Munich Startup: What does Arthur Bus do? What problem are you solving?
Philipp Glonner, Arthur Bus: Arthur Bus is a mobility company and system manufacturer focused on emission-free mobility in public transportation. Our company has developed the most modern hydrogen bus in the world to address the challenges in sustainable transportation.
Munich Startup: But that’s already been done for a long time!
Philipp Glonner: While alternative propulsion concepts already exist, Arthur Bus differentiates itself through innovative technologies and a holistic approach. The vehicle was developed from scratch. Our hydrogen bus sets new standards in efficiency and range, making it unique on the market.
Munich Startup: What’s your founding story?
Philipp Glonner: A shared vision! The collective drive to actively bring about change instead of just waiting for tomorrow’s developments. The decision to be part of the solution rather than just debating it.
Munich Startup: What were your biggest challenges so far?
Philipp Glonner: Among the biggest challenges were the technological development of the hydrogen bus and overcoming existing market barriers in the public sector.
Arthur Bus wants to strengthen its market presence
Munich Startup: Where do you want to stand in one year, where in five years?
Philipp Glonner: In one year, we aim to intensify our launched series production of hydrogen buses and strengthen our market presence. In five years, we see Arthur Bus as an established original equipment manufacturer (OEM) in the global market for emission-free mobility and a successful IPO.
Munich Startup: How have you experienced Munich as a startup location so far?
Philipp Glonner: In our experience so far, we’ve experienced relatively little as a startup in Germany. The challenge is that startups in Germany face particular hurdles, which has led us to focus more heavily on international markets. The bureaucracy in public procurement is extremely restrictive and risk-averse toward innovation. Aside from that, support for startups is virtually non-existent. Therefore, our market entry initially began abroad. We’re gathering extremely positive experiences here.
Munich Startup: Risk or security?
Philipp Glonner: From an entrepreneurial perspective: risk. With our bus: maximum safety!
