"After reporting a decline in bus deliveries in early 2025, MAN Truck & Bus has nevertheless seen a sharp increase in incoming orders, highlighting both the challenges of production ramp-ups and the strong market demand for its zero-emission portfolio. The German manufacturer is navigating supply chain constraints, customer expectations for faster delivery times, and a shifting competitive landscape with growing international pressure."
"He also discusses the role of framework agreements, European subsidies, and the service network as key enablers for a sustainable transition to zero-emission buses and coaches. In Germany they're discussing new regulations on accelerated depreciation for electric buses. It might be a very helpful tool. It doesn't have to be a direct incentive - what matters is enabling our customers to operate economically sustainably."
MAN Truck & Bus reported lower bus deliveries early in 2025 but saw a sharp rebound in incoming orders, revealing production ramp-up difficulties amid strong demand for zero-emission vehicles. The company is managing supply-chain constraints, customer demands for faster deliveries, and intensified international competition. MAN will introduce a fully electric coach before a standard intercity model, focusing on the Class III segment, with a launch planned for Busworld Europe in October. The company is implementing measures to stabilize production and margins. Framework agreements, European subsidies, and an expanded service network are cited as enablers, and Germany is considering accelerated depreciation to improve operating economics.
Read at Sustainable Bus
Unable to calculate read time
Collection
[
|
...
]