The Qatari authorities have awarded ABB a contract to design, supply, test and commission a high-power charging infrastructure, which is known as one of the largest electric bus fleets in the world. According to the contract, ABB will provide high-power charging infrastructure for the fleet, which is expected to operate 1,000 electric buses across the country, which can transport 50,000 passengers per day.

According to a statement from ABB, the move is in line with Qatar's goal that by 2022, 25% of its public bus network will be powered by electricity, and it will increase to 100% by 2030. As part of this plan, the country will create one of the world's largest electronic bus networks in a single installation. In cooperation with Mannet Trading Company, Qatar Public Works Authority Ashgar and fleet operator Mowazalat-ABB will design and deploy heavy-duty vehicle charging equipment at multiple locations in Qatar, including 4 bus stations and 8 public Bus station and 12 subway stations. The statement explained that the scope of the project also includes a three-year service level agreement.

Frank Muehlon, President of ABB, commented: "As part of ABB's 2030 sustainability strategy, we are focused on helping fleets unleash the potential of electronic mobility through the most advanced smart charging solutions. As the world moves towards green public transport As the fleet moves forward, our solutions are in a leading position, helping cities and regions around the world discover the value of electrification, and how it can help all of us transition to cleaner, more environmentally friendly transportation solutions.

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The statement said that for the project, ABB will provide more than 125 megawatts of charging capacity, 1,300 connectors for destination charging and 89 opportunistic chargers, four of which will be mobile. Editor/XuNing