Expansion of the hydrogen locomotive fleet of the Canadian Pacific Kansas City (CPKC) railway continues with the acquisition of 12 additional fuel cell modules, each with a capacity of 200 kW, from Ballard Power Systems, this is reported by the railway transport news portal Railway Supply.

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This fleet expansion will enable CPKC to retrofit more locomotives for maneuvering and freight transport in Alberta, supported by a provincial emissions reduction program that includes infrastructure development for hydrogen production and refueling.

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Strengthening its commitment to eco-friendly transportation, CPKC has ordered a total of 38 fuel cell modules, totaling 7.6 MW, over the past two years.

The new locomotives are expected to be operational in the second half of 2024.

Photo: CPKC

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