Hydrogen Bus – First European delivery of the GX 337 H2 LINIUM by IVECO BUS in Lorient
IVECO BUS delivered its first hydrogen city bus, the GX 337 H2 LINIUM, to the Lorient Agglomeration (France). The inauguration ceremony was attended by the President of Lorient Agglomeration, several local officials, and the Director of the IziLo Mobilités public transport network. This European first illustrates IVECO BUS’s commitment to supporting the transition to decarbonised public transport.
The GX 337 H2 LINIUM will enter service on line T5, serving Lorient, Lanester, Hennebont and Inzinzac-Lochrist, with operations commencing from December 22nd, 2025. Ultimately, 19 buses will strengthen the IziLo Mobilités network fleet.
Vénissieux, 23 December 2025
Lorient Agglomeration has officially received the first-ever GX 337 H2 LINIUM, IVECO BUS’s hydrogen city bus. The official inauguration, held yesterday, brought together the President of Lorient Agglomeration, several local dignitaries, and the Director of the IziLo Mobilités public transport network.
The first vehicle will enter service on the IziLo Mobilités network from 22 December 2025, marking the start of a phased rollout. Ten additional units are scheduled for delivery during 2026, bringing the total number of buses supplied under this project to 19.
Fabrice Loher, President of Lorient Agglomeration and Mayor of Lorient, stated:
With the introduction of this first hydrogen bus, Lorient Agglomeration reaffirms its ambition to lead a bold and transformative energy transition.
”This milestone marks the emergence of a local sector that fosters innovation and job creation and strengthens our collective ability to offer sustainable mobility solutions tailored to the daily needs of our residents,”
Giorgio ZINO, Head of IVECO BUS Commercial Operations in Europe, commented:
We are proud to see Lorient host the first European delivery of our GX 337 H2 LINIUM hydrogen city bus, a tangible demonstration of our commitment to working alongside local communities for decarbonised collective mobility.
”This technology delivers a high-performance solution, combining autonomy, comfort, and energy efficiency, and plays an active role in building a more sustainable future,”
Advanced technology for sustainable performance
The GX 337 H2 LINIUM features a 100-kW fuel cell powered by four hydrogen tanks, paired with a
69-kWh FPT Industrial battery pack. This configuration provides the IziLo network with a clean, efficient transport solution that reduces greenhouse gas emissions and supports the transition to carbon neutrality.
Key benefits of the GX 337 H2 LINIUM include:
- Hydrogen consumption optimised to be 15–20% lower than market standards.
- Thermal comfort ensured by a heat pump system.
- Capacity for up to 110 passengers.
- Operational range of up to 450 km.
- Fully accessible interior, including several dedicated spaces for passengers with reduced mobility.
- The vehicle is also equipped with IVECO ON digital services, designed to optimise performance and reduce total cost of ownership.
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Hydrogen Bus – First European delivery of the GX 337 H2 LINIUM by IVECO BUS in Lorient, source
