Stellantis said on 16 July it has terminated its hydrogen fuel cell R&D programme and shelved plans to introduce its Pro One range of hydrogen-powered vans this year. Production of the models, which was due to start in Hordain, France, and Gliwice, Poland, has been halted. Enlarged-Europe Chief Operating Officer Jean-Philippe Imparato cited the limited availability of refuelling infrastructure, high capital requirements and the need for stronger consumer incentives, saying the hydrogen market "remains a niche segment, with no prospects of mid-term economic sustainability." The carmaker does not expect to adopt hydrogen technology in light commercial vehicles before the end of the decade and will redirect related R&D spending to battery-electric and hybrid projects. Stellantis added that the decision will not lead to job losses at its manufacturing sites. The withdrawal puts fresh uncertainty over Symbio, the hydrogen mobility joint venture in which Stellantis acquired a 33.3% stake in 2023. Michelin and Forvia, Symbio’s other shareholders, warned the move could have serious operational and financial repercussions for the business, which employs about 650 people. Stellantis said it has begun talks with its partners to assess market impacts and explore alternatives for the unit.