At the Mobility Move event held in Berlin and dedicated to the public transport sector, Bosch introduced its new 100 kW FCPM C100 fuel cell system, designed and developed for mounting on the roof of city buses.
This solution enables vehicles to run on electricity without recharging and produce energy with zero environmental impact using renewable hydrogen. The compact C100 variant on display in Berlin is a new addition to Bosch’s FCPM portfolio.
With its flat design and height of just 40 centimeters, the C100 fuel cell unit is designed for ceiling mounting, a typical solution for the European market. The easy-to-integrate system is designed for city buses from 12 to 18 meters in length and offers standard CAN and diagnostic interfaces. bosch
“In addition to battery electric buses, fuel cell electric vehicles are also a viable solution to combat climate change and related regulations,” says Jan-Oliver Röhrl, vice president of the Power Solutions division and head of Bosch’s global commercial vehicle business. “The fuel cell is particularly well-suited for buses that travel long distances every day and rarely have the opportunity to charge on the road.”
Moreover, an EU regulation stipulates that by 2030, carbon emissions of newly registered city buses must be reduced by 90 percent compared to 2019 levels. From 2040, this requirement will also apply to all other bus types. Bosch emphasizes again that vehicles with fuel cell power modules, recognized by the EU as zero-emission vehicles, can make a significant contribution to this.
The FCPM C100 power module is based on the C190 variant for intercity buses and coaches and is usually mounted in the rear compartment where the diesel powertrain is located. FCPM C300 completes the series; With its 300 kW power, it is an ideal power source for heavy-duty trucks and passenger buses.
Bosch has been strongly committed to building a hydrogen economy for many years and has been developing technical solutions for hydrogen production, infrastructure and use. The company announced the launch of its Hybrid PEM electrolysis unit for hydrogen production in 2025.
Bosch is also working on technology for engines using hydrogen fuel and offers relevant components for direct and indirect injection.
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