Polish MMI secures €7.7M for electric and hydrogen buses
Summary
Polish company MMI has secured 7.7M in funding from the Vinci S.A. fund.The capital will be used to develop electric buses in three variants, including low-entry, low-floor and normal-floor vehicles. MMIs plans also include the creation of an electric minibus powered by a hydrogen fuel cell and the construction of a modern production hall, which will enable the company to double the volume of vehicles produced.Transport, especially public transport, is an integral part of our daily lives. Challenges remain in servicing less crowded night routes, communication within the strict city centers, as well as transportation in smaller towns, especially those located in mountainous, sub-mountainous, and rural areas. "We plan to use the secured capital to create our own brand of small and medium-sized electric buses, including models powered by hydrogen fuel cells, in three variants: low-entry, low-floor, and standard-floor. "Technological development and the new types of vehicles will enable the company to strengthen its position in the Polish market and expand its operations and current offerings in Italy, France, Germany, Switzerland, and Scandinavia.