Baku, September 29, 2025
Azerbaijan has presented its first locally assembled electric bus, marking a milestone in the country’s push for greener transport and industrial innovation.
The 12-meter bus, capable of carrying up to 82 passengers and covering 350 kilometers on a single charge, was assembled at the Azerbaijan Energy Automotive Factory in the Sumgayit Industrial Park. The project was carried out by BakuBus LLC in cooperation with Chinese manufacturer BYD.
According to the Ministry of Economy, the vehicle was produced through the Semi Knocked Down (SKD) method of large-unit assembly. Officials emphasized that the project not only strengthens Azerbaijan’s industrial capacity but also supports technology transfer, workforce development, and the government’s broader “green energy and transport” agenda.
Deputy Minister of Economy Samed Bashirli, Chinese Ambassador to Azerbaijan Lu Mei, BYD CEO Tian Chunlong, and BakuBus director Shahin Hasanov attended the unveiling.
The plant, created through a joint initiative of the Azerbaijan Business Development Fund under the Ministry of Economy, SARDA Group, and BYD, plans to expand production in the future. Beyond city buses, upcoming models are expected to include various passenger capacities as well as electric trucks, utility vehicles, and cars.
Officials highlighted the project as a successful example of Azerbaijani–Chinese cooperation and a significant step toward reducing urban emissions while modernizing the country’s transport sector.
