected Weilheim for fuel cell series production. The factory will be named KLIMA|WERK Weilheim. To make the commercial development in the Rosenloh area in Weilheim legally possible, an approval procedure is necessary for advancement. Due to the importance of the overall p...

News  Updated at: 2022/04/18

Bosch to supply fuel-cell components to cellcentric, JV of Daimler and Volvo Bosch signed a long-term supply agreement with cellcentric, a 50:50 joint venture between Daimler Truck AG and Volvo Group AB, for electric air compressors with integrated power electronics. It regulates the oxygen supply in the fuel cell system. This will be used in the future in heavy commercial vehicles and stationary applications. Series production is planned for the...

News  Updated at: 2021/06/17

Daimler Truck and Volvo Group launched new fuel-cell joint venture cellcentric On April 29, Daimler announced that Daimler Truck AG and Volvo Group – officially outlined their pioneering roadmap for the new fuel-cell joint venture cellcentric, as part of an industry-first commitment to accelerate the use of hydrogen-based fuel cells for long-haul trucks and beyond. With the ambition of becoming a leading global manufacturer of fuel-cell systems...

News  Updated at: 2021/04/29

Daimler Truck and Volvo Group establish fuel cell joint venture: cellcentric On March 1, Daimler Truck AG and the Volvo Group founded the announced fuel cell joint venture. For this purpose, the Volvo Group has acquired 50 percent of the shares in the existing Daimler Truck Fuel Cell GmbH & Co. KG for the sum of around EUR 0.6 billion on a cash and debt-free basis. The partners want to establish the new joint venture as one of the world's leading...

News  Updated at: 2021/03/02