Dunkirk and Grand Annecy Agglomeration Invest in Heuliez Hydrogen Buses from Iveco
Key Ideas
- The Urban Community of Dunkirk and Grand Annecy Agglomeration have ordered a total of 13 new Heuliez hydrogen buses from Iveco to complement their electric bus fleets.
- The hydrogen buses feature a 100kW Hyundai fuel cell and a 69kWh FPT Industrial battery pack, offering improved efficiency with hydrogen consumption 15 to 20% lower than other models.
- Iveco Bus emphasizes the longevity and capacity of the key components in their H2 solution, ensuring thermal comfort and accommodating up to 110 passengers.
- Deliveries of the new H2 city buses are scheduled to take place between 2025 and 2026, supporting the transition to zero emissions in public transportation.
The Urban Community of Dunkirk and Grand Annecy Agglomeration in France have placed orders for new Heuliez hydrogen buses from Iveco. Dunkirk will be receiving 10 buses while Grand Annecy will acquire three, to complement their existing electric bus fleets. The deliveries of these hydrogen buses are expected to occur between 2025 and 2026. Giorgio Zino, Head of Iveco Bus Europe Commercial Operations, expressed pride in the renewal of trust from these communities in adopting their hydrogen buses. The buses feature a 100kW Hyundai fuel cell and a 69kWh FPT Industrial battery pack, providing greater efficiency with hydrogen consumption being 15 to 20% lower compared to other models. Iveco Bus highlights the optimized thermal comfort and long lifespan of key components like the battery and fuel cell, as well as a capacity of up to 110 passengers. This investment reflects the commitment to sustainable public transportation and marks a step towards achieving zero emissions in urban areas.