IVECO BUS has secured a new order from OTW, the public transport operator for Wallonia, for 127 CROSSWAY Low Entry buses. It’s the third contract signed between the two in the last two years, following earlier deals in 2023 for 22 DAILY minibuses and 42 hybrid CROSSWAYs.
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The new diesel-powered buses, operating under the TEC (Transport en Commun) brand, will be deployed across the Liège and Namur regions in two phases. The first batch of 83 vehicles will begin arriving in the first quarter of 2026, with the remaining 44 due in early 2027.
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Each 12-metre vehicle will carry up to 99 passengers, with 37 seated. Built for longer suburban routes, the buses will come equipped with air conditioning, high-comfort seats with USB ports, information screens, luggage racks and a driver’s cab designed for safety and ergonomics.
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Christophe Martin, Rolling Stock Manager at OTW, said:
“These buses will operate on suburban routes, where passengers spend more time onboard. Therefore, features that enhance passenger comfort—such as thermal comfort, low noise levels, a high number of seats, attractive aesthetics, and ease of use for all customers—are particularly important.
“Safety, ergonomics, and comfort for drivers and technicians are of utmost importance. Last but not least, energy efficiency was a key factor in this decision.”
Giorgio Zino, Head of Bus Commercial Operations at IVECO BUS Europe, said:
“We are pleased with this new collaboration with OTW and would like to thank them for their trust in our models.
“These CROSSWAY Low Entry vehicles, which will soon join OTW's fleet, perfectly address the current challenges of passenger mobility, offering a safe and comfortable travel experience.”
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