All Lien Ninh buses are supplied by VinFast, comprising 26 large EB10 models, 72 medium EB8 models, and 13 small EB6 models. VinFast designed these electric buses with low floors, optimizing them for the elderly, children, and people with disabilities.

All three VinFast electric bus models are equipped with amenities such as: information screens, an automatic stop announcement system, Wi-Fi, security cameras, and driver assistance technology including collision warning and lane monitoring. To support its pure electric bus fleet, the company also installed a system of 40 charging stations at depots and termini.

Representatives from Hanoi city and the company at the handover and operation ceremony for the electric bus models, on 4/12. *Photo: Tuan Vu*

VinFast representatives stated that all these bus models will be delivered in December, serving nine routes operated by Lien Ninh in Hanoi. These bus routes include: 08A (Long Bien - Dong My), 08B (Long Bien - Van Phuc, Thanh Tri), 09A (Tran Khanh Du - Mining University), 09B (Tran Khanh Du - My Dinh Bus Station), 19 (Tran Khanh Du - Academy of Policy and Development), 21A (Giap Bat Bus Station - Yen Nghia Bus Station), 21B (Duyen Thai - My Dinh Bus Station), 37 (Giap Bat Bus Station - Chuong My), and 125 (Thuong Tin Bus Station - Te Tieu).

Doan Van Phan, Director of Lien Ninh Transport and Services Joint Stock Company, stated that converting to a 100% electric bus fleet is a strategic decision for the company, aligning with Hanoi's goal to build a green public transport system. "This is an opportunity for the company to establish new transport standards that are cleaner, safer, and more stable", he said. "We are committed to pursuing green transformation as a long-term development direction, contributing to the environment and the quality of life for the capital's residents".

VinFast electric bus models operated by Lien Ninh on fixed routes in Hanoi. *Photo: Tuan Vu*

At the event on 4/12, Nguyen Manh Quyen, Vice Chairman of the Hanoi People's Committee (UBND), said the city commends the company's efforts in preparing, investing, and converting its entire fleet to electric buses. "We also appreciate the supportive role of VinFast, V-Green, and partners within the Vingroup ecosystem during this transition. This collaboration will create a foundation for passenger transport companies to accelerate the green transformation of the capital's public transport system", he stated.

Lien Ninh's decision to convert its entire fleet to electric buses marks a significant step forward for Hanoi's passenger transport sector, positioning the city as a national leader in greening public transport. In addition to VinBus and Lien Ninh, which operate pure electric fleets, other major companies such as Transerco, Bao Yen, Newway, and Hanoi Electric Vehicle are also gradually introducing electric buses, replacing traditional internal combustion engine vehicles.

Quang Anh