Toyota plans to join Daimler Truck and Volvo Group in fuel cell JV cellcentric On March 31, Toyota Motor Corporation signed a non-binding agreement with Daimler Truck AG, Volvo Group, and cellcentric to collaborate on fuel cell technologies. Under the agreement, Toyota will join cellcentric as an equal-share partner alongside Daimler Truck and Volvo Group. The collaboration aims to leverage the combined expertise of all parties to develop, produc...

News  Updated at: 2026/03/31

d E/E integration. The parts come from different technology platforms of Daimler Buses and Daimler Trucks. These parts include fuel cells, batteries, electric motors, hydrogen tanks, and control units with software. FEV combined all these systems into one working powertrain in the vehicle. It has a Cellcentric fuel cell unit with 300 kW electrical output, two H₂ tanks with a total capacity of 46 kg (101 lbs), a central motor with 320 kW continu...

News  Updated at: 2026/02/04

BRUSA HyPower, Switzerland, developing Fuel Cell Interface for cellcentric On January 21, cellcentric GmbH & Co. KG announced that BRUSA HyPower AG, part of the BRUSA Group, is developing a fuel cell interface (FCI) for cellcentric. The fuel cell interface (FCI) is the DC/DC converter for the new cellcentric NextGen fuel cell system. It converts the fuel cell voltage to the high-voltage grid, monitors the fuel cell, safely disconnects from the hi...

News  Updated at: 2026/01/29

he Wörth plant, Germany and will begin real-world use with customers from late 2026. The new model builds on the strengths of the first GenH2 Truck. It still uses liquid hydrogen, allowing driving ranges of over 1,000 km with a full load. Power is generated on board using the BZA150 fuel cell from Cellcentric, a joint venture between Daimler Truck and Volvo Group. Daimler Truck focuses on liquid hydrogen because it has a much higher energy densi...

News  Updated at: 2026/01/27

cellcentric, Germnay, updates about development of NextGen fuel cell system On December 17, cellcentric announced that it has made great progress in developing its new product, the NextGen fuel cell system, for long-haul heavy-duty vehicles and other heavy-duty applications. The first units have been built up and are undergoing rigorous testing activities.  It has been working since summer 2025 with more than 30 leading global companies in the v...

News  Updated at: 2025/12/18

aunch battery-electric coaches by the end of the decade and fuel cell models afterward. The H2 Coach uses technology from the Mercedes-Benz GenH2 Truck which can travel at least 800 km on one tank. The model S 517 HD is 13.9 m long coach equipped with two hydrogen tanks holding 46 kg of fuel and a cellcentric fuel cell unit. The fuel cell delivers output of 300 kW, which is converted into mechanical energy by an electric motor with 320 kW conti...

News  Updated at: 2025/09/10

tion worldwide. Hydrogen powered trucks are expected to be introduced in the near future. Five companies are currently testing the Mercedes-Benz GenH2 Truck prototypes. A new version is in development, with 100 trucks set for wider trials starting in late 2026. These trucks will use fuel cells from cellcentric, a joint venture between Daimler Truck and Volvo Group. Cellcentric also plans to build one of Europe’s largest fuel cell factories in W...

News  Updated at: 2025/06/23

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