The first Alstom hydrogen train has arrived in Rovato for operational and refueling tests. The testing will follow successful static and dynamic trials conducted at the company’s plant in Germany. This was reported by the railway transport news portal Railway Supply.

The first Alstom hydrogen train has arrived in Rovato for operational and refueling tests.
Photo: FNM

Alstom Unveiled Coradia Stream H at an International Exhibition

In autumn 2023, Alstom presented the new Coradia Stream H hydrogen train at the EXPO Ferroviaria exhibition. This innovative train is based on a low-floor electric train that has already proven its efficiency on various routes. The hydrogen power unit, borrowed from the Coradia iLint, is installed in the train’s central section.

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The train has a capacity of 260 passengers and can travel up to 660 kilometers without refueling. This makes it an excellent solution for regional routes where autonomy is crucial. Modern technologies ensure eco-friendliness by reducing emissions and increasing energy efficiency.

Alstom’s Contract with FNM and Train Deployment Plans

The Lombardy railway operator FNM ordered eight hydrogen trains from Alstom under a contract signed in 2020. In 2023, the agreement was expanded with an additional option, allowing for the potential delivery of six more trains.

The new hydrogen trains are expected to be deployed on the Brescia – Edolo route by the end of the year. Their introduction will significantly reduce emissions and improve transport services. The Lombardy authorities see hydrogen technologies as a crucial part of their environmental strategy.

The use of hydrogen trains aligns with European environmental standards and helps lower the carbon footprint. Alstom continues to actively develop innovative solutions, making railway transport more sustainable.

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