Trimac Advances Sustainability Through Pilot of Hyundai XCIENT Hydrogen Truck

Source: | · TRIMAC · | December 9, 2025

Trimac is advancing its sustainability strategy by participating in a regional pilot of the Hyundai XCIENT Hydrogen Fuel Cell Truck, marking an important milestone in the introduction of hydrogen-powered heavy transport to Western Canada.

“This project is an important opportunity to test the viability of hydrogen fuel-cell technology in heavy-duty transportation within Alberta,” shared Abe Masri, Manager of Energy Transition and Sustainability. “We aim to understand how this solution performs under real-world conditions and what will be required to make it practical at scale.”

The pilot test, led by the Alberta Motor Transport Association (AMTA), is designed to help carriers build operational knowledge of hydrogen systems. AMTA is rotating the vehicle among participating fleets, giving each company the opportunity to assess performance in real commercial conditions.
 
As part of the initiative, AMTA coordinated training for drivers and mechanics, as well as hosted representatives from Hyundai Global for discussions with carriers, industry stakeholders and government partners on the future of hydrogen in Alberta’s transportation sector.
 
Trimac’s participation aligns with the sustainability commitments in its 2024 ESG Report, which focuses on fleet modernization, fuel-saving technologies and the exploration of zero-emission alternatives. Trimac is also a core stakeholder in the Alberta Zero Emission Truck Electrification Collaboration (AZETEC), which is preparing a hydrogen fuel-cell prototype for commercial testing.