Athens and Thessaloniki have recently added 250 new electric buses to their urban transport networks. According to a statement from the Ministry of Infrastructure and Transport, this deployment signifies a crucial step in modernizing the city’s public transportation and enhancing accessibility for residents with mobility challenges, ANA reports.
The ministry also announced plans to expand the fleet further:
In the upcoming weeks, a new tender will be launched to procure 700 electric buses equipped for both slow and fast charging, as well as trolleys for Athens.
Furthermore, Athens and Thessaloniki will implement 300 and 164 rented buses, respectively.
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