HYDI, a leader in innovative hydrogen fuel-enhancement technology, has announced the signing of an exclusive 3-yr distribution agreement with the Adaptalift Group, one of Australia’s largest privately owned fleet management and material handling solution providers.

Under this landmark agreement, Adaptalift Group becomes the exclusive distributor of HYDI’s proprietary hydrogen systems for the material and container handling sectors across Australia. The partnership aims to accelerate the adoption of sustainable technology, helping businesses significantly reduce carbon emissions and operational fuel costs.

The agreement encompasses a comprehensive range of heavy-duty machinery across all major brands. Specifically, the exclusivity covers Reachstackers, Top Lifters, Straddle Carriers, and Empty Container Handlers, as well as the full spectrum of Forklifts and Terminal Tractors/ATVs. Furthermore, the partnership extends to specialized attachments including Material Handling Grabs used in the forestry and scrap metal industries, ensuring that carbon-reduction technology is available to the most demanding industrial applications in Australia.

The HYDI system produces hydrogen on demand, which is delivered into the air intake of diesel engines to create a more efficient and complete combustion process. Expected benefits for all diesel engine equipment are

• Reduced fuel consumption: Reduction diesel consumption of up to 15%
• Reduced CO, CO₂ and NOx emissions: Reduction of between 12% – 18% in emissions
• Increased engine torque: Noticeable increase in engine torque
• Reduced diesel particulates: Up to an 80% reduction in diesel particulate significantly extended the life of the DPF
• Fewer regeneration cycles: Decreased soot build-up leads to fewer or no “active” regeneration burns, reducing fuel wastage and thermal stress.
• Lower maintenance costs: Operators can avoid higher costs associated with manual cleaning, DPF premature filter replacement, and machine downtime.
• Engine longevity: Cleaner combustion and reduced back-pressure contribute to overall engine health.
• Hydrogen is not stored / No engine modifications.

“As the industry moves toward a greener future, our partnership with Adaptalift Group represents a pivotal step in making sustainable power accessible to the material handling market,” said Craig Bates, Chairman & CEO at HYDI. “Adaptalift’s extensive national footprint across Australia & New Zealand ensures that HYDI’s technology will reach the businesses that need it most to meet their 2026 and beyond ESG targets.”

“This exclusivity agreement reinforces our commitment to offering our clients the most advanced solutions available,” said Lindsay Whiffen, CEO at the Adaptalift Group. “By integrating HYDI’s hydrogen technology, we are providing our customers with a proven method to lower their carbon footprint and drastically reduce operating and maintenance costs.”

The 3-yr agreement is effective immediately, with rollout and installation services now available through Adaptalift’s national service network.