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Will hydrogen fuel cell forklifts be used for South Korea's first eco-friendly hydrogen logistics center?

In a trial project comprising an asset management firm, a logistics company, and a joint venture between SK E&S and Plug Power, an American producer of hydrogen fuel cell turnkey solutions, hydrogen fuel cell forklifts will be used for the development of South Korea’s first eco-friendly hydrogen logistics center.

Will electric forklifts be converted to hydrogen fuel cell technology?

Beginning in the second half of 2023, a portion of the electric forklifts utilized by the CFS logistics center in Mokcheon, 75 kilometers (47 miles) south of Seoul, will be converted to hydrogen fuel cell technology.

Why does Korea need more hydrogen refueling stations?

Alongside hydrogen production, lack of infrastructure is the other significant hurdle to a well-functioning hydrogen economy in Korea: the country faces an urgent need for more hydrogen refueling stations (HRS) as well as efficient transportation and storage.

How does Korea support the upstream and downstream hydrogen industry?

There’s a pressing need to bolster these capabilities and, to help address this challenge, the Korean government is supporting both upstream and downstream hydrogen industries through strategic projects, investments and deregulation.

Are hydrogen cars a good idea in Seoul?

On the streets of Seoul, Busan, Daegu and other big cities, hydrogen cars and buses are now a common sight. It’s easy and enjoyable to go to meetings by hopping into quiet, comfortable, emission-free hydrogen taxis – which charge the same fare as traditional taxis – and to catch hydrogen buses for your daily commute.

Is the Korean hydrogen economy rolled out too quickly?

Once hydrogen has run out, drivers must wait hours for more hydrogen to be delivered and re-compressed. And to make matters worse, only one dispenser per station is allowed due to strict gas safety regulations. These issues raise concerns that the Korean hydrogen economy has been rolled out too quickly.