Tata Motors has announced it will deliver a further 148 electric buses to Bengaluru Metropolitan Transport Corporation (BMTC), building on an initial order of 921 vehicles.
The 12-year long supply, operation and maintenance of the set of Tata Starbus EV 12-metre low-floor electric buses will be handled by Tata Motors’ subsidiary, TML Smart City Mobility Solutions Ltd.
Mr. Asim Kumar Mukhopadhyay, CEO and MD, TML Smart City Mobility Solutions Limited, stated:We are honoured by BMTC’s continued trust in our e-mobility solutions. This additional order of 148 buses is a testament to the proven success of our Starbus EVs and the operational excellence delivered in Bengaluru’s urban environment. We remain committed to delivering innovative solutions that benefit both the community and the environment.
The Tata Starbus EV comes equipped with advanced battery systems and a slew of state-of-the-art sustainability features.
Shri Ramachandran R., IAS, MD, BMTC, said:We are happy to further strengthen our partnership with Tata Motors with these additional 148 electric buses for our fleet modernisation. The performance of the existing Tata electric buses has been exceptional, aligning perfectly with our commitment to sustainable and efficient public transportation. The larger e-bus fleet will significantly enhance our capacity to provide eco-friendly, comfortable and reliable services to the citizens of Bengaluru.
