Chinese enterprise sets new standard for sustainable transport in Pakistan with record electric bus order
LAHORE, Aug 4 (Gwadar Pro) - Chinese automotive manufacturer Yutong has revolutionized Pakistan’s public transportation sector with the launch of its cutting-edge DMT (Direct Motor Drive) and YEA (YEA Electric Architecture) technologies. The recently unveiled landmark event in Lahore showcased four purpose-built electric and hybrid bus models designed specifically for Pakistan's challenging climate and urban conditions.
The company simultaneously announced a historic agreement with Pakistani operator Wah Industries Limited (WIL) for 400 electric buses – the largest single order of new energy vehicles in the nation’s history. This record-breaking deal signals a major leap forward in Pakistan’s transition to sustainable mobility solutions.
Contract Signing Ceremony between Yutong Bus Co. Ltd and WIL. [Photo provided to GP]
“The government is fully committed to electrifying public transport, a key initiative in implementing our climate change policies,” said Punjab Transport Minister Bilal Akbar Khan during the launch ceremony. “The transition to electric buses is a crucial step in our climate strategy, paving the way for cleaner, more efficient urban transport.”
With over 3,000 buses already operating across Pakistan since 2008, Yutong commands an impressive 70% market share in the premium segment. The newly introduced H9, H12, E9 and E12PRO models incorporate specialized features to address Pakistan’s unique operational challenges including extreme temperatures, monsoon conditions and congested urban routes.
The deployment of these state-of-the-art vehicles, supported by Yutong’s enhanced EnRoute+ service network, demonstrates China’s growing leadership in green transportation technology. Pakistan’s rapid transition to electric public transportation finds a strategic partner in the Chinese brand, whose new generation vehicles deliver immediate operational solutions while charting a sustainable path for urban mobility - offering Pakistani commuters reliable, environmentally conscious transport options.
