Viva Energy’s newly launched hydrogen refuelling station in Geelong has marked a major step forward in Australia’s transition to cleaner transport, with foundation partner Toll Group committing to immediate deployment of hydrogen-powered logistics solutions. The station, officially opened by Deputy Prime Minister Richard Marles and Victorian Minister for Climate Action Lily D’Ambrosio, is one of the first of its kind in the country to offer renewable hydrogen fuel generated on-site for heavy vehicles, reports Ownerdriver.
Toll Group, a key player in the logistics sector, has reaffirmed its pledge to reach net-zero emissions by 2050. As part of this goal, the company is rolling out two hydrogen-powered prime movers later this year. These vehicles will transport steel between Hastings and Geelong, completing a 300-kilometre round trip that is projected to save 95,000 litres of diesel and eliminate 254 tonnes of carbon emissions annually.
The investment is part of Toll’s broader $200 million strategy to transition its fleet toward renewable and low-emissions technology. This includes adopting the latest in fuel-efficient vehicles, electrification, and now, hydrogen-powered transport. Anna Green, Toll Group’s Chief Commercial and Sustainability Officer, said the move underscores the company’s focus on finding the right balance of clean technologies to meet both environmental and operational goals.
Green emphasised that no single technology will deliver net zero on its own, pointing to hydrogen, electric vehicles, and advanced diesel alternatives as complementary tools in the transition. Toll has already made headway in electric heavy transport, with a $67 million investment announced last year—backed by the Australian Renewable Energy Agency (ARENA)—to deploy 28 battery-electric heavy vehicles and install charging stations across ten national sites.
According to Green, these moves reflect not only environmental responsibility but also a growing demand from Toll’s clients for sustainable logistics solutions. The company aims to align its transport services with its customers’ own sustainability targets, helping them grow while cutting carbon footprints.
The Geelong hydrogen hub, supported by ARENA funding, represents a tangible step toward that shared future—one where zero-emissions freight is no longer just a goal, but a growing part of the national supply chain.
