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Northern Irish bus manufacturer Wrightbus has officially launched the second-generation Electroliner battery-electric bus. According to UK trade media Bus-news, the new model delivers a longer range, faster charging, improved heating and cooling, extended battery life, and a longer warranty, with op…

From articulated bus articulation and lightweight design to predictive maintenance and cybersecurity, JOST is addressing the technical and operational challenges of modern buses. We discussed these topics with Roland Ramirez, Director of Program Management Global BusLink at JOST, who shares insights…

At Busworld 2025, Ventura Systems highlighted the first year under CEO Erik te Riele, reflecting on global market trends and the company’s approach to innovation. Te Riele noted the rapid shift toward battery-electric and hydrogen buses in Europe, the increasing competitiveness of the sector, and op…

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Intelligent transportation and fare collection systems supplier INIT has started work on MARTA’s Better Breeze fare collection system in the US (Atlanta). The implementation will proceed in phases through spring 2026 The project represents a comprehensive overhaul of the existing Breeze infrastructu…

BasiGo has expanded its electric bus infrastructure in Nairobi with the opening of three new charging depots located in Taj Mall (Pipeline), Komarock, and Riruta. A fourth facility is scheduled to open in Juja by the end of December. The expansion marks a further step in the company’s effort to esta…

Brazil and Mexico commit to allowing only zero emission medium- and heavy-duty vehicle sales by 2040 at the latest, with an interim goal of at least 30% new sales by 2030. The Global Memorandum of Understanding on Zero-Emission Medium- and Heavy-Duty Vehicles was signed today at the COP30 underway …

Como public transport operator ASF has introduced seven new Yutong electric buses — models E10 and E12 — officially presented on November 11. These electric buses in Como will operate on the city’s urban network, as reported on Italian trade media – and our sister platform – Autobus. Cha…

A few days ago, the first Iveco Bus E-Way electric buses began service on the streets of Milan (Italy), is reported on Italian trade media – and our sister platform – Autobus (with pictures by social media page and website Passione Trasporti). The manufacturer was awarded in late 2023 a …

At Busworld Europe 2025, ABB Traction presented its latest solutions for heavy-duty electric buses. In the spotlight there were the HES580 three-level inverter and the AMXE250S central motor, as well as high-performance LTO batteries. In this interview, Andreas Z’Graggen, Global Head of Energy Stora…

Recent developments in Norway, Denmark, and the United Kingdom have drawn attention to potential cybersecurity vulnerabilities in connected electric buses. Tests conducted by Ruter in Norway highlighted how Over-The-Air (OTA) software updates and connectivity modules could, in theory, provide extern…

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Karsan announces it has delivered 17 12-meter e-ATA electric buses to the Mersin Metropolitan Municipality. The project is part of a collaboration between the municipality and the European Union under the IPA II program. The Karsan e-ATA range was launched back in 2021. Karsan delivers e-buses in Me…

Swiss operators Regionalverkehr Bern-Solothurn (RBS) and Busbetrieb Solothurn Grenchen und Umgebung (BSGU) have awarded a joint contract to Daimler Buses Switzerland for the delivery of 39 Mercedes eCitaro, including both standard and articulated models, as reported on RBS’s website. The new v…

With 94 percent of its city bus fleet now fully electric, Osnabrück stands among Germany’s undisputed frontrunners in zero-emission public transport. The milestone was reached with the entry into service of 19 new Mercedes eCitaro buses supplied by Daimler Buses. The vehicles officially entered serv…

Between January and September 2025, ACEA reports that registrations of electric buses in the European Union reached 6,444 units, up 49 percent compared to the same period in 2024. When including the United Kingdom and EFTA countries, the figure rises to 9,346 units – a 52 percent increase year-on-ye…

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In the first half of 2025, a total of 279 hydrogen buses were registered in Europe, a 426% growth on the 53 registered in January – June of last year. 2024 ended with a record figure of 378 H2 buses registered… this year we are already at 74% to achieve the same volume. However, despite promising po…

Isuzu Motors will debut its next-generation fuel cell bus, the ERGA FCV, at the Japan Mobility Show 2025 in Tokyo (starting 30 October). The vehicle, developed jointly with Toyota Motor Corporation, will be exhibited as part of the Tokyo Future Tour 2035 program — one of the show’s main highlights. …

Isuzu and Toyota will jointly develop a fuel cell bus, with production scheduled to start in FY2026 at J-Bus’s Utsunomiya plant. It’s Toyota sharing this information in a recent press note. The model will be based on the flat-floor battery-electric bus platform designed by Isuzu and manufactur…

Cologne’s regional transport company Regionalverkehr Köln (RVK) has entered the construction phase of its Green Mobility Centre in Bergisch Gladbach-Moitzfeld. Following the completion of access roads for construction vehicles earlier this year, earthworks and the building of a retaining wall …

