Poppe + Potthoff Supports NeMo.bil Project with High-Pressure Hydrogen Systems And Composite Storage Integration
BY Composights
Published: 07 May 2026
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Poppe + Potthoff is contributing high-pressure hydrogen system components to the NeMo.bil mobility project, supporting integration of hydrogen supply within the NeMo.Pro vehicle platform. The project focuses on developing a modular, demand-driven transport system for passenger and freight mobility.
The hydrogen system is designed for operation at pressures of up to 700 bar, enabling efficient fuel delivery from storage to the propulsion system. The NeMo.bil project, funded by the German Federal Ministry for Economic Affairs and Energy, includes the integration of five Type IV thermoplastic composite hydrogen tanks supplied by project partner Avanco Composites. These tanks combine lightweight construction with the structural performance required for high-pressure hydrogen storage.
NeMo.bil is based on a swarm mobility concept that combines lightweight passenger units, referred to as NeMo.Cab, with towing vehicles such as NeMo.Pro for long-distance operation. The system is designed to optimise energy use and vehicle utilisation through coordinated routing and modular vehicle configurations.
The project brings together partners across vehicle design, energy systems, and digital infrastructure. Poppe + Potthoff s role focuses on hydrogen distribution components, supporting the implementation of hydrogen propulsion within a scalable mobility framework.
The platform targets low-emission transport applications, particularly in regions requiring flexible routing and extended range. Hydrogen propulsion supports rapid refuelling and longer operational cycles compared to battery-based systems.
For the composites industry, the integration of Type IV thermoplastic composite hydrogen tanks highlights the role of advanced materials in enabling high-pressure storage solutions. Composite pressure vessels are critical for reducing system weight while maintaining safety and durability, supporting the broader adoption of hydrogen-powered mobility systems.
Source : Poppe + Potthoff | LinkedIn
