Meet the Brand: EVM UK
We catch up with Peter Flynn - Sales & Marketing Director from EVM UK to find out more about their brand and exhibiting at Euro Bus Expo, on stand V28
Tell us a bit about your company?
Founded in 2009, EVM UK has evolved from an ambitious start-up into a leading provider of innovative minibuses and coaches across the UK and Europe. The company began with a clear mission: to fill a gap in the passenger transport market by offering flexible, high-quality minibus solutions tailored to the unique needs of operators.
EVM UK's founders recognised an opportunity to create versatile, durable vehicles that could meet the demands of a variety of sectors, including public transport, corporate travel, private hire, and more. Through hard work and a dedication to innovation, EVM quickly earned a reputation for delivering reliable, custom-built transport solutions.
Today, operating out of its state-of-the-art facility in West Sussex, EVM designs, manufactures, and supplies a wide range of minibuses and coaches that combine advanced technology, comfort, and efficiency. The company's vehicle range has grown to cater to a broad market, from luxury travel to community and school transport.
A key to EVM's success has been its customer-centric approach. The company works closely with operators to ensure that each vehicle is tailored to their specific needs, offering custom configurations and high levels of aftercare service. This commitment to customer satisfaction has helped EVM UK become a trusted partner for transport operators throughout Europe.
Now, with over a decade of experience, EVM UK continues to push the boundaries of innovation in the passenger transport industry, delivering high-quality vehicles that combine performance, safety, and sustainability.
Tell us about your latest product(s), service(s), promotions or launches visitors can hope to see on your stand?
Visitors to EVM UK's stand can look forward to an exciting lineup of products and innovations, showcasing the very best in passenger transport solutions. With a broad range of vehicles on display, we are proud to offer a diverse selection that caters to a variety of markets, including luxury travel, community transport, school services, and private operators.
Among the highlights are several vehicles from leading brands like EVM, AOS Isuzu, Ferqui, Altas, Carbus, Tremonia, Bus Concept, and Forveda, all of which are designed with a strong focus on efficiency, comfort, and sustainability. Visitors will get to see both diesel and electric models, offering eco-friendly alternatives that meet the growing demand for low-emission transport solutions.
A key highlight this year is the introduction of Ferqui models to the UK market, offering versatile options for operators looking for reliable and efficient mid-size coaches. These Ferqui vehicles combine excellent build quality with stylish design, making them ideal for sectors like private hire, tours, and school services. With these new additions, we're broadening our product lineup to offer even more choices to our customers.
What makes this year's stand even more exciting is the introduction of newly refreshed vehicles, which have undergone significant makeovers. These vehicles now feature sleeker designs, enhanced interiors, and improved passenger comfort, making them more attractive to operators who are focused on providing a premium experience.
We will be showcasing customisable vehicles for operators needing bespoke solutions, such as minibuses for schools and councils or luxury coaches for high-end travel operators. These vehicles are built with the latest safety features, modern infotainment systems, and ergonomic seating, ensuring a superior travel experience for all passengers.
Visitors will have the opportunity to speak with our expert team, who will be on hand to discuss each vehicle's unique features, customisations, and after-sales support.
Why is exhibiting at Euro Bus Expo 2024 an unmissable opportunity for you?
Exhibiting at Euro Bus Expo 2024 is an unparalleled opportunity for EVM UK to showcase our latest range of vehicles and innovations to a global audience. As one of the largest and most influential trade events in the bus and coach industry, the Expo provides a unique platform to connect with key decision-makers, industry leaders, and potential customers from across the transport sector.
By exhibiting, we gain direct access to a wide range of stakeholders, including public transport authorities, private operators, schools, councils, and community organisations, all looking for cutting-edge solutions to meet their transport needs. With vehicles from EVM, AOS Isuzu, Ferqui, Altas, Carbus, Tremonia, Bus Concept, and Forveda, we have a diverse offering designed to appeal to this broad audience.
Furthermore, this event is the perfect platform to unveil our newly refreshed vehicles, highlighting their enhanced features, comfort, and style. This is an excellent opportunity to demonstrate how EVM UK continues to innovate and respond to evolving industry demands, particularly with our focus on sustainability, efficiency, and premium travel solutions.
EVM UK aims to boost our brand visibility and open up opportunities for long-term partnerships and business growth. The Expo is not just about showcasing products - it's about building relationships and securing a future in the ever-evolving passenger transport industry. In short, exhibiting at Euro Bus Expo 2024 is essential for us to reinforce our industry leadership and drive future success.