CaetanoBus has delivered its first hydrogen-powered electric buses for a pilot in Finland, marking a step in the company’s expansion across Europe. The Portuguese company already has more than 215 electric hydrogen-powered buses sold in Europe, has supplied a fleet in Madrid earlier this year and is…

When it comes to selecting the appropriate drivetrain for your bus fleet, it is important to consider the benefits and drawbacks each presents – and consequently which type of zero-emission technology will be the most efficient for passenger service requirements, duty cycle, refuel/recharge time, de…

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Horse Powertrain was among the leading companies at Busworld Europe in Brussels, where it unveiled its new range of REEV (Range Extended Electric Vehicle) powertrain systems — electric engines with an integrated generator that extends driving range up to 450 km. Among the main models showcased were …

After establishing its presence in the European automotive market, VinFast is now taking its first concrete step into public transport. At Busworld Europe 2025 in Brussels, the Vietnamese manufacturer unveiled its EB 8 and EB 12 electric buses, marking the official start of its activities in the con…

When you think of public transport, you picture a bus, a tram, or a metro. When you think of Uber, you imagine a car-or at most, an app. These mental associations are understandable, but they’re also limiting. Public transport is evolving: transit agencies are increasingly integrating on-deman…

Profitability of public transport post-pandemic, the evolution of mobility demand patterns, global challenges such as driver retention, autonomous driving, and the energy transition: these are some of the topics discussed with Thierry Mallet, Chairman and CEO (since 2016) of the multinational Transd…

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East Yorkshire Buses, in UK, announces it has completed the first phase of its electric vehicle infrastructure programme, preparing the ground for the arrival of 21 new battery-electric Wrightbus vehicles scheduled to enter service later this year. The new vehicles will operate on Hull’s urban netwo…

Ekoenergetyka and Swedish charging operator Gito have recently opened a brand-new charging station in Ängelholm. The latter is equipped with Ekoenergetyka’s cutting-edge high-power solution. For the new site, Ekoenergetyka has delivered two Axon Side DLBS power units combined with four SAT…

Siemens has introduced SICHARGE FLEX, a new generation of electric vehicle (EV) charging systems designed for the transition to high-power, flexible, and scalable charging. The system aims to combine modularity, high power density, and dynamic power distribution. The product was officially launched …

From 2026, Daimler Buses will install its own public charging stations for electric buses and coaches. The initiative targets high-traffic tourist destinations such as city bus parking lots and amusement parks, aiming to make electric vehicles viable on travel routes that extend beyond urban public …

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Electric drive manufacturer Traktionssysteme Austria (TSA) is investing 9.5 million euros in the construction of a new punching center (“Plant 3a”) at its Wiener Neudorf headquarters, in Austria. The project is part of TSA’s long-term “TSA City” development, aimed at modernising production, increasi…

Škoda Group announces it has entered into a strategic partnership with Microvast to co-develop and produce battery systems for public transport vehicles. The cooperation focuses initially on rail applications, however “The design of these battery systems will also allow them to be used in othe…

CNG & LNG

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In Italy, recent investments reflect a significant interest towards methane-powered buses as part of the country’s strategy to modernize its public transport fleet with low-emission options. With initiatives from both the national procurement body Consip and the Puglia Region, both released during t…

Bologna’s municipal public transport operator TPER has inaugurated its new LNG (liquefied natural gas), bioLNG and L-CNG (compressed natural gas derived from liquid methane) distribution station inside the company depot in via Ferrarese, Bologna. The plant, now operational, will guarantee the …

Egyptian bus OEM Geyushi announces advancements of a major diesel-to-CNG retrofitting project in Cairo and Alexandria: as many as 2,262 are involved in the conversion process. Such a project leverages on Egypt’s abundant natural gas resources and sees Geyushi working in partnership with the Ministry…

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Arriva Group has announced the roll-out of an Artificial Intelligence (AI) platform across its London bus operations, following a successful pilot phase in collaboration with technology start-up Prospective Labs. The system, called FlowOS Live, is designed to improve operational performance and redu…

Optibus announces it has introduced new capabilities to Optibus AI, that the company claims being the “first Generative Artificial Intelligence (GenAI) suite purpose-built for public and private operators and agencies”. Optibus AI features a growing number of industry-specific AI agents …

Go-Ahead has launched a large-scale deployment of charge management software from BetterFleet, aiming to optimise the performance of one of the largest electric bus fleets in Europe. The implementation covers over 1,000 electric buses and chargers across 20 UK depots, with plans to expand the system…

