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PRODUCT PROFILE
then responsible for the performance of
the batteries through the life of the lease,
removing operator risk.
Further, Proterra partners with
airports to apply for the Federal Aviation
Administration Airport Zero Emissions
Vehicle and Infrastructure Pilot Program,
which grants funding to airports for the
purchase of zero-emission vehicles and
infrastructure with the goal of improving
airport air quality and reducing airport
facilities' carbon footprint.
One thing an airport needs to keep in
mind when looking to adopt an electric
option for their ground transportation

needs is the supporting infrastructure
needed for electric vehicles. Williams said
that Proterra helps an airport through the
process of making sure their equipped to
handle the needs of an electric bus.
"It's important to begin the planning
process early so airports can map out
where their charging infrastructure
will be placed and how much energy is
needed for their electric bus f leet. We
recommend engaging with your local
utility as early as possible, which Proterra
can help you do," said Williams.
Proterra recently introduced its
Proterra Energy f leet solutions which

Electric Yutong Apron Bus
Air-Rail

includes a full suite of solutions to
enable the delivery and management
of an energy ecosystem for electric
vehicles. This includes Proterra charging
systems, turnkey charging infrastructure
installation from experienced engineers,
connected vehicle intelligence for smart
energy management and financing
opportunities.
"With our infrastructure team, we
really try to overcome any objections, and
hurdles and obstacles to them adopting,
and going electric," said Williams. 

PRODUCT SPOTLIGHT

Products related Ground Transportation

The electric Yutong Apron
Bus, 100 percent eco-friendly,
reducing noise, maintenance
and energy costs, improving
your efficiency, and suitable
for all-day operation.

COBUS 3000

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Tarmac Bus

Veera Vahana Udyog Pvt Ltd
Veera's Tarmac Bus is fully
air conditioned and offers
a Euro IV diesel engine
w it h f u l ly autom at ic
Allison transmission and
Axle Tech front steer drive
axle to ensure a smooth,
comfortable, safe and fast turnaround time. At 14.5m long, 3m
wide and with three wider doors on either side, it's designed in
accordance with IATA AHM 950 and offers a carrying capacity
of 110 passengers to assist quick boarding and de-boarding.

Cobus Industries LP
The COBUS 3000 Airport People Moving Bus is used at
more than 350 airports around the world to transport airline
passengers between terminals, concourses, and aircraft parked
off-gate on hardstands. Power options include diesel (only 1
US gal./hour), CNG, and now also full electric operation.
Manufactured in aluminum, the COBUS is offered with a
life expectancy of 25 years.
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Mallaghan 50W

Mallaghan Engineering
Mallaghan Engineering, one of the global leaders in ground
service equipment has unveiled the "Mallaghan 50W" - the
l a rg e st capac it y
airport bus in the
world, carrying up
to 125 passengers.
Used for transporting
passengers to and from terminals and aircraft, the "Mallaghan
50W" will offer a range of features that can be tailored to customer
specifications. It is also the only airport bus in the world with rear
wheel steering, hence reducing the turning circle.
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