Abstract:

This report provides the following inputs to facilitate accelerated e-bus uptake in the private operator driven rural and intercity market: A long-term outlook on the intercity bus market and the potential market for e-buses. Market prioritisation for intercity e-bus deployment, i.e. identification of the organised market, key routes, their operational needs, and the current operators’ characteristics. Identification of the operational and financial characteristics of intercity bus operators through questionnaire-based surveys and qualitative assessments. A summary of findings from interactions between potential investors and fund recipients like bus operators/asset leasing companies to facilitate debt/equity financing for e-buses. Identification of the potential business models and their financing terms to minimise the total cost of ownership (TCO) of e-buses in intercity operations. Recommendations on technological, policy, regulatory, and financing measures to accelerate e-bus uptake.