The project aimed to promote sustainable, low-emission urban transport through VET-based upskilling of local actors involved in e-bus transition. General objectives include raising political and professional awareness of e-bus systems. Specific goals were: • Supporting public transport decision-makers in e-bus adoption and implementation. • Enabling transport operators and staff to deploy and run e-bus fleets effectively. • Integrating e-bus operation and maintenance knowledge into (C-)VET programs. • Engaging policymakers and citizens in the transition process. These goals support climate action, professional capacity building, and policy innovation for a greener transport sector
The project came from the realisation that successful e-bus deployment requires skilled decision-makers and operators, not just the electronic buses. Deployment of e-bus fleets for local public transport is a relatively new phenomenon in a range of EU countries, in particular in those located in the Eastern and Southern parts of Europe. Target groups lack practical, field knowledge and face challenges in public procurement, digital solutions, and optimal operations. The EU Green Deal and Smart Mobility Strategy stimulate the demand for zero emission vehicles, therefore e-buses are key. In the same time, no existing Erasmus+ project focused specifically on e-bus-related VET. Skilled-eBus fills this gap by providing structured, practice-oriented knowledge and recommendations tailored to local needs, thereby fostering a smooth and impactful green transition.