Amsterdam Airport Schiphol launches world-first pilot with hydrogen-powered vehicles in daily operations

Amsterdam Airport Schiphol launches world-first pilot with hydrogen-powered vehicles in daily operations

Aviation24.be | André Orban | 11 September 2025

Schiphol Airport has become the first major international airport to introduce hydrogen-powered vehicles into daily ground operations, advancing its goal of emission-free operations by 2030.

Vehicles in use: A specially developed hydrogen tow tractor will move KLM Boeing 737 aircraft several times a day, while a Toyota prototype pick-up truck will support Bird Control.

Supporting infrastructure: A temporary on-site hydrogen refuelling station has been installed.

Proven concept: The pilot builds on a successful test of a hydrogen-powered ground power unit (GPU) that supplies parked aircraft with emission-free electricity.

Royal Schiphol Group is assessing the practical performance of hydrogen, focusing on usability, range, and integration into airport systems. Hydrogen is seen as a strong complement to battery-electric vehicles, offering fast refuelling, reliable range, and efficiency in low temperatures—particularly for vehicles that must always remain available, such as emergency services.

The initiative is a collaborative effort with airlines, ground handlers, manufacturers, and research institutes, aimed at cutting indirect Scope 3 CO emissions and accelerating sustainable solutions across the aviation sector...more
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