De Lijn Orders 100 Electric Articulated Buses from IVECO

Flemish operator De Lijn has confirmed an order for 100 new articulated electric buses from IVECO BUS. It's the latest call-off under a framework deal signed in 2023, which already covers 141 E-WAY 18-metre buses currently in delivery. The new batch is set to start arriving in the final quarter of 2026.

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Ann Schoubs, Director-General at De Lijn, said:

“De Lijn aims at attractive and fully emission-free public transport in the whole of Flanders by 2035.

“Articulated buses represent a significant part of our entire fleet. This order is therefore very important to us. As with all our future e-buses, they will be fitted with USB charging points, an electric ramp for less mobile passengers, improved ventilation and heating, and extra-wide screens with real-time stop information.”

Giorgio Zino, Head of Commercial Operations at IVECO BUS Europe, said:

“We are extremely proud of the renewed trust from De Lijn, which represents a major recognition for our brand. We warmly thank them for their support of our E-WAY 18-metre model.

“With this order, IVECO BUS will have its largest fleet of articulated electric buses in Belgium. It is an honour to support De Lijn in their mission to make transportation even more attractive and emission-free.”

100% electric, the E-WAY buses perfectly align with De Lijn's objectives to offer safe, reliable, and emission-free public transport by 2035.

These vehicles are equipped with ADAS (Advanced Driver Assistance Systems) safety features, such as blind spot detection, intelligent speed adaptation, front collision warning system, driver drowsiness detection, and tire pressure sensors.

Additionally, they are equipped with a rearview camera system, video surveillance, and information screens, ensuring secure journeys for drivers and passengers, with 41 seats available on board.