Five new zero-emissions buses will soon be operating in Cairns according to Kinetic
Cairns streets will soon see new battery electric buses (BEB) operating Translink services across the city, with each BEB expected to save as much as 1,000 tonnes of greenhouse gases over their lifespan and reduce noise pollution.
Their arrival in north Queensland builds on the Queensland government’s commitment that every new bus in South East Queensland will be zero-emissions from 2025, with regional implementation to begin between 2025 and 2030.
Cairns MP Michael Healy inspected the new BEBs as they underwent commissioning prior to entering passenger services in September.
Kinetic Co-CEO Michael Sewards says each battery electric bus has an immediate impact on emissions reduction.
“Every electric bus we put on the road replaces a diesel one and that has an immediate benefit to the environment, community and passengers,” he says.
“With its abundant natural beauty, Cairns is the perfect location to introduce more efficient and environmentally friendly modes of travel.”
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Sewards says these five battery electric buses are among 20 fully electric vehicles that Kinetic is rolling out across Queensland.
He says Kinetic is proud to be supporting Translink and the Queensland government in achieving its zero-emission targets.
“It is important transport infrastructure and technology meets the needs of passengers today and into the future and we are delighted to be in the front seat leading this charge,” Sewards says.
“We know our passengers love travelling on electric vehicles and we look forward to welcoming the people of Cairns on-board.”