Dubai, UAE- Al Habtoor Motors LLC., has entered into an exclusive partnership with India’s JBM Electric Vehicles Pvt Ltd., to introduce next-generation electric buses to the UAE. Under the agreement, Al Habtoor Motors will serve as the sole importer and distributor of JBM’s e-buses in the country, supporting the UAE’s Net Zero by 2050 Strategic Initiative.
The partnership aims to deliver a massive environmental impact over the coming decade, with projections to reduce CO₂ emissions by 2.8 billion kilograms, save more than 1 billion litres of diesel, and serve 1.6 billion passengers. The e-buses will be tailored to withstand the UAE’s climate and deployed across urban routes, staff and school transport, and intercity travel. Customers will also benefit from a full turnkey solution encompassing vehicles, charging infrastructure, and flexible leasing services.
Mr. Ahmed Al Habtoor, CEO of Al Habtoor Motors, said, “This collaboration represents a significant milestone in our journey toward green mobility. Together, we aim to be among the top two e-mobility players transforming the clean public transport landscape in the region.”
Mr. Nishant Arya, Vice Chairman and MD of JBM Auto, said, “We are committed to reducing emissions on a global scale and revolutionizing public transport by combining efficiency, sustainability, and passenger comfort.”
The venture highlights a shared commitment by both companies to accelerate the UAE’s transition to cleaner, smarter, and more sustainable mobility solutions.