HORIBA India has inaugurated its first-ever Hydrogen Internal Combustion Engine (H2-ICE) Test Bed Facility at the HORIBA India Technical Center in Chakan, Pune, marking a major step towards supporting India’s green energy revolution. This new facility, established with an investment of approximately Rs 28-30 crore, is designed to test hydrogen-fuel-based internal combustion engines (H2-ICEs), contributing to the global vision of carbon neutrality and decarbonization.
Spanning a 10,000 sq-m area, the HORIBA India Technical Center (HITC), which began operations in 2016, has been at the forefront of developing advanced testing and measurement technologies for automotive and environmental sectors. The newly established H2-ICE test bed facility is a vital addition, offering engine testing capacity of up to 380KW, aimed at meeting the growing demand in India’s commercial vehicle segment. This state-of-the-art facility will showcase cutting-edge products, including a Hydrogen Gas Analyzer (HyEVO), Hydrogen Fuel Flow Meter (HyFQ-2000), and Laser Spectroscopic Motor Exhaust Gas Analyzer (MEXA-ONE-XL-NX), among others. Additionally, live product demonstrations will offer stakeholders a hands-on experience of these innovative technologies.
The launch event was graced by Dr. George Gillespie, Executive Corporate Officer, HORIBA Energy and Environment, and Dr. Rajeev Gautam, Corporate Officer, HORIBA Japan, and President of HORIBA India. Dr. Gillespie emphasized the significance of hydrogen as a carbon-neutral fuel and highlighted HORIBA’s commitment to India’s net-zero emissions goal by 2070. The facility is also aligned with Make in India and Atmanirbhar Bharat initiatives, further advancing HORIBA India’s vision of creating locally sourced and environmentally efficient products. By investing in clean energy solutions, HORIBA is contributing to India’s green energy revolution while aiming to achieve CO2 emissions reduction by 42% by 2032. This pioneering move in hydrogen technology reflects HORIBA’s dedication to sustainability, supporting the automotive industry’s shift towards eco-friendly solutions, and is a critical step in enhancing India’s energy efficiency and reducing its carbon footprint.
