As part of the LIHYP – Linking Hydrogen Power Potentials project, DLR-VE is testing fuel-cell powered cargo bikes in Oldenburg, combining green hydrogen technology with urban logistics to create smarter, greener city transport solutions.

The DLR Institute for Networked Energy Systems (DLR-VE) is currently piloting fuel-cell cargo bikes in Oldenburg, Germany, as part of the Interreg North Sea Programme project LIHYP – Linking Hydrogen Power Potentials. These bikes, powered by green hydrogen, offer long operating times, fast refueling, and reliable performance even under challenging conditions.

The pilot not only tests technical performance but also evaluates operational aspects such as staffing, refueling procedures, safety standards, and regulatory compliance. The ultimate goal is to create a transferable blueprint for hydrogen-based urban logistics hubs that can be replicated in other cities and regions.

Key project partners include:

• Bremer Mineralölhandel GmbH (BMÖ): responsible for technical design, hydrogen supply, and the cargo bike itself.
• DLR-VE: providing expertise in hydrogen infrastructure, operating the refueling hub, and developing guidelines for handling hydrogen fuel safely and efficiently.
• OLEC e.V.: leading dissemination, public engagement, workshops, and outreach activities.

This pilot represents a significant step toward greener, smarter, and more resilient urban logistics, demonstrating how innovative hydrogen technologies can transform city transport.