Busworld Europe 2025 has closed its doors two weeks ago after another record-breaking edition. This year’s show was bigger and better than ever, with more space, more exhibitors and an incredible atmosphere throughout the Brussels Expo halls.
This year, the diversity of concepts and suppliers was striking: established manufacturers showcased near-series models for the European market, while newcomers attracted attention with bold design ideas and new technical approaches. In addition to big names such as Mercedes-Benz, VDL, Yutong and BYD, new players such as MG Motor and VinFast were also represented. Specialised manufacturers such as HESS and Erwin A. Lang also surprised visitors with innovative solutions in the areas of lightweight construction and e-mobility.
All photos of the buses on display can be found in our trade fair report:
The following alphabetical overview shows the most important vehicle and technology premieres at Busworld Europe 2025 – from new city and coaches to intelligent components and systems that mark the next step towards sustainable mobility.
Busworld Europe 2025 – Manufacturers and Premieres (Alphabetical)
- Alexander Dennis (UK) – Presented the updated Enviro400EV, featuring lighter construction and improved battery technology for double-decker efficiency.
- Alfabus (China) – Showcased new fully electric midibus concepts for the European market, focusing on lightweight design and modular battery options.
- Altertek (France) – Introduced two energy storage innovations: Hybrid & Full Electric ESS Regeneration and Bus ESS Re-Cell Service, designed for longevity and recyclability.
- Ankai (China) – Displayed the new H9 Fuel Cell, a next-generation hydrogen bus with integrated fuel cell technology.
- AutonomyNow (USA) – Premiere of ADAS Streamlined, a system to simplify and integrate driver assistance functions for city and coach buses.
- Ballard Power Systems (Canada) – Presented the new FCmove-S C fuel cell for heavy-duty vehicles with higher power density and modular design.
- BMC (Turkey) – Showcased new variants of the electric Neocity E series with modern interiors and improved charging options.
- Bosch (Germany) – Introduced compact fuel cell systems Fuel Cell Power Modules compact 100 & 190 for buses and trucks.
- Butterfly Flexible Seating Solutions (USA) – Presented the Convertible Sleeper Seat, an innovative solution for coach buses with transformable sleeping positions.
- BYD (China) – Unveiled the new fully electric bus platform for city and intercity buses; the BYD B13.B was awarded Design Runner-up Bus.
- CaetanoBus (Portugal) – Showcased updated H2.CityGold and e.CityGold lines with more efficient fuel cells and battery systems.
- CitySwift (Ireland) – Presented the AI-based Headway Simulations system for real-time timetable optimization.
- Daimler Buses (Germany) – Premieres: Fully electric Mercedes-Benz eIntouro (intercity bus) and updated Setra S 515 HD (Safety and Comfort Coach awards).
- Erwin A. Lang (Austria) – Presented the FUENF-E by Lang, a concept vehicle for modular e-bus platforms with local assembly options.
- Golden Dragon (China) – Showcased new electric buses for export, including a compact coach variant.
- HESS (Switzerland) – Introduced the lighTram® 25 DC, a 25-meter double-articulated electric bus with new battery system and optimized fast charging.
- Higer (China) – Showcased new electric city buses adapted to European ECE regulations.
- Imagry (Israel) – Demonstrated fully autonomous buses with camera-based navigation without LiDAR.
- Irizar e-mobility (Spain) – Updated ieTram and ieBus lines with new battery options and improved thermal management.
- IVECO BUS (Italy) – Premieres: 100% electric eDAILY LE and biomethane-capable midibus G-WAY.
- Jaakko-Tuote Oy (Finland) – Presented JTPrivacy Glass, a variable tint window system.
- Karsan (Turkey) – Showcased expanded e-bus models, including eATA Hydrogen with fuel cell technology from Ford Otosan.
- K2 Mobility (Germany) – Introduced PANION Integrated Charging Management, a software platform for charging infrastructure control.
- King Long (China) – Design Runner-up Coach with the new Merry Combo, an aerodynamic coach concept.
- Konvekta (Germany) – Premiere of NeXwork Intelligent Climate Network, a connected climate control system for electric buses.
