The Hawai‘i Department of Transportation has announced the addition of three new electric transit trams to its Wiki Wiki Shuttle service at Daniel K. Inouye International Airport (HNL).
From 15 February, the new trams will operate along the route used by existing Wiki Wiki trams, carrying passengers between gates C and G, as well as Terminals 1 and 2.
Travellers will be able to board the trams with carry-on baggage on the third level, with the units set to operate daily between 10:00 and 18:00.
All three Moto Electric trams with trailers (MotoEV Electro Transit Buddy) were acquired through the state’s Electric Vehicle as a Service (EVaaS) contract with Sustainability Partners, which enables HDOT and other interested state and county agencies to procure both electric vehicles and charging infrastructure.
Each tram has been valued at 255,000 USD, with all maintenance and servicing set to be supported by Sustainability Partners under the EVaaS. The units, which have been assembled in the United States, can accommodate roughly 40 passengers, as well as one wheelchair passenger.
The fleet possesses a number of technology-ready monitoring capabilities, including cameras and GPS which aim to support both fleet visibility and safety.
Hawai‘i Department of Transportation Director Ed Sniffen, said:The Wiki Wiki Shuttle is a vital part of daily operations, connecting passengers comfortably between terminals and concourses.
Adding these low-cost electric trams improves the airport experience, removing the noise and odor of our old transports and increasing energy efficiency.
