EKA Mobility, along with its equity partners Mitsui Co and VDL Groep, has partnered with GreenCell Mobility to supply 1000 intercity electric buses.
Under this agreement, EKA Mobility will supply GreenCell Mobility with 1000 intercity electric buses in 12-meter and 13.5-meter category, in the next few years, the company said in a statement.
“EKA Mobility and GreenCell Mobility are committed to working closely together to drive positive change in the global automobile sector by producing industry leading electric buses to transform public transportation,” it said.
“Our collaboration with GreenCell Mobility is strategically positioned to usher in a cleaner, more sustainable future through electric mass transportation. Public transportation, especially the intercity bus transportation is the primary mode of transport for more than 50 per cent of Indians. Electrification of public transportation will pave the way for cleaner air, quieter streets, more efficient, convenient, safer, and cost-effective travel for all,” Dr. Sudhir Mehta, Founder & Chairman, EKA Mobility, said.
Commenting on the development, Devndra Chawla, MD & CEO of GreenCell Mobility, commented, “This partnership not only strengthens our position in the market but also significantly aligns with our long-term vision for sustainable mobility. Our combined efforts are poised to transform public transportation, offering a cleaner, more efficient, and environmentally friendly solution.”
EKA Mobility shall be responsible for supply, sales, and service of these buses, along with delivering quality certification reports to ensure the highest standards in this collaborative endeavour.
The associated figures illustrate the potential benefits, estimating annual fuel cost savings of Rs 70 crore and the avoidance of 120 lakh gallons of diesel, which is equivalent to growing 15 lakh trees. Furthermore, an estimated 6 lakh individuals will benefit every day from an improved and sustainable public transit infrastructure.
“Overall, this initiative is expected to result in a projected saving of 32400 tonne of CO2 emissions, greatly contributing to the reduction of tailpipe emissions and building a cleaner, more sustainable future,” the company added.
