Trimac is participating in a regional pilot of the Hyundai XCIENT hydrogen fuel-cell truck as part of an effort to assess the viability of hydrogen-powered heavy-duty transport in Western Canada.
The pilot, led by the Alberta Motor Transport Association (AMTA), is rotating the vehicle among participating carriers to allow fleets to evaluate performance in real-world commercial operations.
“This project is an important opportunity to test the viability of hydrogen fuel-cell technology in heavy-duty transportation within Alberta,” said Abe Masri, manager of energy transition and sustainability at Trimac, in a news release. “We aim to understand how this solution performs under real-world conditions and what will be required to make it practical at scale.”
AMTA has coordinated driver and technician training as part of the initiative and hosted representatives from Hyundai Global for discussions with carriers, industry stakeholders, and government partners on the role of hydrogen in Alberta’s transportation sector.
Trimac said its participation aligns with commitments outlined in its 2024 ESG report, which focuses on fleet modernization, fuel-saving technologies, and evaluating zero-emission alternatives. The carrier is also a core stakeholder in the Alberta Zero Emission Truck Electrification Collaboration (AZETEC), which is preparing a hydrogen fuel-cell prototype for commercial testing.
“We recognize that hydrogen adoption requires a broader ecosystem of infrastructure and collaboration,” Masri said. “This initiative supports the foundational efforts needed to enable future zero-emission options for the industry.”
The pilot evaluation is expected to continue through early 2026.
