Volvo Buses secures the first order for electric articulated and bi-articulated buses in Brazil

Goiânia, in Brazil, will be the first city in the world to have regular operations of 100% electric bi-articulated buses. This achievement is the result of a deal between Volvo Buses and GreenMob Capital, an investment company of the HP Group, specialized in structuring capital-intensive projects associated with the urban mobility sector. The order consists of 21 Volvo BZRT buses: 16 articulated and 5 bi-articulated models. They will operate on the East-West BRT line of the Metropolitan Collective Transport Network of Goiânia

“It is with great satisfaction that we announce this important sale for one of the main BRT-systems in Brazil. The city of Goiânia takes a major step toward decarbonizing public transport by adopting high-tech electric buses with exceptional safety features,” says André Marques, President at Volvo Buses Latin America.

The vehicles are part of the first batch of electric articulated and bi-articulated chassis produced at Volvo's industrial complex in Curitiba, Brazil. The bi-articulated bus can carry up to 250 passengers, while the articulated version accommodates 180 — both offering zero CO₂ emissions and exceptionally low noise levels. All buses have dual-side doors, air conditioning, and operate within a unified, accessible fare system.

The Volvo BZRT comes equipped with Volvo Buses' state-of-the-art active safety systems, designed to protect both passengers and other road users. Cameras improve driver visibility, while front and side sensors monitor blind spots to help safeguard pedestrians, cyclists, and surrounding traffic. The vehicle also features traffic sign recognition.

In addition, the bus is fitted with Volvo Dynamic Steering (VDS) for enhanced maneuverability and stability. It is also prepared for the activation of the “Safety Zones” system – a feature that uses GPS to automatically reduce the vehicle’s speed in high-risk areas, such as near terminals, schools, and hospitals.

According to Gustavo Bacellar de Faria, CEO of GreenMob Capital, the delivery of the new buses marks a significant milestone for public transportation in Brazil.

“We are bringing the most advanced vehicle technology available globally to Goiânia— combining efficiency, comfort, and safety. The arrival of the electric Volvo BZRTs strengthens our commitment to driving the development of innovative and sustainable urban mobility solutions, creating tangible value for both cities and our clients,” he says.

The buses will serve the BRT system in Greater Goiânia, which currently transports around 12 million passengers monthly and is expected to reach 17 million. The network includes the East-West and North-South corridors, covering a total of 50 km with over 50 stations and connections to Trindade, Goianira, and Senador Canedo.

“The new Volvo buses are scheduled for delivery in 2025. Goiânia will become the first city in the world to operate a fleet of fully electric Volvo bi-articulated buses in regular service — achieving zero emissions. At 28 meters long, they will also be the largest electric vehicles in daily operation globally,” says Paulo Arabian, Head of Sales at Volvo Buses in Brazil.

The deal was closed by Suécia Veículos, a dealership representing Volvo in parts of the Central-West and Southeast regions. The sale also received support from Volvo Financial Services, that provided credit backing for the acquisition of the chassis.

Gothenburg,
August 26, 2025.

For further information, please contact: Joakim Kenndal, Head of Media Relations & PR, Volvo Buses, e-mail: joakim.kenndal@volvo.com , phone: +46 739-02 51 50 or Marco Greiffo
Head of Corporate Communication – Volvo Group Latin America
Phone: +55 41 3317-7830 / 3317-8736 or e-mail marco.greiffo@volvo.com

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GreenMob Capital:Luciana Porto, Phone: +55 62 99975-6249 or e-mail
luciana@kasane.com.br.