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Damera Corporation was proud to participate in the 2025 Clean Buses East Conference in New York City—one of the industry's most important gatherings dedicated to advancing zero-emission public transit across North America.
As part of the Mississauga Bus Group of Companies, Damera’s mission is to help transit agencies build sustainable, accessible, and future-ready fleets. Our team provides more than vehicles—we deliver the tools, expertise, and support transit agencies need to meet modern mobility demands.
This year’s Clean Buses East event brought together policymakers, transit agencies, technology innovators, and manufacturers to explore practical solutions for electrifying public transportation—especially as agencies work to scale clean fuel fleets, enhance infrastructure, and prepare the workforce.
Karsan Automotive, an event sponsor, demonstrated its deep commitment to delivering high-quality electric mobility to North America. As the exclusive North American distributor of the fully electric Karsan eJEST minibus, Damera proudly showcased how right-sized vehicles like the eJEST are transforming mobility for rural, suburban, and underserved communities.
We engaged in meaningful discussions with key transit leaders, including R. Earl Lewis Jr., Director of Zero Emission Bus Infrastructure for the Maryland Department of Transportation. These conversations highlighted real-world challenges—such as charging infrastructure, fleet integration, and operational scalability—and how innovative vehicles like the eJEST can help address them.
We also valued insights from Adam Halsey of InductEV, whose work in wireless inductive charging is helping reduce barriers to electrification and creating more efficient transit networks.
These collaborations matter. Events like Clean Buses East provide an essential platform for honest dialogue between manufacturers, solution providers, and agencies. By working together, we can overcome obstacles and deliver reliable, clean mobility to more communities.
At the conference, Damera’s Vice President of North American Sales, Roman Duplak, P.Eng., M.Eng., emphasized a crucial point:
For the cost of one traditional 40-foot electric bus, agencies can deploy FOUR Karsan eJEST minibuses.
This affordability enables agencies to increase service frequency and route coverage—essential for building dependable, accessible transit networks that meet evolving community needs.
This comparison goes beyond cost—it speaks to how transit agencies can dramatically improve service coverage, frequency, and flexibility by thinking differently about fleet composition. With more vehicles on the road, communities benefit from shorter wait times, better connections between routes, and increased access to transit in suburban, rural, and underserved areas.
The eJEST is not a cutaways or retrofitted van—it’s a purpose-built, fully electric transit bus engineered for real-world operations, with a low-floor design, robust structure, and 12+ year lifecycle. By investing in a right-sized, scalable fleet, agencies can stretch budgets further, reach more riders, and deliver reliable, inclusive public transportation where it’s needed most.
The eJEST offers:
✅ Fully electric, zero-emission performance
✅ Low-floor accessibility, wide entrance, and electric ramp
✅ Modern design that enhances rider experience
✅ Simple integration into existing fleets without costly depot upgrades
It’s a solution that boosts ridership, reduces congestion, and connects suburban areas—delivering mobility that people enjoy and rely on.
At Damera, we believe real change happens through partnership. Our team works alongside agencies to deliver reliable vehicles, tailored charging solutions, training, and ongoing support. With decades of experience and a commitment to practical, scalable transit options, we help communities achieve their clean mobility goals.
If your agency is exploring cost-efficient, right-sized electric transit with long-term value, we’re here to help. Contact our team today to learn how the eJEST and Damera’s expertise can support your transit goals.
➡️ Explore available buses: Buses for Sale
➡️ Learn from real-world case studies: eJEST Case Studies
➡️ Contact us for details - together, we’re making transit work—cleaner, more accessible, and built for the future.
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