Renewable energy for the majority of the Alborg area's 77 buses

The two networks in Northern Jutland will provide services to the 500,000 inhabitants in Aalborg, the region’s capital, and the surrounding towns. The networks consist of 25 lines and will connect the city with a university, a major hospital due to open in 2022 and an airport for domestic and international flights.

The total fleet of 77 buses, 67 of which run on renewable energy2, will cover nearly 10 million kilometres per year. The fleet is composed of three new Scania bus models including vehicles measuring 12.8 metres (33 seats + 56 standing), 13.2 metres (41 seats + 17 standing) and 13.7 metres (37 seats + 74 standing). 32 of the buses will be equipped with amenities including Wi-Fi and power outlets to improve the passenger experience.

The networks feature 16 depots that have parking, washing and refuelling facilities. An upgrade of the depots is planned for the autumn of 2021.

Nearly 15 years of presence in Denmark

The start-up of the bus networks in the Northern Jutland region is another milestone that strengthens Keolis’ presence in Denmark, where it has been operating since 2007.

It employs 1,600 people and operates around 500 buses in several regions3, as well as the country’s first tram network in Aarhus. In 2021, the Group launched electric buses in Odense and the Greater Copenhagen region.

Keolis is gearing up for the launch of a second tram network in Odense, which is scheduled to come into service in early 2022.

Key figures

• €190 million contract

• 25 bus lines

• 77 buses, of which 67 run on HVO biofuel

• 10 million kilometres covered per year