King Long and Sharjah RTA to Accelerate Green Mobility in Public Transportation

King Long, exclusively represented by the Motors division of Al Ghurair Mobility in the UAE, is proud to announce the launch of the first fleet of electric buses in Sharjah.

This marks a significant milestone in King Long’s journey as the first Chinese automotive brand with a fully operational electric city bus fleet in the public transportation industry, supporting Sharjah Road and Transport Authority’s (SRTA) efforts to accelerate sustainable mobility in the UAE’s public transportation landscape.

The King Long EV models include its state-of-the-art and luxurious C12E Intercity Coach and PEV9 City Bus with a driving range of up to 450 km on full charge. King Long has 10 electric buses, currently operational on Sharjah roads and aims to expand its electric fleet to 20 buses in the Emirate by H2 2025, with a potential for further fleet expansion in the UAE. The pioneering automotive brand’s success in delivering public EV transportation follows the premium brand’s efforts to integrate smart technologies in sustainable mobility, earning King Long a first-place spot for its groundbreaking self-driving autonomous bus at the Dubai World Challenge 2023.

Abdulaziz Mohammed Al Jarwan, Director of Transportation Affairs at Sharjah Roads and Transport Authority stated: “In line with UAE’s initiative to reduce carbon emissions by adopting clean energy and green mobility, RTA Sharjah has concluded multiple partnerships with several leading EV manufacturers. King Long has 10 electric buses currently in operation on Sharjah roads with another batch of 10 electric buses to be delivered by the second half of 2025.”

King Long electric buses represent the latest advancements in zero-emission public transportation, providing passengers with an eco-friendly, efficient, safe and luxurious travel experience. With features designed to enhance the passenger experience, the buses combine intelligent battery temperature monitoring system with European safety standards to withstand the harsh weather conditions in the country. The launch of King Long’s electric bus fleet reinforces Sharjah’s commitment towards the Climate Neutrality 2050 Initiative and playing an active role to support the UAE Net Zero 2050 Strategy.

Malik Mohammad Tariq, Vice President of Dealership, an Al Ghurair Mobility business said:
“The delivery of King Long’s electric buses to SRTA marks a pivotal step in advancing sustainability through innovative mobility solutions. This initiative highlights King Long’s dedication to supporting Sharjah’s sustainability goals and fostering environmental responsibility across the UAE. At Al Ghurair Mobility, we are dedicated to promoting smart mobility and playing an active role in the UAE’s forward-thinking vision for an eco-friendly future.”

As King Long’s exclusive distributor in the UAE, Al Ghurair Mobility is playing an active role in supporting the UAE’s long-term vision to augment the eco-conscious growth of mobility solutions. In Q4 2024, Al Ghurair Mobility also marked an outstanding achievement as it signed an MoU with Emirates Transport to accelerate the adoption of eco-friendly transportation and smart solutions, pilot-testing hydrogen and electric commercial vehicles.

Furthermore, Al Ghurair Mobility is also a member of UITP, the international association of public transportation championing sustainable urban mobility solutions and initiatives worldwide.

As the UAE advances towards a greener future, Al Ghurair Mobilityand King Long remain steadfast in redefining the future of the UAE’s automotive sector with forward-thinking solutions.