Wrightbus Invests in Electroliner and Hydrogen Coaches for Sustainable Transport Future
Key Ideas
  • Wrightbus focuses on developing the Electroliner, an electric bus with impressive range and charging capabilities, already in use in various UK cities.
  • The company is expanding its investment beyond electric buses to include hydrogen fuel cell-based coaches and a real-time telematics system.
  • The UK government has praised Wrightbus for its focus on research and development, highlighting the positive impact on job creation and industry advancement.
  • Wrightbus has achieved significant milestones in zero-emission miles and CO2 reduction, with plans to produce a large number of BEVs in Northern Ireland this year.
Wrightbus, a leading electric bus manufacturer in the UK, is heavily investing in the further development of its Electroliner range, known for its impressive features such as a 320km range on a single charge and a quick 2.5-hour recharging time. These buses are already in operation in cities like Plymouth, York, and London. The company is also diversifying its investments by allocating funds to product validation, hydrogen fuel cell-based coaches, and a telematics system. One notable creation is the Hydroliner, a fuel cell version of the Electroliner with a range of approximately 482km. Wrightbus aims to release a hydrogen-powered coach capable of traveling 1,000km on a single refuel, positioning itself as a key player in sustainable transport solutions. The UK government has lauded Wrightbus for its commitment to innovation and R&D, recognizing the positive impact on job creation and industry growth. With a fleet that has covered 50 million 'zero emission miles', the company has significantly reduced CO2 emissions. Wrightbus plans to manufacture 1,200 buses, with a majority being BEVs, in Ballymena, Northern Ireland this year. The company's reach extends beyond the UK, collaborating with supply chain partners in several European countries, showcasing its commitment to a greener future.
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