Yuhan XIAO
Introduction
UITP Academy is delighted to announce the 2nd edition of the advanced training programme and study tour on Electric Bus Planning, Operations & Maintenance, organised in collaboration with our Regional Training Centre, Shenzhen Bus Group (SZBG) — a globally recognised operator that has successfully transitioned to full electrification. This comprehensive course, running from 22–26 June 2026, combines three days of classroom training with two days of technical visits.
With most metropolitan areas targeting zero-emission mobility, an increasing number of cities and transport companies are exploring full electrification of their bus networks. In this context, UITP Academy and SZBG developed this programme to provide a complete overview of electric bus operations, maintenance, asset management, charging infrastructure, and operational optimisation through data. Participants will gain insights into fleet transition strategies, planning methodologies, technologies, and best practices in electric bus deployment worldwide.
Shenzhen Bus Group is the largest and oldest public transport operator in Shenzhen, China. After achieving full electrification, with 6,053 electric buses in 2018, SZBG has now become the largest new energy public transport operator in the world. SZBG have also been trialing electric self-driving buses on open and mixed-traffic roads since 2017. with zero accidents to date.
What You Will Learn
- Adapt your bus operations towards a sustainable and decarbonised mobility system
- Learn about electric technologies, compare benefits and drawbacks, and understand key decision-making factors
- Understand the types of vehicles and charging infrastructure needed for electric bus operations
- Explore technology maturity, market products, supplier landscapes, and competitive dynamics
- Define operational and charging strategies based on network needs
- Learn how to plan, implement, and manage electric bus routes efficiently
- Understand how technology and data support operations, maintenance, and charging optimisation
- Learn from global best practices, successful deployments, and large-scale operations
- Gain insights into maintenance, asset management, and lifecycle considerations
Who is it for?
- Project managers, engineers, and professionals involved/interested in electric bus technologies and deployment
- Staff from public transport operators working in operations, planning, asset management, or maintenance
- Bus industry professionals involved in electric bus market uptake
- Anyone seeking a global, practical perspective on electric bus planning and implementation
A good level of English is a compulsory requirement to attend the training
Programme
A Top Level Methodology
- Get inspired by trainers, understand the main aspects of public transport and urban mobility
- Participate in interactive plenary sessions with an introduction by course leaders, presentation by trainers, and open discussions with participants
- Challenge your practical knowledge of public transport and urban mobility
- Address the topic from an international perspective, enriched by different cultural approaches and points of view
- Participate in practical exercises and case studies
- Benefit from a unique exchange of knowledge and experience between professionals
- Exchange experiences and discuss key topics during workshops in smaller groups
UITP Training Programs and all related processes are certified for ISO 21001: 2018 – the standard for Educational organisations – Management systems for educational organisations.
Pricing
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Until 8 May
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From 8 May
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Groups
4 or more persons
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UITP Member |
€2,300 |
€3,100 |
€2,150 |
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Non Members |
€3,000 |
€4,100 |
€2,900 |
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€1,650 |
€2,300 |
€1,600 |
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€2,100 |
€2,900 |
€2,000 |
Practical information
Visa to China
It is the sole responsibility of the participants to take care of their visa application.
Due to visa requirements in China, overseas registrations may take several weeks to process. We recommend you apply for your visa as early as possible. Please contact your local travel agent or local embassy for travel visa to China. Visas are at the discretion of immigration.
However, we are very pleased to assist you with the provision of Invitation Letter, if applicable, from the Local Host for visa application to China. Please send your request to UITP Asia-Pacific at [email protected].
Important: Passport validity should be a minimum of 6 months from the intended date of arrival. Entry into China is subject to immigration approval. General information about visa regulations is available on the website of the Chinese Visa Application Service Center.
Contact Our Team
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Organisers
UITP Academy
Shenzhen Bus
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