POOLER, Ga. (WSAV) - HydroFleet announced on Tuesday that it is investing nearly $33 million to construct a hydrogen production and fueling station in Pooler.
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The station will service environmentally friendly heavy-duty hydrogen fuel cell trucks.
HydroFleet, a national specialized hydrogen equipment and hydrogen fuel supplier, has delivered more than 450,000 kgs of ready-to-use, gaseous hydrogen fuel to end user fleets. It is led by a management team with more than 40 years combined experience in the hydrogen industry.
“Pooler is an ideal location for HydroFleet’s facility due to the proximity to major interstates, the Port of Savannah, and prospective fleet customers,” said HydroFleet’s Chief Executive Officer (CEO) Scott Moe. “We know customers want zero-emission fleets but have struggled to source the entire hydrogen ecosystem at a price that is competitive. Through strategic partnerships and proven, safe technology, HydroFleet solves this challenging industry problem. We look forward to partnering with Pooler to lead the clean energy transition to cost-effective, emission-free heavy truck fleets here in Georgia.”
“HydroFleet’s investment in Pooler marks an exciting advancement in sustainable innovation and economic growth," said Mayor Karen Williams. "This facility will enhance our local economy while establishing Pooler as a leader in clean energy solutions. By utilizing safe, proven hydrogen technology, it will reduce emissions and noise pollution, helping create a cleaner, more sustainable future for our community."
Over 18,000 hydrogen-powered passenger vehicles are operating in the U.S., along with more than 570 hydrogen-powered buses and heavy trucks. In addition, there are more than 80,000 hydrogen-powered forklifts in operation today. Companies such as Amazon, Whirlpool and Walmart use hydrogen-powered forklift fleets.
The new facility will initially refuel seven to 14 trucks a day, with future capacity reaching 50 a day. In December 2024, Hyundai Motor Group Metaplant America (HMGMA), in cooperation with Glovis America, announced it has deployed Hyundai XCIENT heavy-duty hydrogen fuel-cell electric trucks for clean logistics operations.
Initially, a total of 21 XCIENT trucks will be in operation.