Solaris Bus & Coach has delivered the first hydrogen buses to Bologna and Ferrara as part of a large-scale order from Italian public transport operator TPER, marking the initial phase of a 137-unit contract signed at the end of 2023.
TPER, the primary transport provider in the Emilia-Romagna region, has received 37 of the 137 ordered Urbino 12 hydrogen buses. The vehicles will be deployed as part of hydrogen bus projects in Bologna and Ferrara, supporting local efforts to reduce emissions in public transportation.
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“We are honored to contribute to such an ambitious project,” said Javier Iriarte, CEO of Solaris Bus & Coach, during the official presentation in Bologna. “The delivery of the first hydrogen buses to Bologna represents a significant milestone in the advancement of sustainable public transport. The Urbino 12 hydrogen buses will help improve air quality, enhancing the well-being of residents in the city and the region.”
The Solaris Urbino 12 hydrogen model is a zero-emission vehicle that generates electricity through a hydrogen fuel cell, emitting only water vapor. The system features a 70 kW fuel cell and five roof-mounted hydrogen tanks with a total capacity of 37.5 kg.
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The buses supplied to TPER have a fully low-floor design and include air conditioning, a monitoring system, and accessibility features for wheelchairs and strollers. The Bologna fleet will consist of 70 three-door Urbino 12 buses for urban routes, while 67 two-door models will serve both city and suburban lines.
