China's first hydrogen-powered locomotive, set to be exported to Chile, was unveiled at CRRC Qishuyan Co., Ltd. Equipped with hydrogen fuel cell hybrid technology. This locomotive is scheduled for delivery by the end of June.

The partnership between CRRC Qishuyan and Anhui Technology Import and Export Co., Ltd. secured a groundbreaking contract with Antofagasta (Chili) & Bolivia Railway (FCAB) in September 2022, marking China's inaugural export order for hydrogen-powered freight locomotives.

Established in 1888, FCAB serves as a prominent railway freight operator in northern Chile, managing an annual freight volume of approximately 5 million tons.

CRRC Qishuyan tailored the hydrogen fuel cell hybrid locomotive specifically for Chile, considering unique operational challenges such as salt spray, ultraviolet exposure, sandstorms, steep gradients, tight curves, urban settings, and high-capacity refueling requirements.

The locomotive's production process embraced modular, workstation-based, digital, and refined manufacturing standards to optimize assembly workflows and enhance production efficiency. A dedicated supervisory team oversaw the production process, addressing critical issues and ensuring the successful delivery of this advanced locomotive technology to Chile.

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