TF4 – Development of Technologies for End Users

Technology Field 4 (TF4) focuses on the development of hydrogen technologies for mobility of persons (e.g. railway, buses and maritime) and transport of goods (e.g. heavy duty trucks, railway and maritime) applications. The activities considered in TF4 aim to contribute towards the following overarching objectives:

  • The development and implementation of hydrogen technologies, processes and equipment (e.g. compatible vehicle architecture, components (cabin, chassis, driveline, etc.) and fabrication materials) for the specific use cases that will ensure improved lifetime, durability and safety;
  • The adaptation and integration of FC systems ("FCS") for mobility and transport applications, as well as the supply of hydrogen as fuel; and
  • The assessment of regulations, standards and safety issues for the use of hydrogen technologies;

In order to achieve those objectives the following stream of activities will be pursued:

  • The design and development of hydrogen technologies (R&D&I & FID);
  • The integration, testing and standardisation of hydrogen technologies (R&D&I & FID); and
  • The development process for pilot lines and scale-up of hydrogen technologies (FID).

Under TF4 the following projects are taking place: