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Cision Canada
3 days ago
- Automotive
- Cision Canada
Nova Bus to supply first 120 LFSe+ electric buses to Calgary Transit Français
MONTREAL, Aug. 11, 2025 /CNW/ - Nova Bus, a Canadian leader in electric bus manufacturing and part of the Volvo Group, is proud to announce that it has recently been awarded a contract to produce the first 120 LFSe+ fully electric city buses for Calgary Transit. Production of these buses is scheduled to begin in 2027 at Nova Bus's 100% Canadian factories. "We are very honored and proud of our +15-years partnership with Calgary Transit which continues with these 100% electric Nova Bus buses. These will complement the current Nova Bus fleet of CNG and Diesel buses that are providing daily transit services for the people of this great Canadian city. This is a remarkable achievement that demonstrates our shared commitment to innovation and sustainability for the well-being of the community," said Paul Le Houillier, President of Nova Bus. The awarding of this contract to Nova Bus is part of Calgary Transit's commitment to improving its service and to achieve its goal of decarbonating its transit system. This investment, supported by the federal government, will increase the size of its bus fleet while diversifying its propulsion modes in public transit and reducing long-term costs. LFSe+ city buses power the future of sustainable public transportation. The LFSe+ city bus offers a 100% electric public transportation experience. This reliable and sustainable transportation solution meets stringent operational requirements for many major cities across North America including in Vancouver, Banff, Saskatoon, Regina, Toronto, Ottawa, Quebec city and Halifax as well as New York, Houston, San Francisco and Milwaukee. Equipped with two charging options, LFSe+ buses can use overhead charging via a pantograph as well as a plug-in system using two sockets located on each side of the bus, ensuring full adaptability to existing charging infrastructure and facilitating efficient route planning. Nova Bus, a member of the Volvo Group, is a leading provider of sustainable transportation solutions in North America. Nova Bus supports transit agencies and bus fleet operators in their transition to electric mobility with the LFSe+, its 100% electric, long-range bus model that combines Nova Bus's proven structure with the latest innovations in electric propulsion. Nova Bus is committed to supporting the reduction of greenhouse gas emissions and contributing positively to a greener economy. For more information on Nova Bus products and services, please visit
Edmonton Journal
5 days ago
- Automotive
- Edmonton Journal
City of Calgary announces procurement of 120 electric transit buses
More than 100 emission-free buses will be rolling along Calgary's streets in the next three years. Article content Calgary Transit is purchasing 120 new electric buses, the city announced Friday, thanks to funding support from a previous federal government grant. Article content Article content The procurement of Canadian-made Nova LFSe+ electric buses from longtime supplier Nova Bus will replace some aging diesel-fuelled vehicles and strengthen service reliability, the city said in a news release. Article content Article content The e-buses are already being used in Banff, Toronto and Ottawa, and have 'proven performance in Canadian climates,' the city said. Article content Article content 'Thanks to federal support, the investment will increase fleet size while diversifying fuel sources and reducing long-term costs,' the release stated. Article content Under the previous Justin Trudeau government, federal ministers announced a $325-million grant for the City of Calgary in June 2023 to aid in the purchase of 259 electric buses. Article content In line with federal targets, the city is aiming to decarbonize its transit system by 2050. Calgary Transit is in the midst of an almost half-billion-dollar fleet transition. Article content The funding breakdown for that transition is $100 million from the city, $123 million from the Canada Infrastructure Bank and $220 million from the Zero Emission Transit Fund. The federal funding includes both bus costs and infrastructure and facility upgrades. Article content Article content The electric bus program is only one part of our multi-faceted fleet plan that will continue to look at different opportunities to incorporate other fuels in our fleet as well,' Calgary Transit director Sharon Fleming said in an interview Friday. Article content Article content Deliveries will begin in 2027 and all 120 buses are slated to be in use by the end of 2028. Article content Once in service, the 120 e-buses would account for approximately 10 per cent of the city's bus and shuttle fleet, according to Fleming. Article content 'It will also give us an opportunity to try electric buses,' she said. 'If we're to one day go to hydrogen buses, a lot of the platform that we use to run the electric buses is actually replicated in the hydrogen fuel cell buses, so it gives us some learnings we could use in the future.'
CTV News
6 days ago
- Automotive
- CTV News
Calgary Transit announces purchase of 120 new electric buses
Calgary Transit has announced plans to expand its fleet with the purchase of 120 new electric buses. The move will facilitate the replacement of multiple aging diesel vehicles. Officials say thanks to federal support, they were able to purchase 30–40 more buses than would have been possible with diesel or compressed natural gas (CNG) options. 'This investment means more reliable service, lower operating costs over time and cleaner air in our communities,' said Sharon Fleming, director of Calgary Transit, in a Friday news release. The buses are being purchased by Nova Bus, part of the Volvo Group, and are Nova LFSe+ electric buses. Calgary Transit says the new buses will look similar to Calgary's current Nova Bus CNG models. They will be used primarily on shorter routes and during peak times to enhance service and reduce emissions in high-density areas. All 120 buses are expected to be in service by the end of 2028.
Yahoo
24-05-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Micro Bird deal given statewide recognition
PLATTSBURGH — The Micro Bird deal is getting statewide honors. The attraction of Micro Bird, the electric bus manufacturer set to replace Nova Bus at its Banker Road facility in the Town of Plattsburgh later this year, to Plattsburgh was recently recognized as the 'Economic Development Project of the Year' by the New York State Economic Development Council. The award was presented at the annual meeting of the Council in Cooperstown. It was accepted by Abby Praetorius, vice president for Economic Development at the North Country Chamber of Commerce; Steve Hunt, Regional Director of Empire State Development; Molly Ryan, Executive Director of the Clinton County I.D.A.; and Danielle King, President/CEO of TDC. 'The Micro Bird deal was the result of a great team effort and it is great that the team was able to be recognized together,' Garry Douglas, Chamber President, said. Douglas said other team members deserving thanks include 'Gov. Kathy Hochul, Senator Charles Schumer, Assemblyman Billy Jones, and the Town of Plattsburgh, as well as our new friends and partners at Micro Bird of course who we continue to work actively with as they move toward the start of production.' 'This deal stands out as it is an example of something that is so seldom achieved, that being the attraction of a similar company to replace one which is leaving,' he continued. 'Every team member made an indispensable contribution to the outcome and we thank the NYSEDC for its recognition of the shared success. Onward and upward!' In June 2023, Nova Bus announced it would be leaving the Banker Road facility within the following two years. In November 2024, Micro Bird announced it would be acquiring the Nova Bus facility and providing employees with the opportunity to transition to similar employment positions at Micro Bird. Michael S. Cashman, Plattsburgh Town Supervisor, said he's proud the town is part of the team that brought Micro Bird to the community. 'We extend our sincere thanks to the North Country Chamber of Commerce for its steadfast leadership and vision, and to all our regional and state partners who played vital roles. This recognition is a testament to what we can accomplish together when we put collaboration first,' Cashman said. 'At the end of the day, the real award is a new business choosing Plattsburgh and a dedicated workforce continuing to build high-quality products right here in our hometown. We look forward to supporting Micro Bird's bright future here.'
CBC
20-05-2025
- Automotive
- CBC
Halifax launches 60 new electric buses into transit fleet
Halifax has officially launched its 60 new electric transit buses into service, a move the city says will save thousands of tonnes of carbon emissions each year. On Tuesday, politicians, transit workers and municipal staff gathered at the Ragged Lake Transit Centre to mark the end of the first phase of the Halifax Regional Municipality's zero-emission bus project. The $112-million project, supported by all three levels of government, saw Halifax bring in 60 battery-powered electric vehicles from Nova Bus to replace diesel models. The Ragged Lake depot was expanded to handle the buses and new charging stations, and solar panels were added to the facility's roof. "It's incredibly exciting. We've been working towards this for a long time and to finally be able to cut the ribbon on this new facility, I think it's a big milestone for Halifax Transit," Anthony Edmonds, project manager of fleet electrification for Halifax Transit, told reporters. "I think it's a sign of more things to come and the start of a really bright, green future." The project was first announced in 2021, with the first electric bus arriving in December 2023 for training and road testing. The remaining buses have arrived over the past year, with three entering service this past December. Some electric vehicles can struggle in winter weather, but Edmonds said Halifax's models have diesel auxiliary heaters that allow them to burn a small amount of fuel on very cold days to increase their range between charges. "Of course, part of the extensive testing that we've done has been to see what the performance is like in the winter and to make sure that they meet our needs, even on the harshest days when there is a foot of snow on the ground, and when it's –20 and blowing. So we should be all right," Edmonds said. The buses have a regenerative braking system — hitting the brake pedal charges the battery powering the motor. The municipality said it expects the new buses to save about 2,800 tonnes of carbon emissions this year in comparison to diesel models. Edmonds said it means saving "thousands and thousands" of litres of expensive diesel fuel every week. The buses have the same capacity as the current diesel models so passengers might not notice when they board an electric bus, Edmonds said. But the electric ones are much quieter, and there won't be a cloud of diesel fumes when they pull away from a stop, he added. To make sure people with vision loss know when an electric bus is getting close, each will have an alerting system that sends "unobtrusive warning sounds" when the bus is going slowly, according to Halifax's website. Edmonds said the buses will be deployed throughout the network because most of Halifax's routes are conducive to electrification. Transit staff will rotate the vehicles between routes to track how they perform in different areas and with challenges like hills. The total price tag had $45 million coming from the federal government, $37 million from the province and $30 million from Halifax. Halifax Mayor Andy Fillmore said he was "very proud" that the municipality is the first in Atlantic Canada to see a large number of electric buses enter service. Halifax plans to eventually have about 200 zero-emission buses. The municipality said upgrading the Burnside Transit Centre to a net-zero facility to house those vehicles is Phase 2 of the plan, which is expected to be completed by 2028. Many of the rest of the buses will be electric, but Fillmore said Halifax is also exploring hydrogen fuel cells to find out what the best mix of technologies should be. A report coming to Halifax's audit and finance committee Wednesday shows that Halifax plans to convert four diesel buses to a dual-fuel (hydrogen/diesel) system this September for a pilot project aimed to finish in December 2026. The provincial government is providing $367,500 from its Clean Fuels Fund for the hydrogen pilot, with HRM paying about $122,500.
