Hydrogen Mobile Machinery Workshop

Hydrogen is emerging as a key energy solution for off-road mobile machinery, offering a sustainable alternative to reduce emissions and diversify energy sources in sectors such as construction, mining, agriculture, and logistics. Its implementation requires not only technological advancements but also a deep understanding of the regulatory framework to ensure safety, efficiency, and feasibility.

These topics were addressed at the workshop “Analysis of the Current Regulation of Hydrogen Mobile Machinery,” organized by ANMOPYC and the Aragon Hydrogen Foundation on February 19 at the headquarters of UNE (Spanish Association for Standardization) in Madrid.

The event featured experts from leading companies in the industrial, energy, and technology sectors, as well as from the administration and standardization bodies, including:

• Paloma García, Director of Standardization Programs and Interest Groups at UNE, who highlighted the relevance of standards in creating a more resilient, ecological, and digital market.
• David Jiménez, Consultant and Training Coordinator at Fundación Hidrógeno Aragón, presented innovative hydrogen technologies and their application in the mobility sector, emphasizing their benefits in positioning hydrogen as a key solution for transport decarbonization.
• María García, Project Coordinator at the Technological Institute of Aragón (ITA), presented the H2MAC project, aimed at developing off-road mobile machinery powered by hydrogen fuel cells for the mining and construction sectors. García explained how this innovative technology will contribute to the decarbonization of industrial work equipment, highlighting the advantages of hydrogen as a clean and efficient energy source.
• Sergio Serrano, Technical Director of ANMOPYC, addressed the industrial regulations applicable to the design and manufacturing of hydrogen-powered mobile machinery. He highlighted the specific technical challenges and requirements that hydrogen-powered equipment must meet, as well as the importance of clear regulations to ensure safety and interoperability in the sector.
• Víctor Calzadilla and Miriam Asiain, from the Vehicle Regulation and Homologation Department at the Ministry of Industry and Tourism, explained the process and legal requirements necessary for homologating off-road mobile machinery for public roads, addressing the regulatory challenges that arise as the adoption of more sustainable technologies, such as hydrogen-powered ones, increases.
• Antonio Martínez, Scientific Researcher at the Electrochemical Energy Conversion Unit – H2 at CIEMAT, explained the operation of fuel cell technology and discussed recent advancements in the development of hydrogen fuel cell standards for off-road mobile machinery.
• Rafael Calvera, President of Calvera Hydrogen, provided an overview of the different equipment designed and manufactured for the compression, transport, storage, and dispensing of hydrogen at high pressure, as well as the hydrogen station projects he has been involved in.
• Francesc Lleches, CEO of IDELAB Ingeniería and expert in the Safety Commissions of BEQUINOR, delved into key aspects for the installation and maintenance of mobile hydrogen stations, emphasizing the current regulations and safety protocols necessary to prevent risks associated with handling and storing high-pressure hydrogen.

The event highlighted the importance of continued collaboration between companies, institutions, and experts to drive the energy transition towards a more sustainable energy model for mobile machinery. With the commitment of all stakeholders, this transition will become a closer and more tangible reality, ensuring safety throughout the process.