BAE Systems to Provide Electric Drive Systems for Philadelphia’s New Fleet of Zero-Emission Capable Hybrid Buses
17 February 2022 - 2:00AM
Business Wire
BAE Systems, a leader in electric propulsion, has been selected
by the Southeastern Pennsylvania Transportation Authority (SEPTA)
to supply up to 340 electric drive systems for its new fleet of low
emission transit buses. BAE Systems will provide 220 electric drive
systems to New Flyer of America Inc., with an option for 120
additional systems, over the next three years. Incorporating the
company’s latest technology for future zero-emission platforms, the
Series-ER (Electric Range) systems will deliver significant
emission reductions and fuel savings across the fleet.
This press release features multimedia. View
the full release here:
https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20220216005192/en/
BAE Systems has been selected by the
Southeastern Pennsylvania Transportation Authority to supply up to
340 electric drive systems for its new fleet of low emission
transit buses. (Photo: BAE Systems)
A major feature of Series-ER is the Modular Accessory Power
System (MAPS), a next-generation component that uses advanced
materials for increased electrical efficiency. This order of
electric-hybrid applications will benefit from BAE Systems’ newest
technology, which is also designed to be integrated on
battery-electric and fuel cell powered buses.
“We are supporting SEPTA’s environmental goals with green
technology that improves air quality for the greater Philadelphia
community,” said Steve Trichka, vice president and general manager
of Power & Propulsion Solutions at BAE Systems. “Our electric
drive system provides transit operators with a highly reliable,
flexible option to bring them one step closer to a zero-emission
future.”
The Series-ER system includes an electric motor, onboard energy
storage, and smart controls to create a clean, integrated electric
propulsion and accessory power system for the buses. The system
also provides zero-emission operation via BAE Systems’
industry-leading experience with engine stop and start, and
geofenced green zone technology. The onboard charger and advanced
energy recovery enables Series-ER to deliver zero emissions without
the need for grid-connected charging.
BAE Systems has 25 years of experience developing and fielding
electric propulsion systems and accessories for transit buses. The
company’s Series-ER technology is part of that foundation, helping
transit agencies bridge the gap to zero emissions, without
infrastructure requirements for vehicle charging. BAE Systems has
more than 14,000 propulsion systems in service on transit buses
around the globe, including in cities such as New York, San
Francisco, Montreal, and London.
The production and service support for the Series-ER systems
will be conducted at the company’s facility in Endicott, N.Y.
View source
version on businesswire.com: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20220216005192/en/
Eric Peterson, BAE Systems Mobile: 603-288-4082
eric.peterson2@baesystems.com
www.baesystems.com/US @BAESystemsInc
Bae Systems (LSE:BA.)
Historical Stock Chart
From Mar 2024 to Apr 2024
Bae Systems (LSE:BA.)
Historical Stock Chart
From Apr 2023 to Apr 2024