As industries push towards decarbonisation, hydrogen fuel is emerging as a crucial alternative to traditional fossil fuels. In a significant development, JCB chairman Anthony Bamford and his son Jo have joined forces to promote the use of hydrogen through their new venture, Hykit. This collaborative initiative aims to provide essential refuelling infrastructure to support hydrogen-powered machinery and vehicles in construction and transportation.
Set to begin production in 2025, Hykit will manufacture mobile compressors, storage solutions, and refuelling systems. Developed in collaboration with JCB’s hydrogen engineering division, these products are designed to bridge a critical gap in the hydrogen supply chain. By making refuelling accessible directly on construction sites, Hykit addresses one of the key barriers to hydrogen adoption: infrastructure availability.
These mobile solutions will be produced at a dedicated facility in Oxfordshire, demonstrating Bamfords’ commitment to accelerating hydrogen’s integration into energy-intensive industries.
Hydrogen technology has the potential to revolutionise construction and transport by offering a clean, efficient, and sustainable energy source. With mobile refuelling solutions, operators of hydrogen-powered machinery can enjoy:
By focusing on practical and efficient solutions, Bamfords’ Hykit ensures hydrogen becomes a viable option for heavy industries.
This initiative is aligned with broader efforts to achieve net-zero emissions. With production starting in 2025, Hykit is poised to support the growing fleet of hydrogen-powered equipment. The venture signifies a key step towards a sustainable future, where hydrogen becomes a mainstream energy source.
Source: Bamfords In New Hydrogen Push
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