Meet the Brand: WideSense
We catch up with Heikki Laine from WideSense to find out more about their brand and exhibiting at Euro Bus Expo, on stand 216
Tell us a bit about your company?
WideSense is a cutting-edge startup spun out from the world-renowned Model Predictive Controls Lab at UC Berkeley, a lab with over a decade of experience at the intersection of AI and control systems. Our team consists of AI, fleet, and operations experts with deep knowledge in machine learning and system optimization. We specialize in transforming how public and commercial transport operators electrify and operate their fleets, using our physics-based AI platform to deliver real-time, data-driven insights. WideSense's AI models simulate operational scenarios using over 10 million miles of real-world electric fleet data, enabling us to optimize everything from fleet design to charging infrastructure to scheduling and operations. Our mission is to help operators reduce costs, maximize efficiency, and lead the transition to a more sustainable, electric-powered future.
Tell us about your latest product(s), service(s), promotions or launches visitors can hope to see on your stand?
At Euro Bus Expo 2024, we are excited to showcase WideSense's innovative AI-powered fleet electrification platform, which offers end-to-end solutions for eBus operations. Visitors will experience our unique physics-based AI models that simulate fleet behaviour under real-world conditions, enabling optimal route planning, charging strategies, and energy management. We will also present case studies, such as our experience with a large UK depot, where we demonstrated nearly £10 million in avoidable costs over 12 years by optimizing the depot's charging infrastructure and vehicle scheduling. Our platform integrates seamlessly into existing operations, helping operators reduce energy costs, minimize downtime, and ensure long-term fleet reliability. Whether you're exploring EV adoption or scaling an existing electric fleet, WideSense has the tools to deliver tangible results.
Why is exhibiting at Euro Bus Expo 2024 an unmissable opportunity for you?
Euro Bus Expo 2024 provides an unparalleled opportunity for WideSense to demonstrate our leadership in the fleet electrification space. With global transport operators increasingly transitioning to electric fleets, this event allows us to connect with decision-makers and industry leaders looking for advanced, AI-powered solutions. Our presence at the expo enables us to showcase how our physics-based AI platform can transform fleet operations, reducing costs while improving reliability and sustainability. We see this as a key moment to engage with potential partners and customers, demonstrate our competitive edge in the market, and contribute to the future of zero-emission transportation. For us, Euro Bus Expo 2024 is not just a chance to exhibit; it's a vital platform to drive meaningful conversations about the future of mobility.
Meet the Brand: SPAL Automotive (UK) Ltd
We catch up with James Bowett from SPAL Automotive (UK) Ltd to find out more about their brand and exhibiting at Euro Bus Expo, on stand 486
Tell us a bit about your company?
SPAL Automotive (UK) Ltd is the Worcester based sales and warehousing arm of Italian headquartered SPAL Automotive Srl designers and manufacturers of world class fans for thermal management and centrifugal blowers for HVAC. SPAL products are the choice of OEMs across a variety of sectors including automotive, performance motorsport, agricultural, construction, military, marine and of course bus and coach.
The dedicated team of individuals at SPAL UK have product knowledge is second to none and can help with any queries you may have both OE and aftermarket related.
Tell us about your latest product(s), service(s), promotions or launches visitors can hope to see on your stand?
With vehicle manufacturers' emphasis on improving efficiency, SPAL is constantly innovating to keep pace with a series of new products to supplement its offering to include brushless coolant pumps and High Voltage fans.
Developed for battery powered vehicles the new coolant pumps are smart controlled to precisely manage the flow of coolant through the radiator which is critical to the battery performance and its longevity. The new pump range comprises 6 units in 12v and 24v with 300W, 650W and 900W power settings. A very recent update is the High Voltage 800v coolant pump.
SPAL's High Voltage (HV) brushless drive fans offer 850W and 2kW of power and if the application demands it 4kW and beyond. The fans achieve high levels of efficiency as they can be powered directly from the vehicle's battery, eliminating the need for a DC/DC converter in the system. This solution will not only improve energy efficiency but will also contribute to bringing down overall build costs.
Why is exhibiting at Euro Bus Expo 2024 an unmissable opportunity for you?
Euro Bus Expo is the platform for manufacturers to display the latest models of buses & coaches and for SPAL to showcase its next generation of thermal management products designed for all types of propulsion from battery electric to hydrogen.