CDC Victoria is proud to announce significant progress in its commitment to reducing emissions from its vehicle fleet through the expansion of its electric bus initiative. In partnership with the Victorian Department of Transport and Planning and industry leaders, the company continues its Zero Emissions Bus Trial in Melbourne’s south-eastern suburbs, which began in 2022.
This announcement follows CDC Victoria’s recent achievement of securing three Metropolitan Zero Emission Bus (MZF) Franchises through a competitive tender process. These new 10-year contracts, starting in July 2025, will not only expand CDC Victoria’s network across Melbourne but also set the foundation for a full transition to a zero-emission fleet.
As part of this initiative, CDC Victoria has successfully integrated eight electric buses into its fleet, with the latest addition operating at the Oakleigh depot since September 2024. The eight electric buses are currently operating on routes 601, 605, 606, 612, 623, 625, 630 and 900, covering the city to the inner southeast of Melbourne, including Chadstone and Monash University.
These electric buses are anticipated to complete approximately 520,000 km over the next year, transporting over 203,000 passengers with zero tailpipe emissions.
The electric buses are not only environmentally friendly, but they also bring significant benefits to the community by reducing emissions and enhancing public transport experience, providing customers with a safe, efficient, reliable, smooth and virtually silent transport service. The invaluable insights gained from this trial will play a crucial role in CDC Victoria’s plan to transition all metropolitan route buses to the new Metropolitan Zero Emission Bus Franchise (MZF) by 2034.
CDC Victoria CEO, Jeff Wilson, said, “These buses generate up to 30% of total battery charge through braking regeneration, and they require fewer consumables like oils and belts and take much less time to service. We are proud to contribute to a more sustainable future through such forward-thinking practices.”
ComfortDelGro Corporation Australia (CDC) CEO Nicholas Yap said, “We are dedicated to supporting government efforts and the State’s commitment to net zero emissions by 2045 while prioritising our sustainability initiatives.”
“By taking responsibility for our environmental footprint, we are committed to creating a better future for generations to come,” Mr Yap said.
CDC Victoria takes great pride in its contributions to promoting sustainability and embracing innovative practices, paving the way towards a more sustainable future.