- MAN Truck & Bus (Germany) – Premieres: Fully electric MAN eCoach and new generation Lion’s City E with up to 640 km range.
- MCV (Egypt/UK) – Presented new electric city buses for the European market with ZF e-axles.
- MG Motor (China/UK) – Premiere: First fully electric city bus by MG, marking the brand’s entry into European commercial vehicles.
- MyBusDirect (India) – Concept: Industry 4.0 Starts with Employee Transportation, digitalizing shuttle operations.
- Otokar (Turkey) – Premiere: Electric coach e-Territo 13, awarded Ecology Coach.
- Protecfire (Germany) – Premiere: Fire suppression system Detexline 4V for e-bus battery compartments.
- Saint-Gobain Sekurit Transport (France) – New Amplisky® OMBRA / PERLA, glass solutions for energy efficiency and thermal management.
- Scania (Sweden) – Presented new electric bus generation for urban and intercity transport.
- Setra → see Daimler Buses.
- Solaris Bus & Coach (Poland) – Premiere: Urbino 10.5 Electric, addition to the Urbino electric bus family.
- SOR Libchavy (Czech Republic) – Updated NS Electric models with improved battery cooling.
- Spheros Germany – Premiere: REVO®-E R290, energy-efficient climate system with natural refrigerant.
- Temsa (Turkey) – Premieres: Avenue Neo (9 m e-city bus) and updated Prestij Cityline.
- UNVI (Spain) – Concept vehicle C26, futuristic design, Honourable Mention at the Design Award.
- Van Hool (Belgium) – Returned to the show with a new coach generation after company restructuring.
- VDL Bus & Coach (Netherlands) – Premiere: Futura 3, awarded Design Coach 2025.
- Veldo Teknoloji (Turkey) – Showcased monitoring system KONTROLBURDA for connected vehicles.
- VinFast (Vietnam) – European premiere of electric models EB8 and EB12, first appearance at Busworld.
- Volvo Buses (Sweden) – Displayed electric city buses with modular battery systems.
- Wrightbus (UK) – Presented the new generation StreetDeck Electroliner series.
- Wuxi Hongyu Auto-Parts (China) – Premiere: Ray Tracing Roof, a light-optimized bus roof system.
- Yutong Bus (China) – Premieres: U15, T14E, IC12E – multiple awards (Grand Award Bus and Coach, Ecology Bus, Safety Bus).
- ZF Group (Germany) – Premiere: e-comp Scroll Electric Air Compressor, plus updated AxTrax / CeTrax drive units.
- Zhengzhou Senpeng Electronics (China) – Premiere: Senptec Electric Digital Driver’s Workplace (DWP), fully digital driver interface.
- Zhongtong Bus (China) – New e-coach models and hydrogen buses presented.
A vibrant and growing exhibition
The 2025 edition hosted 559 exhibitors from 40 countries, including 81 bus manufacturers (compared to 66 in 2023) showcasing 209 vehicles inside and 29 outside; a total that would stretch over 3.5 kilometres if lined up. The exhibition covered 82,000 square metres with 6.8 kilometres of corridors. Also the visitor number increased, reaching a dazzling 45,427 from 101 countries. Exhibitors reported excellent business leads and strong interest from operators, engineers and decision-makers.
The feedback was clear: Busworld Europe 2025 has once again proven to be the most important global meeting place for the bus and coach industry.
Strong international media presence
The event attracted 405 accredited journalists, vloggers and photographers from 49 countries covering every aspect of passenger transport. Around 50 social media reporters and influencers were present, sharing impressions, interviews and live videos with audiences around the world.
In total, 34 press conferences were held, alongside 23 vehicle unveilings and innovation premieres, a clear proof of Busworld’s position as the launchpad for the industry’s most exciting developments.
Inspiring congress sessions
The Busworld Europe 2025 Congress brought together 1242 industry leaders, experts and policymakers. The four-day programme featured discussions on zero-emission technology, digitalisation, safety, socio-economics and the future of long-distance coach travel. Attendance numbers were that strong, mainly due to the partnership with the European Commission and the collaboration with the main European associations in people’s mobility, showing the industry’s eagerness to share knowledge and look ahead together.
