Solaris to Deliver 180 Electric Urbino Buses to Malmö in 2026–27
Summary
- Deal between Solaris and Nobina Sverige for up to 180 electric Urbino buses.
- Configuration includes 12 m, 15 m, 18 m, and 24 m buses.
- Deliveries are scheduled for 2026 and 2027.
Solaris, part of Spain’s CAF Group, has secured a contract with Sweden’s Nobina Sverige AB to deliver 180 zero‑emission Urbino electric buses to Malmö.
The fleet, featuring models ranging from 12 m to 24 m in length, will be delivered between 2026 and 2027, marking one of Solaris’s largest orders in Sweden to date.
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Detailed Order Breakdown
| Model (Length) | Quantity | Battery Capacity | Notable Feature |
|---|---|---|---|
| Urbino 18 (18 m) | 78 | 600 kWh | Standard articulated buses |
| Urbino 24 (24 m) | 36 | 700 kWh | Rare bi‑articulated buses, unique for Malmö |
| Urbino 15 LE (15 m) | 65 | 500 kWh | Low‑entry design for versatile routes |
| Urbino 12 (12 m) | 1 | 400 kWh | Compact city bus for niche needs |
Why It Matters?
This is among Solaris’s largest electric bus orders in Sweden, reinforcing the company’s position in Scandinavia.
This agreement represents a significant step in Malmö’s broader goal of achieving a fully electric public bus fleet by 2030.
From June 2027, Nobina will operate Malmö’s bus services with a fleet that’s 95% electric. Two new depots will support operations, and full zero-emission is planned beyond 2032.
Earlier in October 2023, Solaris had won a contract to deliver 55 buses for Stockholm and 28 for Skåne. Then in early 2025, Nobina ordered 89 Solaris Urbino 15 LE buses.
“We’re proud to build on our long-term partnership with Nobina, a leader in Sweden’s zero‑emission transport. With years of Nordic experience, we’re glad to support Malmö’s shift toward an all-electric public transit system.”
Sverre Skaar, CEO, Solaris Sverige AB
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