The New York City Transit Authority has selected BAE Systems to provide 435 electric hybrid power and propulsion systems for new transit buses to reduce carbon emissions and fuel consumption.
“We are committed to collaborating with New York as it strives to reduce transportation emissions and improve air quality in the communities across the state,” Steve Trichka, vice president and general manager of Power & Propulsion Solutions at BAE Systems, said. “Our Series-E system provides transit operators with a highly reliable, flexible option that brings our state one step closer to a zero emission future.”
The Series-E systems combine motors, energy storage, and smart controls to create a clean form of electric drive power for buses and their accessories such as air conditioning, air compressors, cooling systems, heat, power steering, and doors. Additionally, the units will be produced at the company’s manufacturing facilities in Endicott, New York – providing more than 1,300 high-tech jobs in the state.
“It’s a great day for New York’s Southern Tier as BAE Systems of Endicott has been selected to provide electric hybrid bus technology to New York City Transit Authority,” Donna Lupardo, assemblywoman for New York State, said. “This BAE Systems contract is just one of many from cities around the world that can say its transportation system has been built and supported by a New York company, based right here in our community. I’m very proud to have supported their winning bid and wish them continued success in the future.”