The MAN Lion’s City E continues its success story: MAN Truck & Bus has received an order for 112 fully electric Lion’s City E city buses for Vilnius, the capital of Lithuania. The public transport operator Vilniaus viešasis transportas (VVT) has signed two contracts for the delivery of 84 solo buses (12-meter-long) and 28 articulated buses (18-meter-long). This marks the largest e-bus procurement in Lithuanian history.
“This order is further impressive proof of the MAN Lion’s City E’s strong market position in Europe. Vilnius is placing its trust in our proven technology, thereby sending a strong signal for the future of zero-emission public transport – far beyond Lithuania’s borders,” says Robert Katzer, Head of Sales & Product Bus at MAN Truck & Bus.
A significant step toward the mobility transition in Vilnius
The new electric buses will replace part of VVT’s existing diesel bus fleet and noticeably improve the quality of public transportation in the Lithuanian capital. Passengers will benefit from quieter, smoother, and more comfortable rides. Drivers can look forward to an innovative and ergonomic work environment. Depending on the model, the buses offer a range of up to 380 kilometers. On board, there are also modern air conditioning systems, passenger information systems, Wi-Fi, and charging options for mobile devices.
“We are consistently phasing out polluting vehicles and transitioning to cleaner, quieter, and more efficient solutions. The expansion of electric buses allows us not only to improve the quality of public transport but also to move steadily toward a climate-neutral city,” says Valdas Benkunskas, Mayor of Vilnius.
Ignas Degutis, CEO of VVT, highlights the historic nature of the project: “This is a project of exceptional scale and complexity, not only in Vilnius but across Lithuania. Today marks an important stage – the acquisition of electric buses. At the same time, we are implementing parallel developments, including charging infrastructure, power capacity, depot upgrades, and new operational models. This is a long-term transformation that will reshape not only the vehicle fleet but also the overall approach to public transport operations.”
Delivery from late 2026 through the end of 2027
In Lithuania, the buses will be delivered by ADAMPOLIS, MAN’s exclusive and long-standing local partner. ADAMPOLIS will also handle technical maintenance for a period of five years. The first vehicles are scheduled to arrive in Vilnius later this year. Delivery of the remainder of the fleet is planned through late 2027. “Our goal is to ensure that every passenger feels welcome in public transport – that journeys are not only fast but also comfortable, safe, and pleasant. Electric buses reduce pollution and noise while providing a smoother travel experience for both residents and visitors. Fleet renewal is an essential step in making public transport the most attractive mobility option in the city,” says Loreta Levulyt?-Staškevi?ien?, Head of JUDU, the organization responsible for public transport services in Vilnius.
MAN Lion’s City E: An European Success Story
The order from Vilnius fits seamlessly into the impressive growth trajectory of the MAN Lion’s City E. Since its market launch in 2019, more than 3,300 vehicles have already been produced and delivered. In daily operation, these have collectively covered around 250 million kilometers, saving approximately 150,000 tons of CO2compared to conventional diesel buses. In the 2025 fiscal year alone, sales of MAN e-buses grew by 118 percent compared to the previous year – a new record with more than 1,300 vehicles sold. Today, roughly one in every two MAN city buses sold in Europe is electrically powered. To meet the steadily growing demand, MAN recently began series production of the Lion’s City E at its Ankara plant in Turkey – as the third global e-bus production site alongside Starachowice in Poland and Olifantsfontein in South Africa.
