Quick Takeaways
- BYD secures a major European electric bus order, reinforcing large-scale public transport electrification.
- Blade Battery Chassis technology strengthens safety, efficiency, and lifecycle value for urban fleets.
On December 17, BYD B12.b electric buses took a significant step forward in Europe as BYD Europe confirmed a new order from Belgian public transport operator De Lijn for 268 fully electric buses. The announcement underlines BYD’s growing footprint in Europe’s public mobility transition and reinforces the strategic shift toward zero-emission urban transport solutions.
BYD B12.b Electric Buses Strengthen European Public Transport
The BYD B12.b electric buses are built on the company’s next-generation eBus platform, engineered to deliver higher efficiency, improved safety, and extended service life. At the core of this platform is the Blade Battery Chassis, which integrates the battery system directly into the vehicle structure, optimizing space utilization and structural rigidity.
This design approach enables operators to benefit from enhanced energy density, better thermal stability, and reduced overall vehicle weight. For European cities facing stricter emission regulations and rising operational costs, such platform-level innovation is becoming a decisive factor in fleet procurement.
Blade Battery Chassis Enhances Safety and Performance
A defining feature of the BYD B12.b electric buses is the Blade Battery Chassis, a technology widely recognized for its safety-focused architecture. By embedding the battery within the chassis, BYD minimizes intrusion risks while improving vehicle balance and durability under intensive urban duty cycles.
Key advantages of this architecture include:
These attributes make the buses particularly suitable for high-frequency public transport routes common across European cities.
Phased Deliveries Support Long-Term Fleet Electrification
Deliveries of the BYD B12.b electric buses are scheduled to begin from Q2 2027 and will be phased over time. This delivery strategy allows De Lijn to align vehicle induction with infrastructure readiness, depot upgrades, and operational planning, ensuring a smooth transition from conventional propulsion to full electrification.
The order directly supports De Lijn’s long-term objective of operating a 100 percent zero-emission fleet by 2035. Large-scale deployments such as this reflect how European transport authorities are moving beyond pilot projects toward full fleet transformation.
BYD Expands Its Strategic Position in Europe
With this latest order, BYD continues to strengthen its position as a key supplier of electric buses in Europe. The company’s focus on vertically integrated technologies, including in-house battery development and vehicle platforms, provides a competitive advantage in meeting regional sustainability targets and total cost of ownership expectations.
As cities accelerate decarbonization efforts, the adoption of BYD B12.b electric buses highlights the growing maturity of electric public transport solutions and signals sustained momentum for zero-emission mobility across Europe.
BYD B12.b Electric Buses Strengthen European Public Transport
The BYD B12.b electric buses are built on the company’s next-generation eBus platform, engineered to deliver higher efficiency, improved safety, and extended service life. At the core of this platform is the Blade Battery Chassis, which integrates the battery system directly into the vehicle structure, optimizing space utilization and structural rigidity.
This design approach enables operators to benefit from enhanced energy density, better thermal stability, and reduced overall vehicle weight. For European cities facing stricter emission regulations and rising operational costs, such platform-level innovation is becoming a decisive factor in fleet procurement.
Blade Battery Chassis Enhances Safety and Performance
A defining feature of the BYD B12.b electric buses is the Blade Battery Chassis, a technology widely recognized for its safety-focused architecture. By embedding the battery within the chassis, BYD minimizes intrusion risks while improving vehicle balance and durability under intensive urban duty cycles.
Key advantages of this architecture include:
- Improved crash safety through structural integration
- Higher energy efficiency due to optimized packaging
- Lower maintenance complexity across the vehicle lifecycle
These attributes make the buses particularly suitable for high-frequency public transport routes common across European cities.
Phased Deliveries Support Long-Term Fleet Electrification
Deliveries of the BYD B12.b electric buses are scheduled to begin from Q2 2027 and will be phased over time. This delivery strategy allows De Lijn to align vehicle induction with infrastructure readiness, depot upgrades, and operational planning, ensuring a smooth transition from conventional propulsion to full electrification.
The order directly supports De Lijn’s long-term objective of operating a 100 percent zero-emission fleet by 2035. Large-scale deployments such as this reflect how European transport authorities are moving beyond pilot projects toward full fleet transformation.
BYD Expands Its Strategic Position in Europe
With this latest order, BYD continues to strengthen its position as a key supplier of electric buses in Europe. The company’s focus on vertically integrated technologies, including in-house battery development and vehicle platforms, provides a competitive advantage in meeting regional sustainability targets and total cost of ownership expectations.
As cities accelerate decarbonization efforts, the adoption of BYD B12.b electric buses highlights the growing maturity of electric public transport solutions and signals sustained momentum for zero-emission mobility across Europe.
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