A smartbus is a bus that drives autonomously within a depot, without a driver. It precisely plans its movements based on the specific layout and operating rules of each depot, navigates independently between key operational zones, and parks with high accuracy while performing daily service manoeuvres. By automating routine, repetitive depot operations, smartbuses improve safety and operational fluency and provide a practical first step toward the automation of public transport available today.

SmartDEPOT™ is a system that is a key piece of equipment in every smartbus, enabling it to drive autonomously around the depot. It operates in a closed, controlled environment, making implementation possible today. The system can be installed at the production stage of any type of bus, including minibuses and standard 12m buses - always adapting to the individual needs of the transport operator.

Unlike previous proof-of-concept projects, SmartDEPOT™ is a production-ready solution designed for immediate deployment and ROI. We focus on practical implementation that works with your existing infrastructure, delivers measurable operational benefits, and requires minimal changes to your current depot setup.

Yes. On‑vehicle perception is in many ways safer: the smartbus continuously “sees” its surroundings, independent of line‑of‑sight constraints or blind spots that can affect infrastructure‑mounted sensors. It also creates a direct technology path from depot automation with SmartDEPOT™ to future autonomous operation of buses on public roads.