Westport Fuel Systems Inc., a supplier of advanced alternative fuel systems and components, announced that it has been awarded a development program by a global heavy-duty truck manufacturer to adapt its Next Generation LNG HPDITM fuel system to meet the Euro 7 emissions requirements for heavy-duty vehicle applications.
The value of the development program is estimated to be $33 million and will be funded by the original equipment manufacturer (OEM). Work on the program is already underway with a targeted launch of the new LNG and liquified biomethane fueled product within a few years. Westport did not name the OEM.
Westport’s Next Generation HPDI fuel system has been developed to meet the Euro 7 standards and will introduce the following new features, according to the company:
- Improved fuel pressure control, thereby improving fuel efficiency
- Supporting higher pressure fuel supply systems to maximize engine performance and Brake Thermal Efficiency (BTE)
- Improved reliability and durability
- On Board Fuel Consumption Monitoring (OBFCM)
“This new program exemplifies our longstanding relationship with the OEM, emphasizing our shared vision of creating sustainable transport solutions around the world. Our LNG HPDI fuel system enables long-haul trucks to significantly reduce CO2 emissions now while fully meeting a fleet’s performance demands for payload, performance, and durability, as well as stringent Euro 7 emission regulations,” said Anders Johansson, vice president of heavy-duty OEM for Westport Fuel Systems.
