The Minns government in New South Wales (NSW), Australia, has partnered with Chinese electric and commercial vehicle giant Foton to produce 126 new electric buses in Nowra, a coastal town around two hours from Sydney. The move is part of the state's Zero Emissions Bus (ZEB) program, aiming to electrify the public transport fleet. Foton plans to build a 6,000 square meter manufacturing facility in Nowra, subject to council approval, to manufacture the electric buses. The facility is expected to create around 100 ongoing skilled jobs and may also produce battery electric trucks and potentially hydrogen fuel cell engines, aligning with the state's efforts to comply with safety and emissions standards. The decision to build buses locally contrasts with the former government's offshoring approach, with Premier Chris Minns emphasizing the importance of creating local jobs and delivering emissions-free public transport. The state's Transport Minister, Jo Haylen, highlighted the beginning of the project to build eco-friendly buses and the creation of skilled manufacturing jobs. The move towards electric buses also involves reworking depots for fleet recharging, marking the state's commitment to building cleaner, greener buses for various regions in NSW. Overall, the initiative aims to enhance public transport, create employment opportunities, and support local manufacturing while emphasizing sustainability and compliance with emissions standards.