Volvo Buses has secured a significant new contract from Vy Buss for the delivery of 73 electric buses that will operate in and around the Swedish city of Borås.
The order represents a major step for the region as it moves toward fully sustainable public transport solutions. Volvo confirmed that the new fleet is scheduled to be completed and delivered by April 2027.
Of the 73 units, 46 will be the Volvo 7900 Electric Articulated model, designed for high-capacity routes. Fourteen buses will be the Volvo 7900 Electric, while the remaining 13 will be the Volvo 8900 Electric, intended for both urban and regional operations.
Martin Spjern, Country Manager Sweden at Volvo Buses, said the contract had special significance for the company. “It is especially rewarding to receive this order for the city of Borås, the place where much of our bus manufacturing has its roots,” he noted.
With this deployment, all city bus traffic in Borås will become fully electrified. Local officials and Volvo executives describe the move as a transformative leap toward a cleaner and more efficient transport system.
The buses will serve both inner-city routes and regional lines, including service to Viared. This area is home to Volvo Buses’ manufacturing facility, one of the world’s first bus factories powered entirely by renewable energy sources.
The new electric fleet will feature enhanced seating capacity to meet growing passenger demand. Improved accessibility is a key focus, with each bus equipped with dual wheelchair spaces and flexible interior layouts to better accommodate varying passenger needs.
Production of the buses will follow a shared manufacturing process. The chassis will be built at Volvo Buses’ Borås facility, while the bodywork will be completed by Volvo’s longtime partner, MCV. This collaboration allows for streamlined production and consistent quality across the full fleet.
The investment aligns with Sweden’s broader push toward renewable energy and low-emission public mobility. Borås, already a leader in sustainable initiatives, is expected to become a flagship example of electrified transit once the fleet enters operation.
Vy Buss, one of Scandinavia’s largest public transport operators, has been steadily shifting toward electric mobility. This latest order represents one of its most substantial commitments to date.
Industry observers say the project reflects a growing European trend in which cities are accelerating their efforts to implement fully electric bus fleets as part of climate action strategies.
The arrival of the new Volvo buses is set to offer quieter streets, reduced emissions and more comfortable travel experiences for passengers across Borås and its surrounding districts.
With the transition now firmly underway, Borås is on course to become one of Sweden’s key benchmarks for modern, sustainable public transport.