29 Jun 2007
M&M and Shell complete first phase of hydrogen transportation study
Indian automotive manufacturer Mahindra & Mahindra (M&M) has completed the first phase of its 'pre-feasibility study on hydrogen-based transportation in India', it has been confirmed.
The study, a joint venture with Shell, encompassed an investigation into hydrogen supply, infrastructure, and the development of hydrogen vehicle platforms - such as hydrogen internal combustion engines and fuel cells - in India.
In addition, potential lighthouse projects - where car manufacturers and energy providers combine to develop new technologies with governmental support - were discussed.
It was agreed that the areas of local fuel supply, fuel distribution and storage, automobile technology, safety, commercial viability, the environment and public/private partnerships warranted further attention.
"M&M is excited to announce the completion of this study on hydrogen transportation in India with Shell and looks forward to further initiatives that will advance the hydrogen economy in India," commented Dr Arun Jaura, senior vice president for global product development and R&D at M&M.
"Given the uncertainty of petroleum prices and availability of petroleum products, alternate energy efficient vehicles are of critical importance."
© Adfero Ltd
The study, a joint venture with Shell, encompassed an investigation into hydrogen supply, infrastructure, and the development of hydrogen vehicle platforms - such as hydrogen internal combustion engines and fuel cells - in India.
In addition, potential lighthouse projects - where car manufacturers and energy providers combine to develop new technologies with governmental support - were discussed.
It was agreed that the areas of local fuel supply, fuel distribution and storage, automobile technology, safety, commercial viability, the environment and public/private partnerships warranted further attention.
"M&M is excited to announce the completion of this study on hydrogen transportation in India with Shell and looks forward to further initiatives that will advance the hydrogen economy in India," commented Dr Arun Jaura, senior vice president for global product development and R&D at M&M.
"Given the uncertainty of petroleum prices and availability of petroleum products, alternate energy efficient vehicles are of critical importance."
© Adfero Ltd
Source: Adfero
RELATED ARTICLES
-
14 Nov 07
DES installs and commissions hydrogen vehicle fuelling system in NYC
Distributed Energy Systems (DES) has announced that it has successfully installed and commissioned its first hydrogen vehicle fuelling...
-
23 Aug 07
White Plains hydrogen station to open next month
A hydrogen fuelling station is to open at a garage in White Plains, NY next month, and will power three cars and two pick-up trucks to be...
-
19 Jun 07
Germany unveils bid to be micro fuel cells production leader
The German Federal Ministry of Education and Research (BMBF) has revealed funding will be provided by the state to ensure the country is at...
-
29 May 07
Shell Hydrogen and Virent Energy Systems announce hydrogen biomass agreement
Shell Hydrogen and Virent Energy Systems have announced a five-year joint development agreement to develop further and commercialize...