Sydney Airport is introducing 50 electric buses across its landside and airside operations, replacing diesel vehicles as part of its Scope 1 and 2 net-zero target for 2030. The fleet includes 25 dual-control airfield apron buses and 25 Citirider electric shuttle buses supplied by Australian manufacturer Bus & Coach International, with the vehicles to enter service progressively rather than in a single step.
The buses will operate on 100% renewable electricity through the airport’s power purchase agreement. The shift is set to lower ground-transport emissions while also replacing diesel shuttles with quieter vehicles for passengers and staff moving around the airport precinct.
Sydney Airport did not outline route changes, service frequency adjustments or a timetable for the full transition. The phased rollout indicates the existing diesel fleet will be retired over time as the new electric buses are deployed across airport operations.