JBM Electric Vehicles (P) Ltd., the leading Indian Electric Bus manufacturer and EV ecosystem player in India today announced signing a strategic agreement with LeafyBus for supplying 200 ultra-modern Electric Luxury Buses. This collaboration marks yet another step by the company towards fostering innovation in green public mobility and decarbonisation aligned with the company's ESG and SDG goals.
Under the terms of the agreement, JBM Electric Vehicles Pvt Ltd will deliver 200 electric intercity buses equipped with advanced technology and features designed to provide a comfortable, safe, and ecofriendly travel experience for passengers. These buses are set to operate across various routes, enhancing the connectivity between cities while significantly reducing the carbon footprint of intercity travel. This momentous partnership between the two companies marks a pivotal step forward in revolutionizing intercity transportation by combining technology, luxury, safety and convenience.
Key Highlights:
Project Scope: Delivering 200 electric buses comprising of 150 high-end electric luxury intercity coaches and 50 e-buses tailored for staff and tourist applications.
Enhanced Passenger Experience: These zero emission electric buses will offer passengers unparalleled standards of luxury, safety and comfort with plush interiors and premium amenities to offer a luxurious travel experience.
Sustainability Commitment: Aligned seamlessly with JBM's mission towards decarbonisation, reducing carbon footprint and promoting sustainable mobility solutions.
Green Impact: Fosters clean public transport with an estimated CO2 emission savings of approximately 4 lac tons and diesel savings of 140 Mn litres over the lifetime of buses
Technology Driven: These buses will feature latest battery technology for extended range, fastcharging capabilities and intelligent fleet management systems to optimize routes and energy consumption.
Opera?onal Timeline: Deliveries to be completed within next 24 months
Commenting on the occasion, Mr. Nishant Arya, Vice Chairman, JBM Group said, "This association is a testament to JBM's commitment to fostering sustainable development and zero emission technologies. Our electric buses are designed to offer not only superior performance, safety and reliability but also a cleaner, greener alternative for intercity travel. This agreement aligns perfectly with our vision to lead the transition to electric mobility in India."
"We have undertaken rigorous trials of our buses across multiple geographies across the globe. These test drives have highlighted the adaptability of JBM e-buses to varying road conditions, climates and operational patterns. The success of these test trials has established JBM Electric buses as a viable solution for public transportation worldwide", Mr. Arya further added.
Mr. Rohan, Founder, LeafyBus expressed his enthusiasm for this landmark agreement, "Our collaboration with JBM represents a critical step toward transforming India's transportation landscape. With 200 new electric buses joining our fleet, we are confident that LeafyBus will lead the charge towards a sustainable and luxurious travel experience. We are dedicated to providing eco-conscious travellers with a premium alternative that reduces carbon emissions and embraces clean energy solutions."
JBM electric buses introduced in 2018, have disrupted the green public transportation space across the world. These electric buses have set highest standards for passenger comfort, safety, affordability and innovation and are a testament to JBM's unwavering commitment to excellence. Under the company's 1 bn e-kms promise, JBM electric buses have already clocked 150 million e-kms, having served 1 bn bus commuters across the world.
This collaboration between JBM Electric Vehicles Pvt Ltd and Leafy Bus is a testament to the growing momentum in the adoption of electric vehicles in India. Both companies are dedicated to driving the future of sustainable transportation and are excited to bring cleaner and more efficient travel options to the public. |
