HYIPTRAIN

The project seeks to demonstrate and introduce to the market a cutting-edge hydrogen retrofit kit designed specifically for diesel trains. By substantially reducing the upfront cost of hydrogen adoption and simultaneously improving performance, the kit enables the conversion of traditional diesel trains into sustainable, hydrogen-powered counterparts. It not only helps train operators align with the decarbonisation goals set by the European Green Deal in a cost-effective manner but also leads to a reduction in nitrogen oxides and particulate matter emissions, positively impacting air quality in urban areas. The project unfolds over the course of 18 months, involving the completion of six major tasks by the consortium companies: DIGAS and Mikroluch. A diesel multiple unit (DMU) train and its internal combustion engine will be retrofitted to hydrogen power, and by the end of the project will be tested in its full operational mode, setting an example for all train operators and hydrogen providers in Europe and beyond.