Deutsche Bahn and Fortescue Future Industries are working on modifying diesel engines for locomotives and traction vehicles so that they can be operated with ammonia and hydrogen, according to a press release.
Both sides have signed a corresponding Letter of Intent. In addition to the development of emission-free propulsion technologies, the agreement also provides for cooperation in logistics and supply chains for green fuels.
Deutche Bahn and Siemens Mobility recently developed a hydrogen system for rail through the EUR 13.74m (USD 14.47m) H2goesRail project, funded by Germany’s Federal Ministry for Digital Affairs and Transport (BMDV) as part of the country’s National Innovation Programme for Hydrogen and Fuel Cell Technology.
