Sheffield-based ITM Power said it has signed an agreement with Deutsche Bahn AG (DB) to collaborate on sustainable transportation and infrastructure, specifically in the field of green energies, such as green hydrogen and its derivatives.

“DB is one of the largest transport companies and railway operators in Europe and is committed to being climate-neutral by 2040,” said ITM Power.

“A key element of its decarbonisation strategy is the adoption of alternative drives and usage from green energy sources.

“Plans include converting DB’s fleet of trains, buses, and trucks into low and zero-emission vehicles, as well as building new infrastructure required for operating and maintaining the converted fleets using green energy and green fuels.”

ITM CEO Dennis Schulz said, “Deutsche Bahn has an ambitious strategy to transition towards a clean and climate-friendly rail system in Germany and to play a major role in the transportation of green fuels. We are delighted to support Deutsche Bahn in advancing sustainable transport solutions in the heart of the EU.”

Niko Warbanoff, CEO of DB E.C.O. Group, said: “As part of DB, the DB E.C.O. Group is very interested in developing new ideas and collaborations in areas such as green energy, decarbonisation and zero emissions, thereby making a contribution to the rail and infrastructure sector in Germany and around the world.”