Omexom Delivers Cutting-Edge Electric Bus Charging Infrastructure at Stuttgart’s New SSB Depot for Daimler Buses Solutions
On behalf of Daimler Buses Solutions, Omexom in Germany successfully installed a cutting-edge electric bus charging system at the new Gaisburg bus depot in Stuttgart, Germany jointly with Stuttgarter Straßenbahnen AG (SSB). This project represents a significant step forward in promoting climate-neutral transportation.
Bus Depot Electrification with Enhanced Safety Features
The Gaisburg depot features six double halls designed with modular construction that significantly enhances fire protection. Omexom teams installed a powerful charging system that supports the complete electrification of Stuttgart’s inner-city bus routes by 2027.
Mercedes-Benz eCitaro electric buses already operate on these routes, contributing to SSB’s goal of running all buses emission-free by 2035 and reducing CO₂ emissions by over 20,000 tons annually. This sustainable infrastructure plays a crucial role in transporting 165 million passengers every year in Stuttgart.
Robust Power Infrastructure and Smart Charging Technology
Omexom took charge of connecting the depot to the public power grid and constructed an on-site grid station with a 4-megawatt capacity. The system currently powers 37 charging points at Gaisburg, using advanced pantograph technology that automatically communicates with buses via Wi-Fi to initiate efficient charging.
Additionally, Omexom built a 28-point charging station at the Möhringen site, with plans to expand Gaisburg’s capacity to 100 charging points.
Maximilian Schmidberger, Business Unit Manager at Omexom in Germany, highlights the innovative nature of the project:
Battery Use Optimization: Smart Load Management Enhancing Efficiency
Furthermore, the charging infrastructure features an intelligent load management system that optimizes battery use by charging buses based on real-time needs, enhancing their operational efficiency and bolstering sustainable public transport.
Johannes Aichner, Executive Vice President at Omexom Germany, highlights Omexom’s key role in advancing the energy transition. The SSB project exemplifies how Omexom assist companies and organizations in this process, with charging infrastructure playing a vital role in the transformation.
Despite logistical challenges during ongoing construction, Omexom and all project partners maintained seamless coordination, ensuring timely project delivery. This collaboration underscores Omexom’s commitment to fostering long-term partnerships that accelerate the energy transition in urban mobility.