LARBERT, Scotland, Feb. 25, 2021 /CNW/ - (TSX: NFI) Alexander Dennis
Limited ("ADL"), a subsidiary of NFI Group Inc. ("NFI"), one of the
world's leading independent global bus manufacturers, today
announced that its next generation double deck hydrogen bus
("H2.0") will deliver a zero-emission range of up to 300 miles.
H2.0 will be powered by a Ballard fuel cell power module through
the efficient Voith Electrical Drive System (VEDS).
Designed and fully built in Britain, H2.0 is ADL's second-generation
hydrogen platform, incorporating learnings from nationwide trials
and more than 25 years of hydrogen experience of New Flyer, another
NFI Group subsidiary, to set new standards for range and
efficiency. The H2.0 is expected to be on the road before the end
of the year. It supports the development of skills in the growing
clean vehicle technology sector and boosts the UK hydrogen economy.
In addition, it will also assist in delivering governments'
net-zero targets through the carbon-neutral electrification of
high-mileage bus routes.
Integrating with a class-leading Ballard fuel cell power module,
H2.0 continues ADL's philosophy of working with only the best in
the field. Specified to just the right power output, the fuel cells
minimise fuel consumption and maximise performance for lowest total
cost of ownership. With fewer higher volume tanks, H2.0 reduces
maintenance effort while increasing fuel capacity to deliver
increased zero-emission range.
H2.0 uses the latest technology in the form of the Voith
Electrical Drive System. This boosts energy regeneration during the
braking phase and delivers increased efficiency that is further
enhanced by advanced thermal management which uses excess heat from
the fuel cells and driveline to heat the saloon, minimising
additional power requirement.
ADL President & Managing Director, Paul Davies said, "H2.0 is going to be a
milestone for zero-emission technology, with unrivalled efficiency
that gives a class-leading range, perfect for high-mileage routes
that battery technology alone doesn't cover. Designed and built in
Britain, our next generation
hydrogen bus will retain investment in our economy and boost skills
in clean vehicle technology, a crucial sector for future
development as the United Kingdom
targets net zero by 2050."
NFI Group is a leader and innovator in zero-emission mobility.
The Company's battery-electric and fuel-cell electric vehicles are
in more than 80 cities in four countries and have completed over 20
million electric service miles.
Forward-Looking Statements
This press release may contain forward-looking statements which
reflect the expectations of management regarding ADL's and NFI's
strategic initiatives, plans, business prospects and opportunities,
including the future existence and growth of a market for double
deck hydrogen transit vehicles and the economic, range and
efficiency benefits arising therefrom. The words "believes",
"views", "anticipates", "plans", "expects", "intends", "projects",
"forecasts", "estimates", "guidance" and "targets", "may", "will",
and similar expressions, are intended to identify forward looking
statements.
Although the forward-looking statements contained in this press
release are based upon what management believes to be reasonable
assumptions, investors cannot be assured that actual results will
be consistent with these forward-looking statements, and the
differences may be material. Actual results may differ materially
from management expectations as projected in such forward-looking
statements for a variety of reasons, including, market and general
economic conditions and economic conditions of and funding
availability for customers to purchase double deck hydrogen
vehicles; the double deck hydrogen bus described in this release
has not yet been developed and tested for use in transit vehicle
applications; there may not be sufficient customer demand for
double deck hydrogen transit buses, or at all, in order to commence
or maintain manufacturing for such product; the expected economic,
range and efficiency improvements described in this release may not
be as great as those anticipated or may not be realized at all; and
the other risks and uncertainties discussed in the materials filed
with the Canadian securities regulatory authorities and available
on SEDAR at www.sedar.com. Due to the potential impact of these
factors, NFI disclaims any intention or obligation to update or
revise any forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new
information, future events or otherwise, unless required by
applicable law.
About NFI
Leveraging 450 years of combined experience, NFI is leading the
electrification of mass mobility around the world. With
zero-emission buses and coaches, infrastructure, and technology,
NFI meets today's urban demands for scalable smart mobility
solutions. Together, NFI is enabling more livable cities through
connected, clean, and sustainable transportation.
With 8,000 team members in ten countries, NFI is a leading
global bus manufacturer of mass mobility solutions under the brands
New Flyer® (heavy-duty transit buses), MCI® (motor
coaches), Alexander Dennis Limited (single and double-deck
buses), Plaxton (motor coaches), ARBOC® (low-floor
cutaway and medium-duty buses), and NFI Parts™. NFI
currently offers the widest range of sustainable drive systems
available, including zero-emission electric (trolley, battery, and
fuel cell), natural gas, electric hybrid, and clean diesel. In
total, NFI supports its installed base of over 105,000 buses and
coaches around the world. NFI common shares are traded on the
Toronto Stock Exchange under the symbol NFI. News and information
is available at www.nfigroup.com, www.newflyer.com,
www.mcicoach.com, www.alexander-dennis.com, www.arbocsv.com, and
www.nfi.parts.
About Alexander Dennis
Alexander Dennis Limited ("ADL") is a global leader in the
design and manufacture of double deck buses and is also the UK's
largest bus and coach manufacturer. ADL offers single and double
deck vehicles under the brands of Alexander
Dennis and Plaxton, and has over 31,000 vehicles in service
in the UK, Europe, Hong Kong, Singapore, New
Zealand, Mexico,
Canada and the United States. Further information is
available at www.alexander-dennis.com.
SOURCE NFI Group Inc.