New partnership to develop smart management system for electric buses

Under a new partnership signed on December 9, VinBus will launch the nation’s first bus that is fully equipped with a range of modern technology aimed at improving safety and offering customers a modern service.

In line with the co-operation agreement, VinBus and Advantech Vietnam will collaborate and support each other in terms of utilising various technology platforms and technical facilities, with specific solutions focusing on artificial intelligence (AI) cameras that monitor driving behaviour, free Wi-Fi for passengers, and monitoring equipment.

Most notably, the intelligent monitoring system installed on the bus will provide an immediate warning in the event that the driver becomes distracted or is sleepy, while service quality, speed, and the travel schedule will be controlled in an effective manner.

Advantech represents the world’s leading manufacturer of industrial computers. It is the 23rd largest firm in the world for developing Internet of Things (IoT) equipment.

The agreement penned with Advantech marks the next step for VinBus after entering into a strategic partnership with Star Charge, the world's leading provider of recharging equipment and solutions.

VinBus has so far teamed up with major partners in a bid to build the largest electric bus charging station system throughout ASEAN, as well as to apply IoT technology to the smart management system for electric buses in Vietnam, factors which help reduce emissions and noise pollution in major cities.

The first electric bus model manufactured by VinFast, a subsidiary of Vietnamese conglomerate VinGroup, was put into operation on a trial basis in October. The scheme was launched at the firm’s own manufacturing complex in the northern port city of Hai Phong.