Siemens: Powering Sustainable Transport in Tuscany

Siemens eMobility is partnering with Autolinee Toscane, part of the RATP DEV Italia Group, to electrify bus depots in Florence, Prato and Lucca.
The collaboration supports the deployment of a zero-emission bus fleet, a pillar of Tuscany’s transition to sustainable public transport.
By installing 73 SICHARGE UC charging points with power outputs of 100 and 150 kW, Siemens ensures the region’s electric buses benefit from fast, reliable charging.
The project goes beyond charging infrastructure.
Siemens has integrated medium and low-voltage electrical distribution systems with IoT-enabled switches, delivering consistent energy supply while ensuring transparency in usage. This combination of reliable hardware and smart technology is key to meeting the needs of modern electric vehicle fleets.
Digital tools drive smarter charging
To manage the charging processes efficiently, Siemens has introduced its DepotFinity software platform across the depots. The platform streamlines monitoring, reporting, programming and overall management of the charging infrastructure.
DepotFinity employs advanced smart charging logic, which enables Autolinee Toscane to optimise energy loads based on the operational needs of its bus fleet.
The system also supports pre-conditioning of vehicle batteries, ensuring optimal performance as buses set out on their routes. Details reports on mileage and usage also offer insights that help further refine operational efficiency.
The combination of smart software and robust hardware underpins Siemens’ commitment to building more sustainable public transport networks.
As Tuscany works toward its zero-emission goals, these innovations represent an important step forward in reducing the environmental impact of urban transit systems.
Expanding sustainable logistics with IPLANET
Beyond public transport, Siemens eMobility is revolutionising logistics infrastructure across Italy through a partnership with IPLANET, a provider of energy transition solutions. Together, they are transforming 120 logistics sites into sustainable energy hubs by deploying cutting-edge charging solutions.
This includes hundreds of 300-400 kW charging points, designed to meet the needs of heavy-duty electric vehicles such as e-trucks.
The charging stations are equipped with integrated Point of Sale (POS) systems that comply with the European Union’s Alternative Fuels Infrastructure Regulation (AFIR). These systems offer seamless activation via apps or QR codes and feature interactive screens to improve accessibility, particularly for users with disabilities.
Key to the project is Siemens’ use of scalable compact transformer substations and medium and low-voltage electrical distribution systems. These are designed to integrate seamlessly with renewable energy sources, enabling the use of solar and wind power.
In addition, remote monitoring and management capabilities are supported by independent connectivity channels, ensuring reliable and continuous operation.
Several sites already feature advanced facilities, including photovoltaic installations and battery energy storage systems (BESS) for parking areas. These turnkey service areas also offer specialised charging solutions for e-trucks, marking a shift from traditional petrol stations to eco-friendly mobility hubs.
With this partnership, Siemens and IPLANET are setting a new standard for logistics infrastructure, demonstrating how innovation can drive the energy transition in the transport and logistics sectors.
Siemens’ global leadership in electric mobility
Siemens eMobility’s work in Tuscany and beyond is backed by decades of expertise in developing sustainable technology solutions. With more than 100,000 charging points installed and more than 800 projects completed across 60 countries, Siemens is a leader in electric mobility.
Its portfolio of IoT-enabled hardware, software and services covers both alternating current (AC) and direct current (DC) charging applications, ranging from 11 kW for smaller vehicles to 1 MW for heavy-duty transport. This adaptability allows Siemens to serve a wide variety of markets, including the rapidly growing eBus and eTruck segments.
Markus Mildner, CEO of Siemens eMobility, summarises the company’s mission: “Projects like these underscore Siemens eMobility’s mission to integrate sustainable mobility into everyday life.
"By combining cutting-edge technology and strong partnerships, we’re helping to transform the transportation and logistics sectors for a more sustainable future.”
The partnerships with Autolinee Toscane and IPLANET are prime examples of Siemens’ focus on innovation and collaboration. By working with local and regional stakeholders, the company is driving the global shift towards sustainable transport and logistics systems.
With its forward-thinking approach, Siemens is helping Italy achieve its sustainability goals while setting a benchmark for similar initiatives worldwide.
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