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Hexagon Purus to supply hydrogen fuel storage systems for fuel cell electric buses in the U.S.

Hexagon Purus to deliver hydrogen fuel storage systems for fuel cell electric buses in the U.S.

Aug. 20, 2024
The delivery of hydrogen fuel storage systems will be supplied by Hexagon Purus’ facility in Westminster, Maryland.

Hexagon Purus, a supplier of zero-emission mobility solutions, has entered into a multi-year supply agreement with Gillig, a designer and manufacturer of heavy-duty transit buses in the U.S., for the supply of hydrogen fuel storage systems for Gillig’s new fuel cell-powered transit buses. 

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“Introducing a hydrogen-powered fuel cell bus into our product lineup signifies Gillig’s commitment to advancing sustainable public transportation technologies,” said Ben Grunat, Gillig’s VP of product planning and strategy.

The delivery of hydrogen fuel storage systems will be supplied by Hexagon Purus’ facility in Westminster, Maryland.

“It's about offering a solution that's not only flexible enough to fit every fleet but also matured through our thoughtful approach to product development, ensuring reliability and readiness for the demands of today's transit environment," Grunat said. "We are happy to team up with Hexagon Purus as a reliable partner and supplier of hydrogen fuel storage systems to strengthen our commitment to leading the industry through innovation and strategic partnerships.”

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