Top speed 160km/H! SIEMENS Hydrogen Train Completes 30 Months of Trial Operation

Recently, SIEMENS announced that the SIEMENS Mireo Plus H of hydrogen-powered trains has completed a 30-month trial run in Bavaria, Germany.

Mireo Plus H two hydrogen-powered trains will be in Augsburg and Flensn (located in Bavaria, on the border between Germany and Austria), Augsburg (located in the southwest of Bavaria, one of the oldest cities in Germany, with a history of more than 2000 years) and Pessenberg (a small city in Bavaria) in mid-2024. Located at the foot of the Alps, the Bayerische Regiobahn (BRB) line serves passengers.

SIEMENS Transport and Bavaria signed a partnership agreement in 2021. The Mireo Plus H Hydrogen Power Train Project has been running for 30 months and has been supported by the Bavarian State Government. Karl Blaim, General Manager and Chief Financial Officer of

SIEMENS Mobile, said, Through cooperation with Bavaria, we have achieved an important milestone in the future of alternative power systems for trains. SIEMENS hydrogen-powered Mireo Plus H trains will operate completely zero-emission between Augsburg, Fyssen and Pessenberg. Mireo Plus H trains offer a sustainable solution for non-electrified rail lines. Christian Bernreiter, Minister of Transport

of Bavaria, said, We have conducted a 30-month trial operation of Mireo Plus H hydrogen trains under various daily conditions. The results of these tests will determine whether we decide to use hydrogen-powered trains on other lines in Bavaria. Our goal is to stop passenger diesel trains in Bavaria and other regional railways by 2040. Hydrogen energy is an important factor in achieving this goal. Arnulf Schuchmann, general manager of

the Bavarian Railway (BRB), said, Today, we have experienced SIEMENS hydrogen-powered trains for the first time on normal routes, and are making full preparations for passenger operations in 2024. As the second largest railway company in Bavaria, we are particularly pleased that politicians, Bavarian Railways and the SIEMENS have trusted us to carry out the test operation. Green hydrogen is a climate-friendly solution for local passenger transport. As a member of the Transdev Group, we attach great importance to environmental protection and are willing to support this innovative and future-oriented project.

The Mireo Plus H is a state-of-the-art hydrogen powered train based on the proven Mireo regional train platform for SIEMENS traffic. There are two sets of fuel cells and a set of lithium-ion batteries on the top of the train. The hydrogen energy supply system is combined with the electric drive to provide 1.7 MW of traction power. Accelerate up to 1.1 m/s ² and reach a top speed of 160 km/H. The train runs 1000 to 1200 kilometers with a full charge of hydrogen. Compared with other fuel cell trains on the market, the life cycle cost of Mireo Plus H is the lowest, and it takes only 15 minutes to fill up hydrogen quickly. Mireo is designed to be energy efficient and environmentally friendly, with monocoque, welded lightweight aluminum construction. In addition, the improved aerodynamics, energy-saving components and intelligent electrical system management of the car body effectively reduce the use of resources and emissions. A historical review of the development of hydrogen-powered trains in

SIEMENS:

2018: SIEMENS launched its first hydrogen-powered train prototype. The prototype train is based on SIEMENS proven Mireo regional train platforms and is equipped with a hydrogen fuel cell system. The launch of the train marks the SIEMENS's initial investment in hydrogen power and experimental research and development work.

2019: SIEMENS continues to improve hydrogen-powered train technology and demonstrates more mature prototype trains. These trains were tested in actual operation to verify their performance and feasibility.

2020: The SIEMENS makes an important breakthrough in sustainable transport, announcing that it will launch the Mireo Plus H of hydrogen-powered trains. This is a commercial hydrogen-powered train based on the Mireo regional train platform, featuring a highly efficient fuel cell system and zero emissions. The SIEMENS has begun working with railway operators around the world to introduce hydrogen-powered trains into commercial operations.

2021: The SIEMENS signed a development cooperation agreement with the Bavarian state government, which plans to put hydrogen-powered trains into operation in Bavaria. This cooperation agreement supports the commissioning and commercial operation of Mireo Plus H trains and provides impetus for the promotion of sustainable transport solutions in the region.

2022: SIEMENS continues to improve hydrogen-powered train technology and signs contracts with railway operators around the country to introduce trains into commercial operations in different regions. At the same time, the SIEMENS is also developing hydrogen energy technology to improve the performance and efficiency of hydrogen fuel cell systems.

2023: The SIEMENS completes a 30-month test run of the Mireo Plus H hydrogen-powered train in Bavaria, ready for commercial operation. This marks an important progress in the commercialization of SIEMENS hydrogen-powered trains and is expected to provide more options for sustainable rail transport.