PartnershipMay 6, 2026, 06:22 AM
Ballard selected by Solaris as fuel cell supplier for next-gen hydrogen bus
AI Summary
Ballard Power Systems has been formally selected by Solaris as the fuel cell supplier for its next-generation hydrogen bus. This partnership involves the integration of Ballard's new FCmove®-SC hydrogen fuel cell engine into the Solaris Generation 2 FCEV bus. The existing Long-Term Supply Agreement (LTSA) has been extended to 2029, aligning with the new bus delivery schedule and strengthening commercial terms. The FCmove®-SC engine is designed for higher efficiency, extended durability, and reduced total cost of ownership, particularly for long-range, high-utilization transit.
Key Highlights
- Solaris selected Ballard as fuel cell supplier for its next-generation hydrogen bus.
- Ballard's FCmove®-SC hydrogen fuel cell engine will be integrated into the Solaris Generation 2 FCEV bus.
- The existing Long-Term Supply Agreement (LTSA) has been extended to 2029.
- The FCmove®-SC engine offers higher efficiency, extended durability, and reduced total cost of ownership.
- Ballard-powered fleets now include over 2,200 fuel cell buses globally.
- These buses have collectively logged over 300 million kilometers with 98% availability.