Irizar e-mobility has been contracted to supply new electric buses for the Bibus network in Brest Métropole, Brittany.
The Bibus network in Brest Métropole is operated by RATP Dev, who will commence service with the new Irizar electric buses in mid-July 2025.
The ordered Irizar ie buses are 12 metres long and have been designed to provide quiet and accessible services. Each unit will have three doors, an electric ramp, 24 seats and two spaces for wheelchairs.
In addition, the vehicles will be equipped with the latest generation of 470 kWh Irizar batteries.
This order follows a recent contract for Irizar to supply electric buses in Basque Country, further expanding the manufacturer’s presence in France.
Iñigo Etxeberria, General Director of Irizar e-mobility said:After the recent order from the Communauté d'agglomération du Pays Basque, we’re delighted to announce this new contract with RATP Dev for Brest Métropole. France is an important country for us. More than 200 Irizar electric buses are on the road in several French cities. At Irizar e-mobility we’re committed to giving our full support to Brest Métropole. We’re looking forward to being by their side during their transformation to greener zero-emissions cities.
