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<p>The Department has made clear it is looking to the rail industry for innovation
in considering the use of alternative fuels, such as hydrogen, in the future.</p><p>
</p><p>We are aware that Alstom are working with Eversholt on the conversion of class
321 units to bi-modes using hydrogen fuel cells in the UK. Also, Porterbrook have
entered into a partnership with the Birmingham Centre for Railway Research and Education
(‘BCRRE’) to create HydroFlex where Porterbrook will provide a ‘Class 319’ electric
unit to BCRRE for conversion into a hydrogen powered train. The introduction of these
trains into service will depend on both a positive business case and on the regulatory
approvals being given.</p>
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