IVECO BUS has successfully completed delivery of the first batch of 25 GX 437 ELEC LINIUM vehicles for the Saint-Nazaire Agglomeration in France’s major electric mobility project, HélYce+.
The project also includes the delivery of an electrified depot equipped with transformers, chargers and 40 charging domes, as well as a set of five terminal stations – supplied by ABB and installed by Dalkia Electrotechnics.
The Saint-Nazaire Agglomeration selected a joint technical offer from IVECO BUS together with its two technical partners, ABB E-mobility and Dalkia Electrotechnics, for the full delivery of HélYce+.
As of 24 January; all 25 buses have entered operation on electric BRT lines, with a further 15 vehicles set to be delivered between 2027 and 2030, bringing the local fleet to a total of 40 articulated buses.
An inauguration ceremony was attended by David Samzun, President of the Saint-Nazaire Agglomeration; Christophe Cotta, Vice-President in charge of Mobility for the Saint-Nazaire Agglomeration and Chairman of Stran; several local elected representatives; and Sylvain Rochat, Managing Director of Stran.
David Samzun, Mayor of Saint-Nazaire and President of Saint-Nazaire Agglomeration, said:Ycéo and Hélyce are more than just a transport network; they represent a new way of designing public space in Saint-Nazaire and across the agglomeration, with more dedicated bus lanes, more cycle lanes, wider pavements and spaces redesigned for pedestrians.
This means concretely building a more united, inclusive and peaceful city. Complemented by 100% electric buses for better air quality and reduced noise, this more accessible network strengthens our region’s resilience to climate change, for the benefit of the health of our fellow citizens, passengers and residents.
The partners’ technical offer also includes the provision of one year of maintenance services.
