Volvo Sells Electric Bus System to Belgium
Volvo has received an order for 11 electric hybrid buses and 2 electric bus chargers to the city of Namur in Belgium.
Here’s the bigger picture: Many cities are introducing electric bus systems as a means to solve the problems of poor air quality and noise.
TEC, the public transport authority and operator, buys the bus system as a turn-key solution. This means that Volvo takes full responsibility for vehicle servicing, battery maintenance as well as maintenance of the standard-based charging stations for a fixed monthly cost. Traffic start is planned towards the end of 2016.
“Electric bus systems is a cost-efficient solutions for cities to reduce the problems of poor air quality and noise. Together with ABB, Volvo has a complete and competitive offer for cities around the world that want to switch to a sustainable public transport system,” said Håkan Agnevall, President Volvo Buses.
“Every year the TEC Group transport more than 250 million passengers. Our social responsibility lies in developing transport solutions that are sustainable. This is done especially by improving the energy performance of our vehicle fleet. The Volvo 7900 Electric Hybrid meets our ambition. Thanks to its silent operation the quality of life for the citizens of Namur will be improved”, said Vincent Peremans, CEO TEC Group.
Volvo’s 7900 Electric Hybrid operate quietly and free of emissions on renewable electricity for approximately seven kilometers. The batteries are fast-charged in just a few minutes at the end stops and also by the energy generated whenever the vehicle brakes. As a complement, the buses also have a small diesel engine, which increases reach and flexibility.
Compared with conventional buses, the electric hybrids provide considerable environmental gains. The total energy consumption is 60 1) percent lower.
Category: Buses, Electric Vehicles
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