(TSX: NFI, OTC: NFYEF, TSX: NFI.DB) NFI Group Inc.
(NFI) a leading independent bus and coach manufacturer and a leader
in zero-emission electric mass mobility solutions, subsidiary
Alexander Dennis Limited (Alexander Dennis), today announced that
Go-Ahead Group subsidiary Go-Ahead London has ordered 32
Enviro100EV small electric buses in the second deal with an
operator in the capital for the manufacturer’s next-generation
electric buses.
The buses will be used on Transport for London
(TfL) services that navigate narrow streets and housing estates,
where the Enviro100EV’s compact dimensions of 8.5m length and 2.35m
width allow for great maneuverability while also offering room for
up to 41 passengers, 21 of them seated.
Go-Ahead London will operate the buses from its
Orpington Garage on local routes R1, R3, R4, and R8 as well as
route 233 between Eltham and Swanley. All are powered by the
medium-duty version of the Voith Electrical Drive System and will
have 354kWh batteries, supplied by Impact Clean Power Technology
and providing up to 1.2GWh warrantable energy throughput to allow
for long operating lives without battery replacement.
“Our Enviro100EV is a great fit for the smallest
size of single deck bus operated on behalf of Transport for London,
offering a great passenger experience and features of Transport for
London’s Bus Safety Standard and combining this with a driveline
and batteries designed for longevity,” said Neil Gladstone,
National Account Manager for Alexander Dennis. “We’re delighted
that Go-Ahead London has chosen the Enviro100EV for its small bus
requirements and look forward to delivering these vehicles in early
2025.”
“These vehicles showcase high quality public
transport, and we look forward to deploying the Enviro100EV fleet
on a series of busy outer London services in 2025,” said Chris
McKeown, Go-Ahead London's Engineering Director. “As the capital's
most experienced, largest, and innovative zero-emission bus company
I have every confidence they will be well received by colleagues
and passengers alike.”
“These new buses are a welcome addition, and we
look forward to welcoming them to our fleet that already has almost
1,700 zero emission buses. Their compact design makes them ideal
for routes with narrower streets and helps passengers choose a
sustainable, accessible, and affordable mode of transport,” said
Nick Owen, TfL’s Director of Buses. “We encourage our operators to
make greener procurement decisions to help us deliver on the
Mayor’s commitment to have a 100 per cent zero emission fleet by
2030 and this move by Go-Ahead London is a positive step to achieve
it.”
NFI is a leader in zero-emission mobility, with
electric vehicles operating (or on order) in more than 150 cities
in six countries. NFI offers the widest range of zero-emission
battery and fuel cell-electric buses and coaches, and its vehicles
have completed over 195 million EV service miles.
High resolution images are available for
download from the Alexander Dennis website at
alexander-dennis.com/media/news.
About NFI
Leveraging 450 years of combined experience, NFI
is leading the electrification of mass mobility around the world.
With zero-emission buses and coaches, infrastructure, and
technology, NFI meets today’s urban demands for scalable smart
mobility solutions. Together, NFI is enabling more livable cities
through connected, clean, and sustainable transportation.
With over 8,750 team members in ten countries,
NFI is a leading global bus manufacturer of mass mobility solutions
under the brands New Flyer® (heavy-duty transit buses), MCI® (motor
coaches), Alexander Dennis Limited (single- and double-deck buses),
Plaxton (motor coaches), ARBOC® (low-floor cutaway and medium-duty
buses), and NFI Parts™. NFI currently offers the widest range of
sustainable drive systems available, including zero-emission
electric (trolley, battery, and fuel cell), natural gas, electric
hybrid, and clean diesel. In total, NFI supports its installed base
of over 100,000 buses and coaches around the world. NFI’s common
shares trade on the Toronto Stock Exchange (“TSX”) under the symbol
NFI and its convertible unsecured debentures trade on the TSX under
the symbol NFI.DB. News and information is available at
www.nfigroup.com, www.newflyer.com, www.mcicoach.com, nfi.parts,
www.alexander-dennis.com, arbocsv.com, and
carfaircomposites.com.
About Alexander Dennis
Alexander Dennis is a global leader in the
design and manufacture of double deck buses and is also the UK’s
largest bus and coach manufacturer. Alexander Dennis offers single
and double deck vehicles under the brands of Alexander Dennis and
Plaxton and has over 31,000 vehicles in service in the UK, Ireland,
Europe, Hong Kong, Singapore, New Zealand, Mexico, Canada, and the
United States. Further information is available at
www.alexander-dennis.com.
Forward-Looking Statement
This press release may contain forward-looking
statements relating to expected future events and financial and
operating results of NFI that involve risks and uncertainties.
Although the forward-looking statements contained in this press
release are based upon what management believes to be reasonable
assumptions, investors cannot be assured that actual results will
be consistent with these forward-looking statements, and the
differences may be material. Actual results may differ materially
from management expectations as projected in such forward-looking
statements for a variety of reasons, including market and general
economic conditions and economic conditions of and funding
availability for customers to purchase buses and to purchase parts
or services; customers may not exercise options to purchase
additional buses; the ability of customers to suspend or terminate
contracts for convenience; production may be delayed or production
rates may be decreased as a result of ongoing and future supply
chain disruptions and shortages of parts and components, shipping
and freight delays, and disruption to and shortage of labor supply;
and the other risks and uncertainties discussed in the materials
filed with the Canadian securities regulatory authorities and
available on SEDAR at www.sedarplus.ca.
Due to the potential impact of these factors,
NFI disclaims any intention or obligation to update or revise any
forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information,
future events or otherwise, unless required by applicable law.
For media inquiries, please contact:Debbie
McCreath, +44 1324 574479Stefan Baguette, +44 1324
678047press@alexander-dennis.com
For investor inquiries, please contact:Stephen
KingP: 204.792.1300Stephen.King@nfigroup.com
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