Norwegian bus operator Vy Buss has placed an order for three Solaris Urbino 9 LE electric buses, marking the model’s debut in Norway. The electric midibuses will enter service in Slemmestad, a suburb of Oslo, in July 2025, Polish manufacturer Solaris said in a statement.
The Urbino 9 LE electric, a nine-meter-long bus introduced in 2021, is the shortest electric model in Solaris’ lineup. The vehicle features a central electric motor with a peak output of 220 kW and is powered by batteries with a capacity of up to 350 kWh.
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Charging is typically done via a plug, while a pantograph option is also available. However, Vy Buss has not disclosed the chosen charging configuration.
The buses ordered by Vy Buss will be equipped with a ‘Scandinavian package,’ which includes additional thermal insulation, a snow chain drawer, and anti-elk lights designed to prevent collisions with wildlife.
“Norway has had success for many years with the diesel version of Solaris Urbino 8.9 LE, a perfect bus for countryside travel and smaller towns. Now, we aim for the new 9 LE electric to be just as successful and are proud to introduce this bus to the Norwegian market together with Vy,” said Sverre Skaar, CEO of Solaris Norge AS.
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The Urbino 9 LE electric has already been deployed in several European markets, including Poland, Germany, the Czech Republic, Spain, Austria, Romania, Switzerland, and Italy. Vy Buss’ order represents the first purchase of the model in Norway.