Austrian bus operator Ledermair has opened what it says is the largest electric bus depot in the state of Tyrol, adding high-capacity charging infrastructure to support the expansion of its battery-electric fleet.
Located in Thaur near Innsbruck, the depot features 28 charging points with a combined charging capacity of 2.4 megawatts (MW). The installation was developed in partnership with charging technology provider Kempower and energy company vlotte vkw.
Charging System Designed for Fleet Growth
The charging network is powered by four Kempower Power Units and managed through the company’s ChargEye software, which schedules charging sessions based on vehicle operations.
According to the project partners, the system also enables buses to be preconditioned before entering service, helping reduce operating costs while optimizing electricity use and minimizing impacts on the power grid.
The charging infrastructure has been designed with future expansion in mind. The Power Units can be upgraded to deliver up to 600 kilowatts (kW) of charging capacity, while the depot can be expanded from 28 to 32 charging points.
The companies said the installation required customized engineering because of space constraints and the complexity of the electrical infrastructure.
Supporting Fleet Electrification
The depot forms part of Ledermair’s broader strategy to transition its public transport fleet to zero-emission vehicles.
In 2025, the company announced plans to purchase 27 MAN Lion’s City E battery-electric buses for operation on regional routes around Innsbruck.
Alexander Ledermair said the new charging infrastructure provides the flexibility needed to support continued fleet electrification.
“The technology has proven itself in the market and provides us with precisely the adaptability we need here on site.”
The new depot is expected to provide the charging capacity required for the company’s existing electric buses while supporting future fleet expansion as demand for zero-emission public transport continues to grow in the Tyrol region.
