Johnson Matthey Opens Hydrogen Engine Facility in Gothenburg
- The Gothenburg facility represents a £2.5m investment over three years.
- H₂ICE uses zero carbon hydrogen fuel for medium and heavy-duty transport.
- The facility supports engines up to 600kW and tests catalysts in engine systems.
- The H₂ICE investment follows collaboration with Cummins, PHINIA, and Zircotec.
Facility Overview
Johnson Matthey has opened its first hydrogen internal combustion engine (H₂ICE) facility in Gothenburg, Sweden. This center will test emission control systems for heavy-duty vehicles, using zero carbon hydrogen fuel to decarbonize transport like trucks and buses.
Investment and Capabilities
The facility, part of JM's existing Gothenburg site, was completed on time and on budget, with a £2.5m investment over three years. It expands JM's testing capabilities, allowing full engine tests for the first time, supporting the evolving global market and regulatory environment.
Technical Specifications
The Gothenburg installation supports H₂ICE engines up to 600kW (800hp) and tests catalysts within engine after-treatment and control systems. It includes an on-site hydrogen supply and storage area, with a capacity of up to 413 bar, and features hydrogen flow meters, analyzers, and exhaust measuring instruments.
Collaborations and Partnerships
The H₂ICE investment follows JM's collaboration with Cummins, PHINIA, and Zircotec, which launched Project Brunel1 in November 2021 and concluded in March 2025. This partnership delivered significant improvements in H₂ICE engine performance and durability.
Source: Johnson Matthey