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WE BUILD ADVANCED HYDROGEN POWERED TRANSPORT REFRIGERATION UNITS

Setting a new standard for clean, efficient cold transport.

Our AI-enabled hydrogen Transport Refrigeration Unit (TRU) replaces diesel reefers, reducing operating costs while eliminating emissions.

7.7 M

TRAILER, TRUCK, AND INTERMODAL CONTAINER TRUs OPERATING GLOBALLY IN 2025

TRU DEMAND IS RISING

THE TOTAL ADDRESSABLE MARKET GLOBALLY IN 2032

$14 B

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Our patented H2TRU Hydrogen Powered Transport Refrigeration Unit

​Our product has four distinct benefits for fleet operators:

  • Low Operating Cost

  • Quiet Operation

  • Fast Refueling

  • Zero Emissions

HYDROGEN IS HAPPENING.

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$680 BILLION
INVESTED IN HYDROGEN PROJECTS GLOBALLY

A Growing Network of Hydrogen Fueling Stations in Canada

New Station in Toronto: Carlsun Energy

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Ontario is Making Major Investments in Hydrogen

Ontario Leveraging Hydrogen to Power Jobs, Growth and Energy Security.

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Hydrogen Capable Distribution Centres Continue to Expand

Two decades of hydrogen fuel cell powered material handling vehicles.

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A Growing Network of Hydrogen Fueling Stations in Canada

New Station in Vancouver: HTEC

OUR PRODUCT

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Hydrogen Powered Transport Refrigeration Unit (H2TRU)

20 kW - 12 kW

Cooling-Heating Capacity

20,000 hour

Run Time Durability ​

60 dBa​

Low Noise Level

Plug in for Standby Operation

Competitive Weight

Low Maintenance

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On-Trailer Hydrogen Storage System

10 to 45 hour

Competitive Run Time​

Industry Standard

Hydrogen Cylinders and Controls

7.5 – 27 kg of H2

1-3 Standard H2 Tanks ​

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Universal Installation

Our patented technology is engineered to be compatible with most refrigerated trailers.

AI Mobile Cold Chain TMS

  • Cost-Focused Dynamic System Reconfiguration

  • Providing Route Recommendation Inputs

  • Supporting Product Safety Analytics

  • Providing Mission Carbon Tracking

  • Informing Preventive Maintenance

OUR TEAM

William Harney​
CEO, Co-Founder

William is a business and technology development specialist with a proven track record for innovation and commercialisation. With an executive-level background in automotive R&D, technology, and business development, he has developed and marketed highly complex mechatronic automotive safety, body, and interior product systems, as well as alternative fuel complete vehicles while at Magna International. His global team leadership ability, passion for innovation, and creative problem-solving, combined with strategic and tactical acumen, led him to found Hydrocool.

Pierre-Xavier Roy​
COO, Co-Founder

Pierre brings extensive leadership experience from the global automotive industry, having held pivotal roles at corporations such as Magna International and Forvia. He is recognized for his leadership in innovation, complex systems development, and operational transformation. He has led high-stakes programs across advanced mobility, cleantech, and integrated systems, driving business growth and technological advancement. With a background in aeronautical engineering, he offers a unique blend of technical depth and executive vision in the evolving mobility and sustainability landscape.​

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Patrick Troy
Chief Engineer

Pat is at the forefront of vehicle electrification, having led the development of battery electric and hydrogen–battery hybrid electric solutions in the commercial truck sector at Roush Engineering. With a foundation in ICE powertrain development at Fiat Chrysler Automobiles and a passion for hands-on vehicle engineering, Pat brings a unique total vehicle development perspective with an entrepreneurial edge.

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Yevhenii Zotkin​
AI Architect​, IP Co-Author

Yevhenii is an adviser on AI/ML engineering, with expertise built through progressive roles in machine learning and software engineering at Thales and DataRobot. He is a co-author of Hydrocool’s patent and the framework for the development of our CC-TMS platform.

NEWS

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Hydrocool: Boosting a Hydrogen-Powered Future in Ontario

This episode features Will Harney, the CEO of Hydrocool and a former Magna executive.

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MaRS-Toronto Star Innovators to watch in 2025

Pierre-Xavier Roy is making deliveries at a lower cost to the planet.

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Julien Billot from Scale AI & Pierre-Xavier Roy from Hydrocool

A conversation with Julien Billot from Scale AI and Pierre-Xavier Roy on tech transformation in hydrogen.

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