EKA Mobility, KPIT, and BPCL Collaborate to Deploy Hydrogen Fuel Cell Bus at Cochin Airport

Key Highlights:

• EKA Mobility, KPIT Technologies, and BPCL deployed a 9-meter hydrogen fuel cell bus at Cochin International Airport (CIAL).
• The bus will undergo a three-year Proof of Concept (PoC) project at the airport.
• KPIT Technologies provided the hydrogen fuel cell technology.
• The initiative aims to promote hydrogen-powered commercial vehicles.
• EKA Mobility focuses on electric and hydrogen-powered vehicles.

EKA Mobility, KPIT Technologies and Bharat Petroleum Corporation Limited (BPCL) have launched a 9-meter hydrogen fuel cell bus at Cochin International Airport (CIAL) in Kochi. The bus can carry over 30 passengers and will be tested for three years at Cochin International Airport (CIAL). It was recently displayed at the Global Hydrogen & Renewable Energy Summit in Kochi. This project aims to help Kerala move towards eco-friendly transportation by introducing hydrogen-powered buses.​

As part of the project, EKA Mobility added KPIT Technologies’ hydrogen fuel cell technology to its 9-meter electric bus. BPCL installed the hydrogen production, dispensing, and refuelling infrastructure in Kochi. The partnership aims to develop both the bus and the hydrogen infrastructure to promote the use of green hydrogen in Kerala.

This initiative aims to boost the use of hydrogen-powered commercial vehicles in India, attract investment in green hydrogen infrastructure, and support policy development for future projects. By using clean energy, it helps Kerala move towards sustainable mobility and aligns with India’s net-zero goals.

About EKA Mobility

EKA Mobility is an Indian company that develops and deploys electric and hydrogen-powered commercial vehicles. It is backed by Mitsui & Co., Ltd. (Japan) and VDL Groep (Netherlands) and focuses on advancing sustainable transportation in the country.

EKA Mobility designs and manufactures electric buses and commercial vehicles for both public and private transport. The company focuses on energy-efficient solutions and promoting zero-emission vehicles. It has introduced electric buses for urban transport and recently collaborated on hydrogen fuel cell technology to advance clean mobility.

At the Bharat Mobility Expo 2025, EKA showcased its range of innovative electric buses designed for various transportation needs. These buses offer sustainable and efficient solutions for urban and long-distance travel, catering to different passenger capacities and service requirements. Here are the 5 EKA Electric Buses showcased at the Bharat Mobility Expo 2025:

• EKA COACH
• EKA 12M
• EKA 9M
• EKA LF
• EKA 7M

Beyond vehicle manufacturing, EKA Mobility also supports sustainable mobility infrastructure. It works with industry partners and government bodies to set up charging stations and hydrogen refueling facilities, helping build a stronger clean energy ecosystem in India.

Also Read: EKA Mobility and KPIT Technologies Partner for Electric Powertrain Development

CMV360 Says

The launch of the hydrogen fuel cell bus at CIAL is expected to attract more investment in green hydrogen infrastructure and shape policies for the adoption of hydrogen-powered vehicles in India. EKA Mobility, KPIT Technologies, and BPCL are working together to test both the bus and the hydrogen refueling system. This project is not just about a new bus but about creating a complete hydrogen mobility system that other states can replicate. If the project works well, more hydrogen buses could be used in India.