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.