Poznań Expands Hydrogen Bus Fleet: A Sustainable Transit Solution
Key Ideas
- MPK Poznań signs contract with Solaris Bus & Coach for 5 new hydrogen buses, expanding the order by 4 more vehicles, aiming for a greener fleet by 2026.
- The new Solaris Urbino 12 hydrogen buses will join the existing fleet of 25 hydrogen buses, emphasizing a commitment to sustainable mobility in Poznań.
- CEO of MPK Poznań highlights the importance of investing in zero-emission vehicles to improve public transport comfort and environmental protection, with plans to increase the share of such vehicles in the fleet to over 30%.
- Each new hydrogen bus will be equipped with a Solaris High Power battery to support the fuel cell and will contribute to phasing out less eco-friendly vehicles from the fleet.
Operator MPK Poznań in Poznań, Poland, has signed a new contract with Solaris Bus & Coach to purchase five new Solaris Urbino 12 hydrogen buses, with an additional four vehicles added to the order. These vehicles are scheduled to be introduced into Poznań by May 2026, expanding the city's eco-friendly transport options. This order builds on the longstanding relationship between MPK Poznań and Solaris, dating back to 1996. The two companies share a commitment to sustainable mobility, with Solaris expressing joy in Poznań's continued choice of their hydrogen buses. The official contract signing ceremony was attended by representatives from MPK Poznań and the Deputy Mayor of Poznań. The CEO of MPK Poznań emphasized the importance of investing in a zero-emission fleet to enhance public transport comfort and environmental protection. As part of this commitment, the company plans to have over 30% of its fleet comprised of zero-emission vehicles after the delivery of the new electric and hydrogen buses. Each new hydrogen bus will feature a Solaris High Power battery to support the fuel cell, contributing to a reduction in the fleet's carbon footprint. This initiative aligns with the broader goal of phasing out less environmentally friendly vehicles. MPK Poznań's fleet currently includes over 300 Solaris buses, with a significant portion being electric or hydrogen-powered. This latest order follows a previous contract for articulated buses from Solaris, demonstrating the ongoing partnership between the two companies in advancing sustainable transportation solutions.