Post by Martin Gruber

Last week marked a significant moment for all of us at Gruber Logistics: the first fuel cell vehicle operating in real-world conditions in Italy. This milestone represents far more than technological progress. It is one of those moments when years of commitment to a clear vision turn into reality. Some time ago, reflecting on what we wanted to become as a company, we set the ambition to define new standards in digitalization and sustainability within the transport and logistics sector. This achievement reinforces a key belief: innovation is not defined by the size of a company, but by its courage, consistency, and ability to collaborate. Reaching this point was only possible thanks to those who believed in the journey: the dedication of our teams at Gruber Logistics and Scania, the contribution of the European consortium behind the ZEFES project, and the trust of our customers—particularly those who chose to pioneer this initiative: Nestlé, Procter & Gamble, Verallia Italy, ABB, and Spezialbierbrauerei  Forst—who enabled us to bring this innovation into real-world application. What we see on the road today is not just a vehicle. It is the result of shared conviction, long-term thinking, and the determination to turn ambition into action. It marks an important step forward and stands as the first fuel cell heavy-duty vehicle operating in real conditions in Italy. Birreria FORST Spa - Brauerei FORST AG ABB Procter & Gamble Verallia Nestlé Scania Group Italscania S.p.A. ZEFES