Accelerating the transition to zero-emission mobility through hydrogen innovation and real-world application
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.
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
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.
Mobile H₂ Refueling Station
ARCO Technologies provides the green hydrogen production system and mobile HRS (Hydrogen Refueling Station), integrated with a photovoltaic plant.
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.