A year and a half ago, Solaris announced that its 2023-2026 Strategic Plan included the company’s entrance in the North American market, with a value proposition consisting of pure zero-emission buses (ZEBs). Solaris has just achieved another milestone step towards the execution of its strategy, signing the first contract for trolleybus deliveries in Canada, to TransLink in Vancouver.
Solaris' first contract in Canada involves the delivery of 107 units of 12-meter trolleybuses. The agreement also includes options for up to 201 units of 12-meter trolleybuses and up to 204 units of 18-meter articulated trolleybuses.
The first deliveries of trolleybuses to Vancouver, as per the agreement, are scheduled for 2026, with continued deliveries in 2027.
To date, Solaris has delivered over 5,500 zero-emission vehicles, including battery electric buses, hydrogen buses, and trolleybuses operating in over 30 countries. Solaris is the European market leader for trolley buses, holding over 60% of the market in 2024, and having delivered so far almost 2,500 vehicles.
"This agreement marks a significant milestone for Solaris and is a testimony to our commitment to becoming the leading supplier of zero-emission buses in North America. We are grateful to TransLink for their trust in Solaris and our products. Solaris is the undiscussed European leader of trolleybuses, and this new order with options has the potential to become the largest procurement in Solaris history. It is an honour to be part of this collaboration, and I am confident that this partnership will be highly successful, with our vehicles meeting and surpassing their expectations," said Javier Iriarte, CEO of Solaris Bus & Coach.
In 2017, the Solaris Urbino 12 electric (40ft battery electric bus) was awarded the Bus of the Year title, and in 2024, the Solaris Urbino 18 hydrogen (60ft fuel cell electric vehicle) was selected as the Bus of The Year 2025 in Europe.
"In Europe, the Solaris brand is widely recognized for the quality and superior performance of its zero-emission vehicles, including trolleybuses. We aim to bring the same service-proven technology to Canadian transit authorities. Our commitment is to support the transition to zero-emission transportation in cities across Europe and North America by developing and delivering the most reliable and innovative products," said Javier Iriarte, CEO of Solaris Bus & Coach.
Information Solaris
Solaris Bus & Coach sp. z o.o. is a leading producer of city and intercity buses in Europe. It focuses on the development of low-emission and zero-emission vehicles, i. e. electric and hydrogen buses as well as trolleybuses. Over 25,000 Solaris vehicles have been delivered so far and they ply the streets in 850 towns and cities across 33 countries located throughout Europe as well as beyond it. Solaris is part of the Spanish CAF Group (Construcciones y Auxiliar de Ferrocarriles) S.A. From conception, to the design and manufacturing phases, all Solaris buses are produced in Poland. All activities undertaken by the company are in line with its mission, which is reflected in the brand’s promise: to change the image of public transport. Solaris also actively partners with public transport operators and provides them with comprehensive support in their transition to zero-emission mobility. Solaris products have been repeatedly awarded for quality and innovation. The Urbino 18 hydrogen bus has won the prestigious 'Bus of the Year 2025' title.
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Mateusz Figaszewski
Institutional Partnerships and External Relations Director
mateusz.figaszewski@solarisbus.com
