Tag Archives: Zero-Emission Buses

Bosch Demonstrates Long-Range Hydrogen Bus Technology in Madrid Transit Network

(IN BRIEF) Bosch has begun test operations of its new fuel-cell system in Madrid’s public transit network, marking its first customer project in the bus segment. The system is installed in an Irizar test bus operated by Alsa. The bus … Read the full press release

Scania secures Sweden’s largest battery-electric bus delivery with 91-vehicle order for Södertälje

(IN BRIEF) Scania and VR Group have entered into one of Sweden’s largest electric bus agreements, covering the delivery of 91 battery-electric buses for public transport services in Södertälje and Nykvarn. The buses are scheduled to begin operations in June … Read the full press release

Stagecoach Hosts National Transport and Energy Leaders to Advance Joined-Up Strategy for Zero-Emission Bus Networks

(IN BRIEF) Stagecoach hosted a high-level roundtable at its Nuneaton depot bringing together policymakers, transport operators, and energy experts to examine how the UK can accelerate the transition to zero-emission buses through joined-up decision-making. Convened with Campaign for Better Transport, … Read the full press release

Mercedes-Benz eCitaro Surpasses 2,500 Deliveries with Expanded Battery and Fuel-Cell Options

(IN BRIEF) Since 2018, over 2,500 Mercedes-Benz eCitaro electric buses have been delivered from Mannheim, serving cities across Europe. The line now includes solo, compact, and articulated models with battery capacities up to 686 kWh, fuel-cell range-extenders, and an upcoming … Read the full press release

KfW IPEX-Bank Fuels Go-Ahead Group’s Zero-Emission Transition with GBP 200 Million CAPEX Facility

(IN BRIEF) KfW IPEX-Bank has secured a GBP 200 million CAPEX facility for the Go-Ahead Group, reinforcing its growth and commitment to sustainable transport. The new facility, arranged as a follow-up to an existing 2023 financing, is supported by six … Read the full press release

Arriva Accelerates Czech Republic’s Transition to Electric Public Transport with New Fleet of Zero-Emission Buses

(IN BRIEF) Arriva Group is advancing its commitment to decarbonizing public transport in the Czech Republic by introducing 16 new electric buses in the city of Kladno, marking the country’s largest single purchase of such vehicles. These buses will operate … Read the full press release

Aviva Joins Partnership to Finance 250 Zero Emission Buses Across UK

(IN BRIEF) Rock Rail, the UK Infrastructure Bank, and Aviva Capital Partners have collaborated to establish a funding platform for zero emission bus financier, ‘Rock Road,’ committing an initial £100 million to fund up to 250 zero emission buses and … Read the full press release

Arriva Secures Government Funding for New Zero-Emission Buses in Five UK Regions

(IN BRIEF) Arriva, in collaboration with local authorities, has successfully secured funding from the UK Government’s ‘ZEBRA’ scheme for the introduction of new zero-emission buses across several regions, including Leicester, Tamworth, Redcar, Durham, and Darlington. The funding, aimed at accelerating … Read the full press release

Government Funds Stagecoach for Zero-Emission Buses: A Green Transit Revolution

(IN BRIEF) Stagecoach, the UK’s leading bus and coach operator, applauds the government’s investment of £143 million to introduce more zero-emission buses across England through the Zero Emission Bus Regional Areas (ZEBRA) scheme. Transport Secretary Mark Harper announced the funding … Read the full press release