Omega Seiki’s 9-meter low-floor e-bus (2026 launch) features 195kWh battery & 30-min fast charging, aiming for 40% government fleet market share.
Strategic Expansion Highlights
✅ New Product: 9-meter low-floor e-bus for STUs
✅ Launch Timeline: 2026
✅ Market Target: 40% segment share in government contracts
✅ Global Footprint: UAE manufacturing plant by 2025 (Africa/Middle East focus)
Technical Specifications & Competitive Edge
Powertrain Performance
| Component | Specification | Competitive Advantage |
|---|---|---|
| Motor | 800W (190kW peak) | Higher torque for stop-start urban routes |
| Battery | 195kWh NMC chemistry | 200km range (AIS-039 certified) |
| Charging | 30min (0-80%) / 6hrs (full) | Dual-mode flexibility for depot/opportunity charging |
Operational Economics
✔ 15% lower TCO vs diesel buses (Frost & Sullivan estimates)
✔ 85% localization (leveraging existing 3W supply chain)
✔ PM e-Bus Sewa scheme eligibility
Manufacturing & Market Strategy
Production Capacity
- India: 800 buses/year (expandable)
- UAE Plant: Additional 500+ units/year capacity (2026)
Demand Drivers
✔ Government Contracts: 50,000 e-buses targeted under PM e-Bus Sewa
✔ Private Sector: Staff transportation, school buses
✔ Export Markets: Middle East/Africa EV transition
Leadership Vision
Uday Narang, Founder & Chairman:
*”Our e-bus combines Swadeshi engineering with global benchmarks—offering STUs a 200km solution that outperforms Chinese imports on lifecycle costs.”*
Industry Context
2025 Market Shift (Frost & Sullivan)
- Urban Focus: 60% of demand from city transport corporations
- Tier 2/3 Expansion: Smaller towns adopting 8-10m buses
- Private Operators: Corporates/schools transitioning to electric
Competitive Landscape
| Player | Key Offering | Omega’s Edge |
|---|---|---|
| Olectra | 12m buses | More maneuverable 9m format |
| JBM | Metro feeder buses | Higher localization (85% vs 70%) |
| BYD India | Premium models | 30% cost advantage |
Differentiators:
✔ Modular design for easy maintenance
✔ Telematics-ready for smart fleet management
✔ AIS-140 compliance with emergency features
Upcoming Milestones:
- Prototype testing (Q4 2025)
- UAE plant inauguration (Dec 2025)
