New Delhi: GreenCell Mobility (GreenCell) and VE Commercial Vehicles (VECV) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) aimed at contributing to India’s evolving electric vehicle (EV) market and promoting sustainability.
VECV will partner with GreenCell to supply 1,000 Eicher electric buses for its inter-city business, NueGo, over the next five years. Both companies will collaborate to ensure these buses feature industry-leading vehicle engineering, data integration, and safety measures.
NueGo’s Impact on Sustainable Mobility
NueGo, already operational in over 30 cities, including Delhi, Chandigarh, Dehradun, Agra, Jaipur, Ludhiana, Bhopal, Indore, Hyderabad, Vijayawada, Bengaluru, Tirupati, Chennai, and Pondicherry, stands as India’s first pan-India inter-city electric tourist bus service. NueGo has rapidly become a prominent sustainable mobility provider by leveraging advanced technology and offering tourists a safer and eco-friendly travel option. The brand contributes to climate action by operating noiseless, zero-emission coaches that do not emit tailpipe pollution.
Partnership’s Vision
Devndra Chawla, MD & CEO of GreenCell Mobility, expressed enthusiasm about the collaboration, stating, “In partnering with VE Commercial Vehicles to introduce 1,000 e-buses, we’re taking a giant leap toward realizing our purpose and vision at GreenCell Mobility – a cleaner, greener future for all. This collaboration strengthens our resolve to reshape the mobility landscape and lead the charge toward sustainability.”
Aim for Sustainable Solutions
Vinod Aggarwal, MD & CEO of VE Commercial Vehicles Limited, emphasized the partnership’s significance, saying, “I am pleased to announce this partnership with an industry leader like GreenCell Mobility. At VECV, we are not just delivering vehicles; we are delivering sustainable solutions for people and goods transportation. In this regard, VECV is well aligned with the government’s mission to accomplish Net Zero emissions before 2070. With our focus on superior uptime, backed by a strong alternate fuel program, we look forward to our partnership with GreenCell Mobility, as we jointly endeavor to decarbonize city mobility.”
Towards a Greener India
India’s vision for a more sustainable future is evident in initiatives like “Sustainable India 2047,” aiming to promote green growth and environmental stewardship. Collaborations like the one between GreenCell Mobility and VE Commercial Vehicles play a vital role in reducing the environmental impact of the automotive industry.
Milestone for a Greener India
The MoU marks a significant milestone in India’s journey toward a greener and more sustainable future. Both GreenCell Mobility and VECV are committed to working closely to drive positive change in the automotive industry while reducing its environmental footprint.