IVECO BUS secures 410-vehicle order, expanding Ivory Coast fleet to 1,400

France- SOTRA, the public transit provider for Abidjan, Ivory Coast, has once again selected IVECO BUS to supply 410 vehicles. This procurement will augment the existing fleet and support the further development of public transportation in Abidjan, bringing the total number of IVECO BUS vehicles in the country to 1,460.

This latest agreement builds upon the longstanding partnership between SOTRA and IVECO BUS. The order includes 300 CROSSWAY Low Entry buses, which will expand SOTRA's current fleet, along with 50 EVADYS coaches and 60 DAILY minibuses. Deliveries are scheduled to be completed by the end of 2024 and the beginning of 2025, contributing to public transport and tourism services in Ivory Coast.

This collaboration marks another milestone in the ongoing relationship between IVECO BUS and SOTRA. It follows the previous supply of 900 Crossway LE and Crealis buses in 2018 and 2019, further strengthening SOTRA's fleet.

Gauthier Ricord, Head of Africa and Middle East Commercial Operations, expressed pride in IVECO BUS's role in enhancing the Ivory Coast's public transport network with effective and sustainable mobility solutions.

The introduction of EVADYS coaches, a first for SOTRA, will offer a comfortable experience for up to 49 passengers, complete with amenities such as kitchen and toilet facilities. These coaches will serve tourism transportation needs both domestically and internationally across Africa.

The DAILY minibuses will support intra-city transfers in Abidjan and intercity links to Bouaké, Yamoussokro, San Pedro, and Korhogo.

Renowned for its versatility, reliability, and operational efficiency, the CROSSWAY Low Entry buses will complement the existing fleet and contribute to expanding the public transport network in Abidjan.

SOTRA will benefit from IVECO BUS's comprehensive solution, including training, spare parts, and professional technical services, ensuring optimal performance of the vehicles.