KIRA pilot project in the Rhein-Main region is kicking off, with passengers to be transported according to Level 4 driverless capabilities. Initiated by Deutsche Bahn and Rhein-Main-Verkehrsverbund (RMV), the service operates in Langen and Egelsbach (Offenbach district) and is accessible to register…

Alternative drive coach

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At Busworld Europe 2025, Higer marked a new step in its European strategy with the premiere of three electric coaches from the New V Series: the V12E, V12E Pro, and V13E. The three models, all developed with European standards in mind, are supported by Higer’s aftersales and service network on the c…

MAN Truck & Bus raised the curtain on the Lion’s Coach 14 E today in Brussels during Busworld. It’s the first fully electric coach from a major European manufacturer, first presented in May in Ankara but now visible in its definitive design. Building on the success of the Lion’s City E fam…

Scania unveiled its new high-floor battery-electric bus and coach platform at Busworld Europe 2025 in Brussels. The platform enables fully electric high-floor buses and coaches for both urban and travel applications, providing operators with a scalable path to zero-emission transport. At Scania stan…

Trolleybus and tramway

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Czech city of Ústí nad Labem is set to receive up to 30 articulated trolleybuses from Skoda. The city’s transport company, Dopravní podnik města Ústí nad Labem, and Škoda Group have signed a framework agreement involving the model Škoda 33Tr articulated, with a total contract value of CZK 650 …

The Vestland County Council, in Norway, has decided to gradually shut down Bergen’s trolleybus service by 2030, putting an end to nearly a century of continuous operation, is reported on Norwegian trade media Bussmagasinet. Faulty infrastructure for Bergen trolleybus line The decision follows years …

Czech public transport operator Dopravní podnik Ostrava (DPO) and Škoda Group have signed a framework agreement for up to 16 new Škoda 26Tr battery trolleybuses. Fourteen vehicles are part of the base order, with two additional units as an option. Deliveries will begin in 2027 in Ostrava, the third …

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The Coach Tourism Association has launched a new-look for its annual flagship business development event for the coach tourism sector. The Annual CTA Workshop, sponsored by Tourism Ireland, will take place next year in Derry-Londonderry between 6-10 February 2026, as the association announces in a p…

The Busworld Europe 2025 Congress, held from 6 to 9 October 2025 in Brussels, drew 1,242 unique participants to its sessions. The event ran in parallel with the exhibition Busworld Europe 2025, which welcomed 45,427 visitors (+12% compared to the 40,100 registered at Busworld 2023), representing 101…

45,427 visitors joined Busworld Europe 2025 in Brussels (+12% compared to the 40,100 registered at Busworld 2023), representing 101 countries. Today the Busworld organization shared the data outcome of this year edition of the most important bus and coach exhibition worldwide. 559 exhibitors came 40…

Ballard Power Systems launches its new-generation transit fuel cell module, the FCmove®-SC, at Busworld in Brussels. Designed for city transit duty, the FCmove®-SC builds on Ballard’s market-leading FCmove® family to deliver greater sustained power, simplified vehicle integration, improved in-servic…

The shift to zero-emission public transport in Europe is accelerating, driven by regulatory pressure and new financing tools. At Busworld Europe 2025, underway in Brussels from 4 to 9 October, E-GAP is presenting its Fleet-as-a-Service (FaaS) model as a turnkey solution for fleet electrification.

This content, authored by Grayson Thermal Systems, belongs to the series Busworld Spotlight, offering a dedicated space to companies presenting their vision, products, strategies and innovative solutions in the run-up to Busworld Europe 2025, from October 4–9 in Brussels, Belgium – and beyond.Grayso…

Times have changed, and the market is increasingly focused on electric mobility and environmental and social sustainability, undergoing an unprecedented shift towards passenger comfort. Consequently, the structure of buses is also changing: the transition fromendothermic engines to electric motors…

This content is authored by Masats and belongs to the series Busworld Spotlight, offering a dedicated space to companies presenting their vision, products, strategies and innovative solutions in the run-up to Busworld Europe 2025, from October 4–9 in Brussels, Belgium – and beyond.Masats is exhibiti…

Alfabus Europa looks forward to seeing you at Busworld Europe 2025, an opportunity to strengthen dialogue with the market, create new commercial partnerships with local authorities and public administrations, and share the latest developments in our range of electric vehicles designed specifically t…

Across Europe, road safety remains a top priority. According to the European Commission, buses are involved in thousands of accidents each year, resulting in hundreds of fatalities — many caused by blind spot collisions with vulnerable road users such as cyclists and pedestrians. To help prevent the…

At Busworld Europe 2025 in Brussels, ZF is presenting its latest advancements in bus and coach technologies, focusing on efficiency, safety, and sustainability. The company highlighted a broad portfolio of decarbonization, automation, intelligent chassis, safety, and digital solutions, all aimed at …

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