Vietnamese public transport operator Lien Ninh has begun deploying an all-electric bus fleet in Hanoi, confirming that all 111 vehicles across its nine routes will be converted to battery-powered models this month in line with the capital’s long-term clean transport strategy.
The first batch of electric buses entered operation on Thursday, marking the start of a full fleet transition from conventional vehicles to zero-emission models. Hanoi has set a target to shift all bus services to electric and green energy-powered vehicles by 2030 as part of broader efforts to reduce urban pollution.
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Lien Ninh is sourcing all 111 buses from domestic electric vehicle manufacturer VinFast. The order includes 13 units of the small EB 6 model, 72 medium-sized EB 8 buses and 26 large EB 10 vehicles. To support continuous operations, the operator has also installed 40 charging points across parking areas and terminal facilities.
The EB 6 model can carry up to 29 passengers and has a driving range of up to 340 kilometres on one charge. The EB 8 provides seating for 24 passengers with additional standing capacity, transporting up to 60 people with a range exceeding 290 kilometres per charge. VinFast has not yet released detailed technical specifications for the larger EB 10 variant.
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According to VinFast, all three electric bus models feature low-floor designs to improve accessibility for passengers with reduced mobility, older people and children. Standard equipment includes onboard Wi-Fi, automated stop announcements, digital information displays, security camera systems and advanced driver-assistance features such as collision warnings and lane monitoring.
“Switching to electric buses is a strategic decision of Lien Ninh in the journey to accompany Hanoi in building a clean and green public transport system,” said Lien Ninh Director Doan Van Phan. “This is not only about upgrading the fleet, but also an opportunity to establish a new transport standard, cleaner, safer and more stable.”