Munich Startup: What does Arthur Bus do? What problem do you solve?
Philipp Glonner, Arthur Bus: Arthur Bus is a Mobility companies and system manufacturers with a focus on emission-free mobility in public transport. Our company has the most modern hydrogen bus developed worldwide to address the challenges of sustainable transport.
Munich Startup: But that's been around for a long time!
Philipp Glonner: While alternative drive concepts already exist, Arthur Bus differentiates itself through innovative technologies and a holistic approach. The vehicle was completely redesigned. Our hydrogen bus sets new standards in efficiency and range, making it unique on the market.
Munich Startup: What is 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 determination to be part of the solution instead of just debating it.
Munich Startup: What have been your biggest challenges so far?
Philipp Glonner: The biggest challenges included the technological development of the hydrogen bus and overcoming existing market hurdles in the public sector.
Arthur Bus wants to strengthen its presence in the market
Munich Startup: Where would you like to be in one year, where in five years?
Philipp Glonner: In one year, we aim to intensify our ongoing series production of our hydrogen buses and strengthen our market presence. In five years, we envision 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 previous experience as a startup in Germany, we have experienced comparatively little. The challenge is that startups in Germany face particular hurdles, which has led us to increasingly focus on foreign markets. The bureaucracy in public competition is extremely restrictive and discourages innovation. Apart from that, funding for startups is virtually nonexistent. Therefore, our initial market launch began abroad. We have had extremely positive experiences there.
Munich Startup: Risk or security?
Philipp Glonner: From a business perspective: risk. With our bus: maximum safety!
