HTEC Opens Canada’s First 700 Bar Commercial Heavy-Duty Clean Hydrogen Station
Station on Tsawwassen First Nation land in British Columbia marks a key milestone for the deployment of hydrogen-powered trucks TSAWWASSEN, British Columbia, June 18, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — HTEC today announced the opening of Canada’s first 700 bar commercial heavy-duty clean hy
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GNWArticle contentStation on Tsawwassen First Nation land in British Columbia marks a key milestone for the deployment of hydrogen-powered trucksSign In or Create an AccountEmail AddressContinueor View more offersArticle contentTSAWWASSEN, British Columbia, June 18, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — HTEC today announced the opening of Canada’s first 700 bar commercial heavy-duty clean hydrogen refueling station, located on Tsawwassen First Nation (TFN) industrial lands at the Chevron Commercial Cardlock in Tsawwassen, British Columbia.Article contentWe apologize, but this video has failed to load.Try refreshing your browser, ortap here to see other videos from our team.
Article contentArticle contentThe opening of the station marks a practical step forward in advancing hydrogen-powered trucking in one of Canada’s most challenging sectors to decarbonize. It will enable an initial deployment of 12 Class 7 and 8 fuel cell electric trucks funded through the B.C.
Hydrogen Truck Pilot Project and the B.C. Hydrogen Ports Project.
Operating in drayage and regional freight routes, these vehicles will help integrate hydrogen into day-to-day fleet operations while reinforcing the continued build-out of HTEC’s Metro Vancouver Hydrogen Transportation Hub.Article contentTop StoriesGet the latest headlines, breaking news and columns.There was an error, please provide a valid email address.
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Please try againInterested in more newsletters? Browse here.Article contentDelivered as part of the broader H2 Gateway Program, the hub demonstrates that hydrogen infrastructure in British Columbia is ready to support fleet deployment and real-world transportation activity.
Bringing together production, distribution and end use, the hub includes HTEC’s 1.8-tonne-per-day clean hydrogen production facility in Burnaby, a light-duty hydrogen refueling network, and now commercial heavy-duty refueling capability in Tsawwassen.Article contentThe Tsawwassen Heavy-Duty Hydrogen Station was made possible through the support of key partners including landowner Tsawwassen First Nation (TFN), cardlock owner Sunoco LP, financing from the Canada Infrastructure Bank (CIB), and funding from Natural Resources Canada (NRCan) and the Government of British Columbia through its low-carbon fuel program and the Innovative Clean Energy (ICE) Fund.
Collaboration with TFN throughout siting, permitting, and development reflects a shared commitment to responsible development and environmental stewardship, with artwork by local TFN artists giving a sense of place.Article contentArticle contentHTEC also recognizes contributions across the hydrogen value chain, including station equipment provider Powertech Labs, and original equipment manufacturer (OEM) and vehicle integration partners such as Hyundai Motor Company, Unilia, and Elemental Trucks. While these organisations span jurisdictions, the project is rooted in British Columbia, where the hydrogen is produced and used, supporting local business activity and helping advance B.
C. developed expertise and innovation.Article contentThe project is further strengthened by early fleet participation with particular recognition to Harbour Link Container Services (B.
C. Hydrogen Ports Project) and Triple Eight Transport (B.C.
Hydrogen Truck Pilot Project), who will be the first to lease and operate two Hyundai Motor’s XCIENT Fuel Cell trucks using this station.Article contentQuotesArticle contentTsawwassen First Nation Chief Laura Cassidy-This project reflects what is possible when economic development is done in a way that respects the land and our shared future. At Tsawwassen First Nation, we have always believed that growth does not have to come at the expense of environmental stewardship.
Our Treaty was the first step in making opportunities like this possible – giving us the tools to plan, manage, and develop our lands in a way that benefits both our community and the region as a whole. Today, we are proud to see these industrial lands supporting innovation in clean energy, creating opportunities, and contributing to a more sustainable future for everyone.Advertisement 1This advertisement has not loaded yet.
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