Mannok partner with Hydrogen Vehicle Systems

13 March, 2024

L-R: Paul Monaghan, Mannok head of sustainability; John McLeister, HVS chief commercial officer; and Kevin Lunney, Mannok operations director

Memorandum of Agreement with HVS for ground-breaking hydrogen fuel-cell truck trial

MANNOK have entered into a Memorandum of Agreement (MoA) with Hydrogen Vehicle Systems (HVS), the UK’s first hydrogen fuel-cell truck OEM, to explore the integration of hydrogen fuel-cell HGVs into the Mannok fleet. The strategic collaboration marks the beginning of a ground-breaking zero-emission commercial vehicle trial showcasing Mannok’s commitment to sustainability to achieve their net-zero carbon goal by 2050.

The MoA outlines the partnership’s objective to provide Mannok with trial vehicles to test the application of HVS hydrogen fuel-cell HGVs within the company’s fleet. The trial is set to commence when these ground-breaking vehicles become available for trial in late 2025. Following this phase, Mannok will be in a favourable position to initiate the conversion of part of their fleet to these cutting-edge, zero-emission HGVs.

Mannok say embracing hydrogen fuel-cell HGVs aligns seamlessly with their broader goal of achieving net-zero carbon emissions by 2050.

Kevin Lunney, chief operations officer for Mannok, said: ‘We are excited about this partnership with HVS as it aligns perfectly with our commitment to sustainability and innovation. By exploring the integration of hydrogen fuel-cell HGVs into our fleet, we are taking a crucial step towards achieving our net-zero carbon goals.’

Hydrogen Vehicle Systems (HVS), headquartered in Glasgow, have emerged as a trailblazing force in the transportation sector. Focused on engineering excellence, design innovation, and sustainability, they aim to revolutionize the heavy-duty commercial vehicle industry. Their state-of-the-art powertrain solution, designed as a native fuel-cell electric vehicle (FCEV) from the ground up, promises superior efficiency, outstanding performance, and a reduced environmental impact.

John McLeister, chief commercial officer at HVS, commented: ‘We are delighted to partner with Mannok in pioneering the integration of hydrogen fuel-cell HGVs into their vehicle fleet. This collaboration represents a significant stride towards decarbonizing the transportation sector and underscores our shared commitment to sustainability. We look forward to working together to transition to zero.’