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Four fully electric, low-floor Karsan eJEST minibuses are supporting corporate transportation on the U.S. West Coast through MTRWESTERN, an established transportation operator known for its customized shuttle services and commitment to fleet electrification.
The vehicles were acquired to serve a major corporate customer whose transportation requirements include passenger comfort, accessibility and environmental sustainability.
For MTRWestern, the addition of the eJEST represents another step in its continuing investment in electric mobility, expanding the range of vehicles available for different transportation applications.
The deployment demonstrates how purpose-built electric minibuses can offer corporate transportation operators a practical combination of accessibility, passenger experience and operational flexibility.
MTRWestern is a privately owned transportation company serving customers throughout the Pacific Northwest, with operations in Seattle, Portland, Spokane and Eugene. Its services include employee transportation programs, corporate and university campus shuttles, fixed-route operations, charter transportation and customized mobility solutions. The company works with major employers, educational institutions, sports organizations and other customers requiring dependable passenger transportation. MTRWestern has also established a strong record in electric fleet development.
In August 2023, the company introduced a fully electric intercity bus service between Seattle and Bellingham, Washington, in partnership with Amtrak and the Washington State Department of Transportation. In September 2024, it expanded its electric operations by introducing battery-electric motorcoaches into charter service. The acquisition of four Karsan eJEST minibuses adds a smaller, accessible vehicle category to MTRWESTERN's evolving electric transportation portfolio.
Large corporate customers often require transportation between workplaces, parking facilities, transit connections and other destinations. These services can operate throughout the day, with passenger demand varying by time, destination and work schedule. For transportation operators, selecting the appropriate vehicle is essential. A full-sized bus may offer more seating and standing capacity than a particular shuttle service requires. At the same time, conventional smaller shuttle vehicles may not provide the low-floor accessibility or transit-grade passenger experience expected by a major corporate customer.
MTRWestern needed to meet its customer's transportation objectives with an electric vehicle that combined practical passenger capacity, wheelchair accessibility, comfort and dependable daily operation. The decision also aligned with MTRWestern's broader commitment to providing environmentally responsible transportation solutions. As the company expands its electric fleet, matching different vehicle types to individual client requirements remains an important part of its approach.
MTRWestern purchased four Karsan eJEST electric minibuses for corporate transportation operations serving a major West Coast customer.
The eJEST is a purpose-built, fully electric public transit vehicle designed for routes where a compact bus offers sufficient capacity without sacrificing accessibility. Its low-floor passenger compartment and wheelchair ramp provide inclusive boarding, while its modern interior, panoramic windows and quiet electric drivetrain contribute to a comfortable passenger experience. The eJEST's compact dimensions also make it suitable for environments where larger buses may be less convenient to operate, including corporate campuses, parking facilities, employment centres and local shuttle routes.
For MTRWestern, the vehicles provide an additional option for tailoring shuttle transportation to the specific needs of its customers.
Rather than relying on one vehicle category for every contract, operators can select capacity and vehicle features based on actual service requirements. This right-sizing approach is particularly relevant to corporate transportation, where accessibility, schedule reliability and the quality of the passenger experience influence the success of an employee shuttle program.
Damera Corporation congratulates MTRWestern on expanding its electric shuttle capabilities and bringing accessible, zero-emission transportation to a major corporate customer on the U.S. West Coast. The project demonstrates another practical application for right-sized electric mobility in North America.
Planning a corporate employee shuttle, university campus service, neighbourhood circulator or fleet electrification project? Damera Corporation helps transportation operators evaluate and deploy electric vehicles, charging infrustructure, provides technical training and long-term maintenance support.
Contact Damera Corporation to explore how the Karsan eJEST can meet your transportation requirements.
Email: sales@dameracorp.com
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