The president of Busworld/chairman of BAAV, Redgy Deschacht, kicked off the 41th edition of Busworld, the 23rd in Kortrijk, with excellent news. Busworld Kortrijk 2015 is the biggest edition ever, with 411 exhibitors including 59 manufacturers. The daily contact of Busworld with the stakeholders within the world of passenger transport has, according to the president, everything to do with this success.
The coach Setra Topclass S 516 HDH was the big star during the most recent edition of the ECW. This top product from the city of Ulm did not only deserve the Grand Award Coach 2015 according to the jury but also distinguished itself in the categories Styling & Design and Ecology as laureate. The jury decided not to distribute the Grand Award Bus this year because in its opinion, no vehicle offers an added value on top of what the market has to offer today.
The partners in the UR:BAN research initiative set out to make driving in tomorrow’s cities safer and more efficient. At the initiative’s recent final presentation, demonstration vehicles showed how intelligent and cooperative systems could help make driving in the city even safer, more economical and environmentally more sustainable.
UK manufacturer Gtayson will celebrate its biggest ever presence at the coming Busworld Kortrijk exhibitiomby unveiling two new products for the bus and coach market: the firm’s lightest ever E-Drive pack and a new 24v electric water pump for use on hybrid and electric vehicles.
It will also be showcasing its new battery thermal management system for full electric vehicles and updated HVAC range, including a heat and AC front box that promises to offer improved maintenance and – thanks to its lightweight aluminum frame – considerable weight savings.
Continental’s new generation 3 bus tires offer the ideal solution for every season, across a range of applications, from city, to regional, to long-haul buses at their Busworld stand. Also on the Continental stand, Continental Truck & Bus Tires will be presenting the Conti CityPlus HA3 295/80 R 22.5. Its distinctive longitudinal grooves provide excellent handling and wet grip properties over its entire life, making it the ideal all-round tire for regional passenger services and charter services to tourist destinations.