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India Key To Cummins' Global Hydrogen ICE Strategy

The US-based engine manufacturer sees the strong interest in hydrogen fuel in India as a way to advance its own net zero transition

Ketan Thakkar  & Kiran Murali   & Prerna Lidhoo  By Ketan Thakkar & Kiran Murali & Prerna Lidhoo calendar 27 Feb 2025 Views icon5605 Views Share - Share to Facebook Share to Twitter Share to LinkedIn Share to Whatsapp
India Key To Cummins' Global Hydrogen ICE Strategy

As the global transportation sector shifts towards sustainable mobility, one of the companies betting big on hydrogen playing a central role in the future of long-distance transportation is Cummins Inc. The company sees hydrogen fuel cells as the ultimate solution for heavy-duty trucks, while cleaner diesel, liquefied natural gas (LNG), and hydrogen internal combustion engines (H2-ICE) serve as immediate, lower-emission alternatives.

"We are witnessing strong global interest in hydrogen technology, and India is leading the way—both in terms of hydrogen production and policy-driven adoption," said Jane Beaman, Vice President for Global On-Highway and Pickup Business at Cummins Inc.

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