Busworld Europe 2025 has closed its doors 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.
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 Congress once again brought together 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 strong, 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 percent 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 and
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
