Wrightbus invest £25 million for green transport solutions

Wrightbus’ new funding will accelerate the next generation of electric and hydrogen-powered buses, potentially creating dozens of new jobs, cutting emissions, and supporting the government’s mission to make Britain a clean energy superpower.

Wrightbus is part of a growing network of high-tech businesses and innovators driving growth in Northern Ireland. The region boasts an advanced manufacturing sector and a rapidly expanding tech scene. One such example is Belfast-based Ionic Technologies, which is developing new ways to recycle rare materials needed for electric vehicles and wind turbines, helping to make green technologies more sustainable and less reliant on overseas supply chains.

This investment follows government action to increase demand for electric vehicles, with £2.3 billion investment already boosting British manufacturing and improving charging infrastructure. Since July 2024, the government has seen £34.8 billion of private investment announced into UK’s clean energy industries. The UK was the largest electric vehicle market in Europe in 2024 and the third in the world with over 382 000 sold – up a fifth on the previous year. There are now more than 75 000 public charge points in the UK.

Wrightbus’ investment will not only boost growth in Northern Ireland but it will also help to accelerate the UK’s transition to net zero and our mission to become a clean energy superpower while keeping our economy competitive on the global stage.

The £25 million investment will be used to develop zero emission vehicles, support UK businesses that provide the parts and technology needed to build them, and enhance advanced testing capabilities.

Funding includes:

• £10 million to develop double-deck and single-deck electric bus.
• £5 million to develop the UK’s first hydrogen-powered coach due for release within 18 months.
• £5 million for product validation using the UK’s proving grounds – ensuring Wrightbus vehicles are rigorously tested for durability, efficiency, and safety.
• £5 million for a telematics system – an advanced vehicle monitoring system that collects real-time performance data to operators.

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