On going project: electric bus depot in Chitila City

In the context of Chitila’s adoption of a low-carbon public transportation system, we are proud to announce the start of construction on a new bus terminal and depot, dedicated to the recently acquired electric bus fleet by the municipality.

This project addresses the need to modernize public transportation infrastructure and offers a range of essential facilities for the efficient and sustainable operation of electric buses:

• Battery charging: The depot will be equipped with fast and slow charging stations for electric buses, ensuring full battery charging.
• Security: Buses will be protected overnight, benefiting from a video surveillance system and controlled access.
• Maintenance and service: A dedicated area for technical inspections, maintenance, and repairs will be created, optimized for quick and efficient service.
• Bus washing facility: The project includes a building dedicated to bus washing, equipped with modern wastewater collection and treatment systems.
• Operations and dispatch: Administrative offices and dispatch rooms will be integrated to efficiently manage routes and schedules.

The depot will be located in Chitila, Ilfov County, on a 14,643 sqm plot that had significant slopes and required substantial earthworks to be prepared for construction.

The proposed project includes the arrangement of the terminal premises with the following features:

• Roadways and secondary paths for bus and staff vehicle access.
• Utility zones for fire-fighting systems, recycling tanks, and other technical equipment.
• Maintenance building: A constructed area of 571.5 sqm, providing space for parking and charging 4 buses.
• Administrative and dispatch building: An area of 531.58 sqm, including offices, reception, meeting rooms, locker rooms, and workshops.
• Washing facility: An area of 273.20 sqm, with two washing bays for buses and corresponding equipment.
• Outdoor charging area: 34 bays covered with metal canopies and 4 additional bays in the northern part of the plot.
• Video surveillance system and controlled access through a gate control cabin.

The project covers a total area of 14,643 sqm, with 20% of the land dedicated to green space, and will include 18 parking spaces for cars and 39 spaces for buses.

By realizing this project, Axatc contributes to the improvement of public transportation infrastructure in Chitila, while also promoting a greener and more sustainable urban environment.