Media Release
8 August 2025
Metro’s Zero Emission Bus (ZEB) trial continues to provide valuable data for Metro’s ongoing modernisation journey and the future of zero emission public transport in Tasmania.
An update about the trial, which involves three Hydrogen Electric Buses (HEB) operating across various routes in Hobart, was provided to stakeholders in Hobart today (8 August).
The HEB trial, which began operational testing and passenger service in June this year, is the first public transport project to use locally produced hydrogen in Tasmania.
It is supported by the Tasmanian Government through the Renewable Hydrogen Industry Development Fund and is providing real-world data on possible alternative fuel options for public transport vehicles.
The hydrogen used to power these buses is produced in Tasmania. The vehicles are refuelled at a dedicated Hydrogen Refuelling Station at Metro’s Mornington Depot.
Metro has worked closely with project partners, including Foton Mobility Distribution, H2H Energy, and the Blue Economy CRC, to bring the HEB trial to life.
Both the Battery Electric Bus (BEB) trial in Launceston and the HEB trial in Hobart will provide Metro with critical and detailed operational information to inform decisions on its longer-term fleet requirements.