Marcopolo Joins Forces with Volvo to Launch Full Coaches in Italy and France

Marcopolo, a renowned bus manufacturer, has formed a strategic partnership with Volvo Buses to develop and market complete coaches featuring Volvo chassis, specifically targeting the French and Italian markets. This collaboration, unveiled on October 3, 2025, leverages the strengths of both companies: Marcopolo’s coach body design and manufacturing expertise paired with Volvo’s advanced chassis technology and engineering.

Key Aspects of the Partnership

• Target Markets: Italy and France
• Product Focus: Complete coaches combining Volvo chassis with Marcopolo bodies
• Launch Timeline: First units expected in 2026

The new coaches will incorporate Volvo chassis known for their durability, comfort, and environmental performance. Marcopolo will ensure the coaches comply with specific European regulations and market requirements by designing and building the complete bodies atop these chassis.

Benefits and Goals

1. Accelerated Innovation: Speeding up product development by blending chassis and bodybuilding expertise
2. Enhanced Passenger Experience: Delivering comfortable, reliable, and efficient transportation
3. Environmental Impact: Supporting sustainability goals by reducing emissions
4. Market Expansion: Strengthening both companies’ presence in the European bus market

The partnership also aims to provide a strong competitive option for bus and coach operators, addressing the increasing demand for sustainable public transport solutions on urban and intercity routes. Volvo’s reputation for safety and innovative chassis technologies combined with Marcopolo’s decades of experience promises improved service support and customer satisfaction in both countries.

Transportation authorities and bus operators in Italy and France have already shown keen interest, indicating promising prospects for the new models. This collaboration exemplifies a growing trend in the European market towards partnerships between chassis manufacturers and bodybuilders to create seamless, efficient mobility solutions.

Stay tuned to Questiqa Europe News for more latest updates on this evolving partnership.

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