Béziers Méditerranée Agglomeration introduces 13 futuristic hydrogen buses blending vintage design with modern tech, marking a new era in public transport.
Hydrogen buses start service in Béziers
Since Monday, November 2, 2026, 13 Solaris Urbino 12 hydrogen buses have been running on line 1 of the Béziers Méditerranée Agglomeration’s public transport network. This line is the most structured in the network, stretching from west to east across Béziers.New design for public transport
The buses were first presented in the summer of 2026 and are part of a major reorganization of the beeMob network, which now includes 17 renumbered lines. The redesign aims to modernize and streamline the public transport system in the region.Stylistic homage to the past
The buses feature green bodywork with gold patterns and red background lettering, drawing inspiration from traditional transport vehicles. Their design also includes a nod to the Wild West, with elements reminiscent of old diligences, giving the fleet a distinctive identity.Modern features inside
Inside the buses, the decor continues the vintage theme with seats stamped with the bus’s name and wood-imitation flooring. However, the vehicles are equipped with modern features such as USB ports, real-time passenger information, radars, and blind spot detection systems, blending old-style aesthetics with contemporary technology.Technical specifications
Each bus is 12 meters long and can carry about 90 passengers. Powered by a 70 kW fuel cell on the roof, the electric motor produces 220 kW of power and has a range of approximately 400 kilometers. The buses operate silently and emit no CO₂, supporting the agglomeration’s efforts to transition to greener energy sources.
