Trimac pilots hydrogen fuel cell truck
Trimac Transportation now is participating in a regional pilot of the Hyundai Xcient hydrogen fuel cell truck, marking a key milestone in the introduction of hydrogen-powered heavy transport to Western Canada.
“This project is an important opportunity to test the viability of hydrogen fuel-cell technology in heavy-duty transportation within Alberta,” Abe Masri, Trimac manager of energy transition and sustainability, said in a news release. “We aim to understand how this solution performs under real-world conditions and what will be required to make it practical at scale.”
The pilot test, led by the Alberta Motor Transport Association (AMTA), is designed to help carriers build operational knowledge of hydrogen systems. AMTA is rotating the vehicle among participating fleets, giving each company the opportunity to assess performance in real commercial conditions. As part of the initiative, AMTA coordinated training for drivers and mechanics, as well as hosted representatives from Hyundai Global for discussions with carriers, industry stakeholders, and government partners on the future of hydrogen in Alberta’s transportation sector.
The evaluation will continue through early 2026, allowing Trimac to collect additional data on performance, efficiency and operational readiness, the carrier reported.
“We recognize that hydrogen adoption requires a broader ecosystem of infrastructure and collaboration,” Masri said. “This initiative supports the foundational efforts needed to enable future zero-emission options for the industry.”
Trimac’s participation aligns with the sustainability commitments in its 2024 ESG Report, which focuses on fleet modernization, fuel-saving technologies and the exploration of zero-emission alternatives. Trimac also is a stakeholder in the Alberta Zero Emission Truck Electrification Collaboration (AZETEC), which is preparing a hydrogen fuel-cell prototype for commercial testing.