Top School Bus Companies

In 2024, the global school bus industry remains highly competitive, with both traditional players and new entrants focusing on advancements in sustainability, electrification, and technological innovations. Leading players such as Forest River, Collins Bus Corporation, and Blue Bird Corporation continue to dominate, leveraging their established distribution channels and expertise in manufacturing traditional and electric buses. The competitive landscape has been marked by several strategic mergers and acquisitions, such as the sale of Collins Bus Corporation from REV Group to Forest River and the strategic partnership between Lion Electric and Thomas Built Buses to advance electric vehicle (EV) school buses.

Innovation is central to the competitive dynamics of this market, as traditional bus manufacturers pivot toward electric school buses, driven by government policies on reducing carbon emissions. Companies like IC Bus and Volvo Buses are actively investing in electric bus technology, while Lion Electric stands out as a pioneer in the electric school bus segment. This market is also seeing increasing interest from startups that bring fresh approaches to clean transportation solutions for school districts.

• GreenBus (Founded: 2019): GreenBus focuses on developing electric school buses that promise to be both environmentally friendly and cost-effective. The company's goal is to reduce the carbon footprint of school transportation while addressing rising fuel and maintenance costs. GreenBus aims to replace diesel-powered buses with electric alternatives, leveraging cutting-edge battery technology and a user-friendly charging infrastructure.

• BusPlus (Founded: 2021): BusPlus is committed to creating sustainable and connected school buses, integrating AI and IoT technologies to ensure safe and efficient school transportation. The startup is focused on providing smart, real-time route optimization and monitoring for school districts. With a focus on technology integration, BusPlus is transforming the way school transportation is managed by offering intelligent, real-time updates to parents and administrators through its app.

Top Player’s Company Profile

• Mobico Group

• Stagecoach Group

• REV Group

• Forest River

• Collins Bus Corporation

• Trans Tech Bus

• Blue Bird Corporation

• Thomas Built Buses

• IC Bus

• Lion Electric

• Volvo Buses

• Ebus