Solaris Expands Presence in German Market with New Hydrogen Bus Order
Key Ideas
- REVG Kerpen commissions 26 Solaris Urbino 12 hydrogen buses, marking Solaris's entry into the city.
- The advanced 70 kW hydrogen fuel cells and High Power batteries ensure consistent performance and zero emissions.
- Solaris dominates the European hydrogen bus market with a 44.5% market share, indicating the increasing demand.
- Hydrogen's role in sustainable urban mobility is growing, with more cities in Germany embracing zero-emission transport.
Solaris, Europe's top hydrogen bus manufacturer, has secured a new order from REVG Kerpen in Germany for 26 hydrogen buses. The Urbino 12 buses feature 70 kW hydrogen fuel cells and High Power batteries for peak performance and zero emissions. Solaris's dominance in the European market is illustrated by a 44.5% share in 2023. German cities like Cologne, Wuppertal, and Frankfurt already operate Solaris hydrogen buses, with plans to expand to Krefeld, Hamburg, and Duisburg. This partnership with REVG Kerpen demonstrates the increasing importance of hydrogen in sustainable urban mobility in Europe, reflecting the rising demand for zero-emission transportation.