The study was developed in the Clean Intralogistics Net (CIN) cluster to standardize the hydrogen infrastructure for intralogistics applications with the aim of influencing international standardization.

The core aspects are the analysis of existing hydrogen applications in Europe with a focus on cross-model and cross-manufacturer interoperability of industrial trucks and infrastructure.

The study, funded by the Federal Ministry for Digital and Transport Affairs, identifies potential for optimization at interfaces such as equipotential bonding, water extraction and, in particular, communication. It proposes solutions for more efficient and safer H2 refueling, with a special focus on a user-friendly, wireless and bidirectional communication interface.

This implementation of the study recommendations could accelerate the market ramp-up of hydrogen technologies in intralogistics and also enable the cross-application use of H2 infrastructure for companies in the future.