Zugerland Verkehrsbetriebe

Target 2035: CO₂-neutral line operation

Experience to date with our e-buses in regular service has been good. The ZVB is gradually implementing e-mobility with the aim of operatingCO2-neutral bus routes by 2035.

The ZVB has outlined a roadmap to the e-future. The aim is to achieveCO2-neutral line operation by 2035, a goal that is being pursued in stages that are periodically reviewed and adjusted as necessary. Lines will be reorganised and e-buses will be used more frequently to achieve this.

Thanks to this step-by-step approach, the ZVB is constantly learning and benefiting from technological developments. We are also actively monitoring other drive technologies.

Operational and financial feasibility is a prerequisite for achieving the 2035 target. It is crucial that financial viability is ensured and that the necessary funds are made available forCO2-free public transport operations in Zug. The knowledge gained from operating the e-buses is very valuable and will be incorporated into further planning on an ongoing basis. The ZVB will move into a new main base in 2031 that is suitably equipped for the new technologies.

E-mobility is part of the ZVB

E-mobility is an integral part of the corporate strategy. The procurement of e-buses is part of this. But that's not all: employees should be able to experience e-mobility. E-bikes, an e-road bike and electric company cars are available for this purpose.

The e-future put to the test

We are investing in the e-future. The employees in the workshop are being specially trained to maintain the new technology. An e-charging station is being installed on our premises. And our company is testing various vehicle types.

At last! The first e-bus is here

Our first fully electric e-bus has been in service since autumn 2019 - an eCitaro from Mercedes Benz. We are delighted to have the first e-bus for Zug.

Workshop becomes an e-competence centre

Our workshop is one of two companies in Switzerland to receive the e-certificate from EvoBus. This means it can carry out repairs and maintenance on e-buses, e-trucks and e-cars.

Already 12 buses or 10% are electric

The eight articulated electric buses ordered will arrive in autumn 2022. By the end of 2022, 10% of the buses travelling for the ZVB will be electric.

21 e-buses, new with pantographs

With the timetable change in December 2023, our electric share will increase to 21 vehicles or over 15%. New for us: we still charge at the depot, but with pantographs.

E-midibuses and e-trailer combination

Our e-fleet comprises 24 vehicles, including 2 e-midibuses, which are used as local buses, and an e-trailer combination. The e-trailer combination is a world first in its design.