"The larger share of the order consists of 200 Scania intercity buses equipped with CNG fuel systems designed for extended range, allocated to services within the Paris region."
"France currently operates more than 7,700 biomethane buses and around 3,500 electric buses, with market data indicating that France and Italy account for approximately 80 percent of CNG bus demand in Europe."
"The regional authority manages a fleet of approximately 10,500 buses and has established a transition framework targeting 70% biomethane and 30% electric vehicles by 2029."
"A second contract includes 150 MAN intercity buses, also equipped with CNG systems, which will operate on regional and national routes across France."
Hexagon Agility will provide compressed natural gas fuel systems for 350 intercity buses ordered by TRATON Group brands Scania and MAN. The order includes 200 Scania and 150 MAN buses, set for deployment between 2026 and 2027. These buses will operate on biomethane, contributing to France's fleet renewal programs. France leads in CNG bus demand in Europe, with significant registrations in the Île-de-France region, aiming for a transition to 70% biomethane and 30% electric vehicles by 2029.
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