Hexagon Purus has been chosen by New Flyer to supply hydrogen storage cylinders for its hydrogen fuel cell-electric transit buses in 2025.
This marks the fifth consecutive year of collaboration between the two companies.
Under the agreement, Hexagon Purus will supply Type 4 hydrogen storage cylinders for New Flyer’s Xcelsior CHARGE FC™ buses. These hydrogen fuel cell-electric buses are designed to offer a driving range exceeding 370 miles (600 kilometres) on a single refuelling.
The contract, valued at approximately 6.3 million USD, aligns with the growing demand for sustainable transportation solutions.
Hexagon Purus will manufacture the cylinders at its facility in Westminster, Maryland, continuing a production relationship that has delivered hydrogen cylinders for over 200 buses since 2020.
Brad Barnes, Vice President of Strategic Sourcing at NFI said:New Flyer’s next generation zero-emission hydrogen fuel cell-electric transit bus, the Xcelsior CHARGE FC, is North America’s most advanced hydrogen bus and is built on decades of experience and innovation. We are thrilled to continue our longstanding partnership with Hexagon Purus and look forward to supporting our customers by putting more high-performing hydrogen fuel cell-electric transit buses on the road in North America during 2025.
The hydrogen cylinders will be delivered throughout 2025, supporting New Flyer’s ambitious plans to deploy next-generation hydrogen-powered buses across its network.
Michael Kleschinski, EVP of Mobility & Infrastructure at Hexagon Purus said:We have built a strong relationship with New Flyer over several years, and we are very happy to continue supporting them in 2025. There is an increasing demand for zero-emission solutions in public transportation, and New Flyer’s hydrogen fuel cell-electric transit bus offering plays a vital role in decarbonizing public transportation.
