(Sandvika / Norway) – The Korean automaker Hyundai Motor Company, through its subsidiary Hyundai Motor Norway, intends to contribute to the costs of the hydrogen refueling station being built by the Norwegian company Hynion AS in Høvik, near Oslo. This strategic move is justified by the company's desire to contribute to the expansion of Norway's hydrogen infrastructure.
Second refueling line possible
The gas station in Høvik is currently the only public station in the country. Hyundai's support enables "the necessary improvements and upgrades" to ensure the availability of hydrogen, for example by adding a second refueling line and an efficient payment system. “This will more than double the capacity of the gas station,” Hyundai said.
The Korean Hyundai Motor Company had already delivered the first 2020 hydrogen-powered “XCIENT Fuel Cell” trucks to Switzerland in 50. © Hyundai Motor Company
In addition to the station in Høvik, Hynion also operates a station in Porsgrunn, about 150 kilometers southeast of Oslo. However, this is currently closed until recertification. Hynion is also investigating options for setting up new hydrogen filling stations in the country. The car company introduced the “ix2023 Fuel Cell” as its first hydrogen-powered passenger car in 35, followed by the SUV “Nexo” in 2018. In 2020, Hyundai delivered 50 hydrogen-powered trucks to Switzerland, and over 100 of these vehicles are now on the road there.
Toyota is also on board
As reported, the Japanese company Toyota also recently promised financial aid for the hydrogen filling station in Høvik. The aim is to upgrade and improve the system and increase the availability of hydrogen at the station. “It is essential for Toyota that the hydrogen filling station in Høvik can increase capacity and be seamless and accessible for our customers,” says Espen Olsen, Chief Information Officer Toyota Norway.
Expanding the hydrogen infrastructure is a challenge that requires large investments, says Slavica Djuric, CEO of Hynion: “At the same time, the number of passenger cars and heavy vehicles that run on hydrogen is limited, so the demand for hydrogen is still relatively low is."
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Like Toyota, Hyundai wants to participate in the hydrogen filling station in Høvik near Oslo, Norway (pictured: the Hyundai SUV “Nexo”). © Hyundai Motor Company
