In January, Suzhou Higer organized a delivery ceremony
for 160 high-end pure electric buses exported
to Pakistan. It
marked a significant breakthrough as the country welcomed its first substantial
fleet of pure electric buses.
In a recent development, Islamabad has
augmented its electric bus fleet by adding eight more vehicles, bringing the
total to 30 out of the projected 160. As per the latest reports, an additional
22 electric buses will be integrated by Thursday, further advancing this
eco-friendly initiative.
With a total order value exceeding RMB 150 million, this
initiative represents a paramount stride towards adopting eco-friendly and
sustainable public transportation in Pakistan. Additionally, a dedicated
charging station has been established at the Jinnah Convention Center to support the new
buses, ensuring efficient and reliable operation of the electric buses.
Islamabad Electric Buses Stops & Routes
The initial deployment of 30 buses will serve two principal routes:
- NUST Orange Line Depot (G-11) to PIMS Hospital:
- Stops: G-11 Markaz, G-10 Markaz, G-9 Markaz, G-8 Markaz, and PIMS Hospital
- Frequency: Every 10 minutes
- PIMS Hospital to Bari Imam:
- Stops: G-7, G-6, Melody, Abpara, Ataturk Road, Serena Hotel, Foreign Office, Radio Pakistan, and Diplomatic Enclave
- Frequency: Every 10 minutes
Timings
If we talk about the timings, the electric fleet will operate
daily from 6 AM to 10 PM. It will provide a dependable and environmentally
friendly transportation option for Islamabad’s residents.
Sources claim that the
newly exported batch of pure electric buses offers many advantages. It includes
zero emissions, low operating costs, and minimal noise pollution. Moreover, the
buses boast an outstanding cruising range exceeding 250 kilometers and
integrate cutting-edge cathodic electrophoresis technology. This technology
ensures an anti-corrosion period of more than ten years.
Under the leadership of
the Chairman of the Capital Development Authority (CDA), a subsidy program
is also being developed to improve service accessibility. This green initiative
will be quite helpful for deserving individuals, including disabled persons,
students, and other eligible groups, providing inclusive transportation for all
residents.