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DRIVING THE FUTURE OF SUSTAINABLE LOGISTICS

Accelerating the transition to zero-emission mobility through hydrogen innovation and real-world applications

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H2TowTractor

A European project to decarbonize industrial towing with hydrogen-powered retrofit tractors. ARCO Technologies develops the green hydrogen production and refueling infrastructure.

Hydrogen-powered tractor for industry,
airport and port towing.

​“In 2030, EU airports will have to reduce emissions by 50%.
Our tractor is the solution today.”

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About the H2TowTractor project

The H2TowTractor project is a European initiative aimed at decarbonizing logistics operations through hydrogen-powered retrofitting. Focused on industrial, airport, and port towing vehicles, the project demonstrates how existing combustion-based tractors can be converted to zero-emission systems using green hydrogen. Through the development of a mobile hydrogen refueling station and the integration of solar power, H2TowTractor offers a scalable, real-world solution for sustainable mobility. Supported by EIT Urban Mobility, the project promotes innovation in urban logistics and paves the way for future-ready energy infrastructure.

Project components

Discover the key components that make the H2TowTractor project possible: from hydrogen-powered retrofit technology to solar-integrated refueling systems.

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H2 Retrofit Kit for Tractors

ATA developed a retrofit kit that converts existing industrial tow tractors from combustion to hydrogen propulsion. The first prototype is being tested at CAAB Bologna.

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Mobile H₂ Refueling Station

ARCO Technologies provides the green hydrogen production system and mobile HRS (Hydrogen Refueling Station), integrated with a photovoltaic plant.

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Solar Energy Integration

​The system is powered by CAAB’s existing photovoltaic plant, ensuring a zero-emission energy cycle and showcasing the feasibility of autonomous hydrogen refueling.

Project partners

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This project is supported by EIT Urban Mobility, an initiative of the European Institute of Innovation and Technology (EIT), a body of the European Union. EIT Urban Mobility works to accelerate positive change in mobility to make urban spaces more livable.

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