As the UK’s definitive bus and coach exhibition, Euro Bus Expo 2026 brings together leading vehicle manufacturers, technology providers, product and service specialists. It offers operators direct access to the solutions, partnerships and expertise needed to navigate fleet renewal, improve operational efficiency and enhance service delivery.
For over three decades, the major exhibition has been the meeting place for the UK bus and coach industry. It returns to NEC Birmingham from 3–5 November 2026. For operators managing fleet replacement, zero-emission transition and tightening budgets, the choices made over the next 12 months will shape operations for years to come. Euro Bus Expo is where those choices are informed.
The 2026 edition builds on the success of the 2024 event, which welcomed more than 7,000 attendees from 40 countries. Momentum for the next instalment is building quickly, with over 130 exhibitors already confirmed 10 months ahead of the event. The pace of bookings across vehicle, technology and service categories promises a comprehensive marketplace for attendees.
At a time when fleet investment decisions are becoming increasingly complex, visiting operators will benefit from greater choice, more informed research and better product discovery.
Vehicle manufacturers and specialists
The biennial trade show brings together an extensive range of bus and coach suppliers, from global manufacturers and leading UK builders to specialist converters, dealers and leasing providers.
The 2024 event featured over 75 vehicles on display. With 19 vehicle exhibitors already confirmed for 2026, operators gain direct access to vehicles designed specifically for the UK-market.
The latest names to join the line-up include Arobus, Daimler Buses UK, Harris Bus & Coach UK, Volvo and Woodall Nicholson. They are joined by Custom Denning, Australia’s longest-established bus manufacturer, making its first appearance at a UK exhibition. Bringing this breadth of vehicle suppliers together enables side-by-side discussion of powertrain choice, total cost of ownership, vehicle availability and long-term support with the teams responsible for design, build and delivery.
Beyond Vehicles
Euro Bus Expo has never been a vehicle-only event, and its wider value continues to grow. Technology, data and operational specialists will showcase the systems that increasingly define fleet performance and day-to-day delivery. Payment platforms, passenger information, telematics, driver safety, fleet optimisation and compliance tools are all represented, with recent signings including Geotab, Masabi, Littlepay, Tranzaura, Thetis IT and DriveTech.
Alongside established technology providers, the line-up also includes specialists in driver training, vehicle safety, seating, connectivity and fleet support services, reflecting the increasingly integrated ecosystem operators rely on to improve efficiency, safety and service delivery.
Event Director Helen Conway says: “The strength of industry engagement means operators will benefit from wide breadth and depth on the show floor. We are seeing a real commitment from across the supply chain, driven by the fact that Euro Bus Expo brings decision-makers and solutions together in one place. For operators, that means being able to assess options, ask the right questions and move projects forward far more efficiently”.
Attending Euro Bus Expo saves operators from multiple site visits, fragmented supplier conversations and extended research cycles. From vehicles and powertrains to passenger technology, finance structures to driver welfare, and safety systems to business services, everything can be assessed in a single, focused environment.
Where insights meet investment decisions
Insights and peer discussion remain central to the event. The 2024 programme featured 47 expert speakers, covering policy, funding, technology and operational best practice. That focus on shared learning will continue in 2026, with the Call for Speakers returning to ensure content within the Masterclass Theatre reflects the challenges and priorities operators are facing now.
Euro Bus Expo 2026 takes place at the NEC Birmingham from 3–5 November. Entry is free, with registration opening in April 2026. For more information, visit eurobusxpo.com.
Interested in finding more about exhibiting opportunities?
With less than 30% of stand space remaining, businesses interested in exhibiting should contact Martin Laverton at mlaverton@divcom.co.uk, +44 (0) 1733 405735, or visit eurobusxpo.com/why-exhibit.
