Aircraft refueller transporter, France

14th August 2020 By: Sheila Barradas - Creamer Media Research Coordinator & Senior Deputy Editor

Name of the Project
Aircraft refueller transporter (ART).

Location
The project is planned for the Airbus industrial site in Toulouse, France.

Project Owner/s
Gaussin and Total.

Project Description
The project involves the development of the world's first full electric ART.

The prototype will be capable of towing two fuel tankers with a fuel capacity of 30 t each.

This first firm order will enable Gaussin to expand its offering on the electric vehicles market and Total to provide a solution adapted to the refuelling business. It also paves the way for the development of a fleet of innovative vehicles specifically dedicated to aviation.

Potential Job Creation
Not stated

Capital Expenditure
Not stated.

Planned Start/End Date
Delivery is expected at the end of 2020.

Latest Developments
None stated.

Key Contracts and Suppliers
Saft (lithium-ion batteries for this future fleet).

Contact Details for Project Information
Gaussin, Christophe Gaussin, tel +33 3 84 46 13 45 or email invest@gaussin.com.
Total investor relations, tel +44 207 719 7962 or email ir@total.com.