Mr. Anders Johansson reports

WESTPORT COLLABORATES WITH TRANSPORTATION AND ENERGY PARTNERS ON HYDROGEN-POWERED HEAVY TRUCK DEMONSTRATION IN SPAIN

Westport Fuel Systems Inc. has completed a heavy transport demonstration with its H2 HPD fuel system equipped prototype truck hauling a refrigerated trailer in Madrid, Spain. The demo marks the first of its kind in Spain, representing an important step forward in the decarbonization of heavy transport for the country.

The collaboration between Westport and key transportation and energy partners includes:

• Disfirmur SL, a transport and logistics company, performing refrigerated goods transportation services, committed to efficient and sustainable transport;
• Enagas's subsidiary Scale Gas, an energy infrastructure company, responsible for refuelling the vehicle at its Madrid hydrogen refuelling station;
• Versallis Tech Services, a hydrogen and renewable energy service consulting firm, providing technical support and co-ordination of the operation.

The demo was made possible by Mercadona, a leading Spanish supermarket chain, which implemented the test by carrying out a distribution service in Madrid and thus contributing to the progress toward more sustainable logistics.

Juan J. Sanchez, chief executive officer of Disfrimur, said: "We unquestionably need affordable heavy-duty hydrogen fuelled trucks to help our customers like Mercadona achieve their transport decarbonization goals. Trucks equipped with Westport's H2 HPDI fuel system are the solution to our needs today, a technology that is affordable and fits our operational needs, powered by hydrogen. We believe that truck manufacturers should offer this type of high-efficiency, hydrogen-fuelled heavy-duty vehicle."

Miguel A. Castro Perez, general manager of mobility at Scale Gas, shared the same opinion: "Thanks to this trial, in which we have contributed with our experience in small-scale infrastructure for mobility, we have taken another step forward in our commitment to decarbonize the transport sector and incorporate hydrogen into our portfolio of infrastructure solutions for the heavy-duty transport sector."

"Westport's H2 HPDI fuel system, which powers an internal combustion engine, represents a practical solution that offers the sustainability needed to support climate neutrality in the heavy transport sector," said Anders Johansson, vice-president of heavy-duty original equipment manufacturers for Westport. "It is inspiring to see our H2 HPDI prototype truck being tested by a major industry player, demonstrating the efficient delivery of fresh products to a supermarket logistics centre."

The collaborating companies have demonstrated their capabilities in their different fields, building a comprehensive and pioneering initiative at a national level that paves the way toward sustainable and efficient transport in the Spanish capital using a carbon-free fuel.

"We hope this demonstration will help raise awareness of how hydrogen can contribute to cleaner heavy transport today, with a competitive total cost of ownership compared to traditional fossil fuel technologies," added Jose Lopez-Gallego, chief operating officer of Versallis Tech Services.

Rounding out the feedback on the evaluation, the key opinion of the test truck driver enthusiastically admitted that "It drives like diesel. I like it."

About Westport Fuel Systems Inc.

At Westport, it is driving innovation to power a cleaner tomorrow. It is a leading supplier of advanced fuel delivery components and systems for clean, low-carbon fuels such as natural gas, renewable natural gas, propane and hydrogen to the global transportation industry. Its technology delivers the performance and fuel efficiency required by transportation applications and the environmental benefits that address climate change and urban air quality challenges. Headquartered in Vancouver, Canada, with operations in Europe, Asia, North America and South America, it serves its customers in more than 70 countries with leading global transportation brands. At Westport, it thinks ahead.

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