ScotRail trials HVO as sustainable fuel alternative
In the UK, Railway Pro reported that ScotRail has launched a 12-week trial using Hydrotreated Vegetable Oil (HVO) as a sustainable fuel alternative in one of its Class 156 trains. The trial began on February 19, 2025 and is taking place at the Corkerhill Depot, in partnership with Angel Trains and Crown Oil.
The report noted that the ScotRail HVO trial involves the installation of a dedicated HVO fuel tank at Corkerhill Depot, with weekly fuel deliveries supporting the operation of a single Class 156 unit, which will remain in passenger service throughout the trial period.
“This trial is an exciting step forward in our commitment to reducing the environmental impact of Scotland’s railways. HVO has the potential to significantly lower our carbon footprint while allowing us to continue using existing diesel trains more sustainably. We’re eager to see the results and assess how this fuel could be part of a greener future for rail travel,” Poul Wend Hansen, ScotRail’s Head of Sustainability, said.
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