French Cities Embrace Sustainable Public Transport with Iveco's Electric and Hydrogen Buses
Key Ideas
- Iveco Bus to deliver 20 units of the 18-metre-long GX 437 Elec Linium BRT for express bus routes in Reims starting autumn 2025.
- Reims will also introduce 19 GX 337 H2 hydrogen buses equipped with fuel cells, offering a range of up to 450 kilometers and refuelled at a hydrogen distribution station.
- Infrastructure for the electric buses will include 32 charge points and 'Cway monitoring and smart charging software' for optimal charging by the network operator Mobility.
- The Lorient Agglomération's order of hydrogen buses signifies a commitment to sustainable transport, with innovative hydrogen refuelling techniques being implemented for efficient overnight refuelling of all buses.
Iveco Bus has secured a significant deal in France, with plans to deliver 20 units of the GX 437 Elec Linium BRT electric buses to Reims for operation on express bus routes starting autumn 2025. These electric buses, designed for Bus Rapid Transit (BRT), offer a spacious capacity of up to 142 passengers and feature a camera rearview system. The project in Reims involves deploying the buses on two BRT lines, connecting key locations in the city. The infrastructure for these electric buses will include 32 charge points and advanced monitoring software for efficient charging. Additionally, the city of Reims will see the introduction of 19 GX 337 H2 hydrogen buses, equipped with fuel cells and a buffer battery, allowing for an impressive range of up to 450 kilometers. What sets these hydrogen buses apart is the innovative refuelling approach - a hydrogen distribution station will slowly refuel all buses over four hours overnight, ensuring sustainable operations. The commitment to sustainable public transport is further emphasized by Lorient Agglomération's order of hydrogen buses, showcasing a shift towards eco-friendly mobility solutions.
Topics
Public Transit
Infrastructure
Sustainability
Electric Vehicles
Public Transport
Hydrogen Fuel Cell
Urban Renewal
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