(Finance) – IVECO BUSthe city, intercity and tourist bus brand of Iveco Groupwas chosen as the main supplier of the Brazilian school transport program for rural areas, known as “Caminho da Escola”. Following the award of a tender announced by the National Fund for the Development of Education (Fundo Nacional de Desenvolvimento da Educacao – FNDE), IVECO BUS will supply up to 7,100 vehicles in two years, from 2024 to 2025worth 3.1 billion reais (approx 580 million euros at the current exchange rate).
There supply it includes 3,600 school buses, suitable for rural areas, with a capacity of 44 seats and 3,500 with a capacity of 59 seats, it said in a statement.
“This success underlines IVECO BUS’s commitment to supporting Brazilian schools with reliable products – he commented Domenico NuceraPresident, Bus Business Unit, Iveco Group – We are truly proud to make a positive contribution to the communities in which we operate, ensuring safe and quality transport for students in rural areas.”