What is the role of hydrogen in the future of mobility, heavy industry, and commercial vehicles?
As many industries work towards becoming more sustainable, there is often a big decision to be made about fuel and power cells for vehicles and machinery.
In some cases, the best answer will be electric but it is important to remain open minded and look at the role hydrogen can play in other forms of mobility and in other industries.
Heavy-duty vehicles, agriculture, long-haul delivery … there are many instances where you need to re-fuel quickly, provide immediate power, or increase capacity … without reverting to fossil fuels.
Here hydrogen can play an important role and it’s the duty of every major automotive company and industry to explore the ways in which hydrogen can contribute to a more sustainable future.
What better place to explore this than in the recently inaugurated SymponHy Gigafactory – Europe's largest integrated site producing hydrogen fuel cells. This magnificent facility is run by @Symbio – an equal joint venture between our friends at @Michelin @Stellantis and @Forvia.
Amid the picturesque setting in #SaintFons, I had the chance to see Europe’s biggest white room and hear how Symbio is developing and manufacturing fuel cells for a variety of different vehicle categories and use case.
I was impressed by the processes and the innovative use of technology for testing and manufacturing. As an engineer, we know what is possible. But it’s always pleasing to see such technological sophistication and innovation on display, up close and personal. What I saw and experienced was truly cutting edge.
I was also incredibly impressed to see how Symbio is able to create fuel cells at scale, with minimum waste.
Overall, I’m incredibly encouraged by what I saw and heard. And I’m more convinced than ever that partnerships – including between the public and private sector – can and should play a key part in ensuring that we can achieve positive progress towards #sustainability in a way that is good for business, the economy and society.
My thanks to Philippe Rosier Jean-Marie Mus Remi Schiavi Julien Caron Rodolphe LEICHTNAM for your time, your incredible hospitality and your insight.
I look forward to Capgemini supporting further collaboration and shared innovation success as we accelerate the journey to a sustainable future.
Thanks to Rémi Cassar for his support too
Capgemini Automotive Emmanuelle Bischoffe Cluzel🌍Fabienne LEFEVER Rémi Cassar William Rozé Narcisse Lima Laura Muratore