Three key takeaways stood out from the Congress:
- By 2030 more than 60% of urban buses in Europe will be battery electric, showing that the transition to zero-emission mobility is well underway.
- Defining zero emission based on carbon neutrality rather than just tailpipe emissions could accelerate the decarbonization of long-haul transport activities.
- The seamless exchange of vehicle-generated data will be crucial for building safe and comfortable multi-modal mobility systems in the future.
Celebrating excellence: Busworld Vehicle Awards
The Busworld Vehicle Awards once again recognized outstanding achievement in bus and coach manufacturing. A jury of around 30 international experts, divided into 12 specialist working groups, evaluated every aspect of vehicle performance — from design and safety to digital systems and sustainability. This holistic approach reflects Busworld’s commitment to promoting technological excellence and innovation across the industry.
Two Grand Awards were presented:
- Grand Award Bus for the Yutong Bus U15
- Grand Award Coach for the Yutong Bus T14E.
In addition, Labels of Excellence were awarded to vehicles excelling in Safety, Comfort and Ecology:
- Safety Coach: Setra S 515 HD
- Ecology Coach: Otokar e-Territo 13 and Yutong IC12E
- Comfort Coach: Setra S 515 HD
- Safety Bus: Yutong Bus U15
- Comfort Bus: Mercedes-Benz eCitaro
- Ecology Bus: Yutong Bus U15
Busworld also granted the first Vehicle Design Awards
The Design Jury evaluated the exterior and interior design and ergonomics of all buses and coaches displayed at Busworld Europe 2025, including those not competing in the main Vehicle Awards.
Winners are:
- Design Coach: VDL Bus & Coach – Futura 3
- Design Bus: Yutong Bus U15.
Runners-up in coach are: 1st Runner-up: Yutong T14E and 2nd Runner-up: King Long Merry Combo.
Runners-up in bus are: 1st Runner-up: Mercedes-Benz eCitaro and 2nd Runner-up: BYD B13.B.
Honourable Mentions were given to UNVI C26 – a concept vehicle that truly stood out in the exhibition halls, but as it is not yet a production model, it could not be awarded the Design Award for Bus – and Autonomous Systems – among the autonomous vehicles present, this model made the strongest design impression thanks to its sleek and clean lines.
Starting from Busworld 2027, autonomous vehicles might become a dedicated vehicle design award category.
Recognising innovation: results of the Innovation Voting
Innovation was another major highlight of Busworld Europe 2025. The Innovation Voting allowed visitors to play the role of jury, evaluating the products and technologies that had been pre-selected by the Busworld Awards Jury as part of the official shortlist:
- A&K Fahrzeugteile Heidenau – Omnibus Classic Parts Program
- ACTIA – PowerDrive Cortex
- Altertek – Hybrid & Full Electric ESS Regeneration / Bus ESS Re-Cell Service
- AutonomyNow – ADAS Streamlined
- Butterfly Flexible Seating Solutions – Motorcoach Convertible Sleeper Seat
- CitySwift – CitySwift Headway Simulations
- Imagry – Imagry Autonomous Buses
- K2 Mobility – PANION Integrated Charging Management
- Konvekta – NeXwork Intelligent Climate Network for Electric Buses
- Robert Bosch – Fuel Cell Power Modules Compact 100 & 190
- Yutong Bus – Immersive Surround Sound & NFC Digital Key Application
- ZF – e-comp Scroll Electric Air Compressor
Conclusion and outlook
Mieke Glorieux, Managing Director of Busworld Europe concluded:
“After months of preparation, the moment the doors open is always special. A feeling shared by every stand manager and communication team. The positive energy during the show is incredible, and when the bus horns echo on the final day at 18:00, it’s hard to say goodbye. A big thank you from the whole team to all exhibitors, visitors and supporters — you drive us!”
Preparations for the next one are already underway. Busworld Europe 2027 will return to Brussels from 16 to 21 October 2027, once again bringing together the global bus and coach community.
19.10.2025
