Transit Systems, which claims to be Australia’s largest integrated multi-modal transport operator, read public transport supply company, says it has welcomed the NSW State Government’s announcement that it will add 151 new battery electric buses, marking what it describes as another decisive step towards a cleaner, quieter and more sustainable public transport future for Sydney.
Transit Systems says the latest investment lifts the number of new buses purchased since the March 2023 state election to a total of 921.
The company says the new buses will be built by manufacturers, including Custom Denning and Volgren Australia and added that the order for 151 surpasses the State Government’s 50 per cent local manufacturing target and supports skilled jobs.
It says that the delivery will be staged across Transit System depots at Leichhardt and Kingsgrove in Sydney, which it adds, are undergoing major 
upgrades to accommodate the future fleet.
Transit says that by 2028, approximately 1700 electric buses are expected to be operating on Sydney’s roads, delivering tangible benefits for passengers and the environment.
According to Transit Systems NSW’s managing director, Rino Matarazzo, the investment reflects a strong partnership between government, industry and the community.
“The scale of this order demonstrates the State Government’s commitment to a sustainable transport future, while also supporting local jobs and Australian manufacturing,” Matarazzo said.
“For customers, it means more of the smooth, quiet and comfortable journeys they have already begun to experience on our existing electric fleet.
“For the community, it means cleaner air and significant progress in reducing emissions from public transport. Transit Systems is proud to be at the forefront of this transformation,” he added.
