The pan-European passenger transport company, Arriva Group, has announced a new Zero Emission Institute which will be led by a team of experts in fleet planning, to accelerate its journey to net-zero in partnership with cities and regions.

The Institute will be a central hub of knowledge and expertise for Passenger Transport Authorities and for Arriva’s business units, sharing pan-European experience and best practice in the roll-out of alternative fuels and transitioning fleets to zero emissions. This will help to build longer term decarbonisation strategies alongside town and city transport authorities.

Anne Hettinga, Arriva Group Board Member and Managing Director of the Netherlands, Arriva Group, commented:

“This is a great moment for Arriva as it allows us to consolidate all of our expertise under one virtual roof.  I feel proud of everything that’s been achieved already, but now we must look to accelerate decarbonisation in Europe and passenger transport will be critical for this”

Matt Greener, Zero Emission Institute Director, Arriva Group, said:

 “Sustainable passenger transport solutions are a crtical component of the journey to net-zero and partnership will be the key to achieving this.  Governments, local authorities, operators, manufacturers, academics, engineers and energy providers will need to come together to innovate and solve challenges to ensure a faster transition.  I’m excited about the role of my team and the contribution we will make under the banner of our Zero Emission Institute”.