New Zealand’s First Green Hydrogen Refuelling Station for Heavy Vehicles Opens in Manukau
Who would have thought that heavy vehicles in New Zealand could become pioneers of green transportation?
New Zealand has taken a green leap forward with the opening of its first hydrogen refuelling station for heavy vehicles in Manukau. This milestone is a result of collaboration between Coregas NZ and Halcyon, offering a promising future for hydrogen technology in the country.
The newly opened hydrogen refuelling station in Manukau marks an important step in New Zealand’s push towards sustainable transportation. Situated just outside of Auckland, this station is part of a larger network of supply locations that aims to support the growing demand for hydrogen as a fuel source. By strategically locating these refuellers near main trucking routes, the collaboration between Coregas NZ and Halcyon is making it easier for heavy vehicles to adopt hydrogen technology.
In 2021, Halcyon made waves by opening New Zealand’s first green hydrogen production facility at the Mokai geothermal power plant. This facility has the capacity to produce 180 tonnes of green hydrogen per year, thanks to the electricity generated by Tuaropaki Power Company. This partnership ensures low-carbon traceability, reinforcing New Zealand’s commitment to reducing carbon emissions.
The decision to establish the hydrogen refuelling station in Manukau was driven by the need to be as accessible as possible for the transport industry. Tuaropaki Trust and Obayashi Corporation recognized that locating the refuellers near main trucking routes would make it convenient for heavy vehicles to refuel with hydrogen. This strategic decision ensures that the infrastructure is in place to support the transportation evolution in New Zealand.
To bring the Manukau refuelling site to fruition, Coregas NZ relied on their manufacturing and supply expertise. Drawing from their previous experience with the H2Station in New South Wales’ Illawarra-Shoalhaven region, Coregas NZ played a pivotal role in meeting the technical and compliance requirements of the project. By leveraging their knowledge, they were able to contribute to the establishment of the first green hydrogen refuelling station for heavy vehicles.
Peter Neate, the general manager of Coregas NZ, expressed his enthusiasm for the project, stating, ‘Taking charge of Halcyon’s express refueller enables us to provide our expertise in managing hydrogen distribution while supporting the transport evolution for New Zealand.’ This collaboration between Coregas NZ and Halcyon is a significant step towards unlocking the untapped potential of hydrogen-powered heavy vehicles in New Zealand.
- Located just outside of Auckland, the hydrogen refuelling station is part of a growing network of supply locations.
- Halcyon previously opened New Zealand’s first green hydrogen production facility at the Mokai geothermal power plant in 2021.
- The selection of the Manukau site was based on the need to be close to main trucking routes.
- Coregas NZ played a crucial role in the establishment of the refuelling site, utilizing their expertise in the H2Station in New South Wales.
- Hydrogen-powered heavy vehicles offer a lighter, longer-distance solution with fast refuelling and high payload capacity.
The opening of New Zealand’s first green hydrogen refuelling station in Manukau signals a bright future for sustainable transportation in the country. With the support of Coregas NZ’s expertise and the strategic location chosen by Tuaropaki Trust and Obayashi Corporation, heavy vehicles now have access to a convenient and efficient refuelling solution. This milestone showcases the successful combination of renewable energy and hydrogen for the transport sector, laying the foundation for a greener future.