- McCulla Transport (Ireland) Ltd aims for net zero carbon by 2050 through a strategic
partnership with HVS - Trials of HVS’ Hydrogen Fuel Cell Electric Vehicles (HFCEV) to start in late 2025
- Partnership will explore suitability of zero-emission HGV technology for possible
adoption onto their fleet
Glasgow–Hydrogen Vehicle Systems (HVS), the UK’s first Hydrogen Fuel Cell truck OEM, has entered into a strategic collaboration with McCulla Transport (Ireland) Ltd (McCulla) to explore the integration of Hydrogen Fuel Cell HGVs into the McCulla fleet.
With a modern fleet of over 200 heavy commercial vehicles, McCulla is a leading provider of ambient, chilled and frozen logistics and storage solutions from three facilities in Lisburn, Dublin and Mallusk. They provide a fully integrated cold supply chain including cold storage and bespoke logistics solutions to anywhere in the UK, Ireland and the rest of continental Europe.
Ashley McCulla, Managing Director at McCulla said, “Our second-generation, family-owned business has shown great resilience, adaptability, and innovation since we established our company over 50 years’ ago. Our investment in sustainable transport solutions is testament to this as we explore all technologies available to provide greener fleet options for our customers. We are excited to be working with HVS here in Ireland to experience the benefits that hydrogen fuel cell technology can bring to our heavy goods operations for the long term.”
This partnership agreement will support McCulla with their understanding of hydrogen electric fuel cell technology as these groundbreaking zero-emission vehicles become available for trial in late 2025. The sharing of vehicle data, TCO (Total Cost of Ownership) modelling, route planning, infrastructure support and performance optimisation are just some of the benefits available to clients looking to trial a HVS FCEV.
John McLeister, Chief Commercial Officer for HVS comments, “As a market leader, McCulla understands the importance of investing in new technologies, and we are delighted to be working with Ashley and his team to help bring our revolutionary zero-emission hydrogen fuel cell truck onto their fleet. We are providing a full end-to-end solution that includes not just the truck but support with the hydrogen infrastructure that will be critical to a successful hydrogen eco system. With the recent policy announcement by the Ireland Government to provide support for fleet operators via the Zero Emission Heavy Duty Vehicle Purchase Grant, we are confident that we can accelerate the hydrogen economy, helping operators to transition to net zero and create a greener, cleaner future for generations to come.”
HVS aims to revolutionise the heavy-duty commercial vehicle industry. Their state-of-the-art powertrain solution, designed as a native Fuel Cell Electric Vehicle (FCEV) from the ground up, promises superior efficiency, outstanding performance, and a reduced environmental impact by offering heavier payloads, longer range and faster refuelling compared to battery electric alternatives.
About McCulla
McCulla Transport (Ireland) Ltd was established in 1969 as a refrigerated haulage company but has diversified significantly into a fully integrated cold supply chain offering bespoke logistics solutions for customers of all sizes. Services include product collection, storage, picking-to-order and delivery by the box, pallet or full load to anywhere in the UK, Ireland and the rest of continental Europe.
About HVS
HVS (Hydrogen Vehicle Systems) is a UK company founded 2017. From innovative powertrain design to ground up production, HVS aims to disrupt the commercial vehicle industry by being an early mover with the most advanced, all–new zero emission HGV. Leading the way in hydrogen electric vehicle design, HVS is pioneering cutting-edge solutions that will decarbonise one of the heaviest polluting sectors worldwide. Combining unique design, efficiency, and performance; HVS will provide the ultimate driver experience at lower costs and lowest emissions.
Top Facts
Based on HVS’ conservative sales projections, by 2030 the new UK fleet of hydrogen HGVs displacing diesel vehicles could prevent more CO2 and noxious air emissions than the reported annual emissions of Heathrow airport.
Green hydrogen is an infinitely renewable fuel. It is made using renewable electricity to split water (H2O) into hydrogen and oxygen. In the fuel cell, hydrogen recombines with oxygen from the air to produce heat, power and water.
Fuel Cells were invented in the UK by a Welsh scientist Sir William Grove in 1839.
The UK is home to leading international hydrogen production, supply and storage industries, and HVS is an emerging OEM.
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