Ballard Secures 4.8MW Order from Siemens Mobility to Power Hydrogen Trains in Romania
The order builds on a multi-year supply commitment with Siemens Mobility established in 2022.
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Rhea-AI Summary
Ballard Power Systems (BLDP) secured a 4.8 MW fuel cell module order from Siemens Mobility for hydrogen passenger trains in Romania. The order comprises 24 FCrail modules rated at 200 kW each, expected to power 12 Mireo Plus H trains for Romania's Railway Reform Authority.
Ballard expects fuel cell engine deliveries in 2027 and 2028, with the fleet expected to enter passenger service in 2029. The order builds on a multi-year supply commitment established with Siemens Mobility in 2022. The trains will constitute Romania's first hydrogen-powered fleet and the Mireo Plus H platform's first deployment outside Germany.
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Hollow bars mark forward-looking points. How the balance works
Positive
- Moderate pointSiemens Mobility ordered 24 FCrail fuel cell modules totaling 4.8 MW from Ballard.
- Minor point. Forward-looking: it has not happened yet and may not happen.Ballard's engine deliveries are scheduled for 2027 and 2028 for the Romanian train fleet.
Negative
- None.
Key Figures
- Order capacity
- 4.8 MW
- Siemens Mobility fuel cell module order
- Hydrogen trains
- 12 trains
- Romania passenger fleet
- Fuel cell modules
- 24 modules
- Order quantity
- Deliveries scheduled
- 2027 and 2028
- Fuel cell engines
- Passenger service expected
- 2029
- Romanian hydrogen train fleet
Historical Context
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Key Terms
forward-looking statements regulatory
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24 FCrail™ fuel cell modules will power 12 Mireo Plus H trains,
The order, totaling 4.8 MW, is expected to power 12 Mireo Plus H hydrogen passenger trains for
This order deepens the long-standing collaboration between Ballard and Siemens Mobility, building on a multi-year supply commitment established in 2022. As Siemens Mobility expands its hydrogen rail fleet, this new order leverages the proven success of earlier Mireo Plus H deployments in
"We are grateful for our partnership with Siemens Mobility and their passionate commitment to expanding zero-emission rail technology across
"With this order, we will introduce our proven and trusted Mireo trains as well as hydrogen- powered rail transport to
Trains powered by Ballard fuel cells offer safe and reliable zero-emission operations, including long range, fast refueling and flexible operation across a wide variety of routes and environmental conditions, acting as a 1:1 replacement of diesel engines on non-electrified rail lines.
About Ballard
Ballard Power Systems (NASDAQ: BLDP; TSX: BLDP) is a global leader in zero-emission hydrogen energy solutions and an integrated Energy-as-a-Service (EaaS) provider. Together, with its wholly owned subsidiary, GeoPura Ltd., Ballard delivers turnkey, vertically integrated hydrogen ecosystem solutions spanning hydrogen production, logistics, refuelling, zero-emission fuel cell engines, and stationary Hydrogen Power Units.
Ballard powers critical off-grid, stationary applications - including construction, events, film sets, healthcare, defense, temporary power infrastructure, and supplies fuel cell engines for heavy-duty mobility applications such as bus, rail, and marine. With an EaaS model, combined with cutting-edge technology across the hydrogen value chain, Ballard decarbonizes mission-critical operations worldwide. To learn more about Ballard, visit www.ballard.com.
This release contains forward-looking statements concerning anticipated product and service attributes, product deliveries, and deployments. These forward-looking statements reflect Ballard's current expectations as contemplated under section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended. Any such forward-looking statements are based on Ballard's assumptions relating to its financial forecasts and expectations regarding its product development efforts, manufacturing capacity, and market demand.
These statements involve risks and uncertainties that may cause Ballard's actual results to be materially different, including general economic and regulatory changes, detrimental reliance on third parties, successfully achieving our business plans and achieving and sustaining profitability. For a detailed discussion of these and other risk factors that could affect Ballard's future performance, please refer to Ballard's most recent Annual Information Form. Readers should not place undue reliance on Ballard's forward-looking statements and Ballard assumes no obligation to update or release any revisions to these forward-looking statements, other than as required under applicable legislation.
Further Information
Sumit Kundu – Investor Relations, +1.604.360.3517 or investors@ballard.com
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FAQ
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What does Ballard's Siemens Mobility order for Romania include?
The order includes 24 FCrail fuel cell modules rated at 200 kW each, totaling 4.8 MW. They are expected to power 12 Mireo Plus H hydrogen passenger trains for Romania's Railway Reform Authority.
When will Ballard deliver the fuel cell engines for Romania's hydrogen trains?
Ballard's fuel cell engine deliveries are scheduled for 2027 and 2028. The fleet is expected to enter passenger service in 2029.