Recently, BAIC FOTON officially delivered 100 customized FOTON SCHOOL BUSES to a major client in middle East, marking a shift in their cooperation from one-time purchases to a long-term strategic partnership.Designed specifically for this market, the buses will serve over 30 local primary and secondary schools, ensuring safe daily transportation for more than 2,500 students, including those with special needs. This delivery plays a key role in advancing the local strategy to localize its student transportation network.
Deeper Strategic Alignment, Elevated Partnership
This delivery marks a major milestone in the deepening collaboration between BAIC FOTON and its key client, built around the goals of modernizing education and localizing industrial capabilities. As one of the local leading automotive trade and service groups, the client has over 20 years of experience in the Middle Eastern commercial vehicle market. It not only serves as a core school bus supplier designated by the Ministry of Education, but also plays a crucial role in building a localized supply chain for commercial vehicles.
The partnership began in 2025 with the delivery of the first batch of 40 mid-sized buses. Thanks to the vehicles’ reliable performance, excellent heat resistance, and responsive after-sales service, the client quickly initiated a follow-up purchase plan. This order of 100 units not only strengthens the coverage of educational commuting in the central region, but also marks a strategic upgrade of the partnership—from product procurement to full industry chain collaboration.
Robust Technical Adaptation and Responsive Service Support
The Middle Eastern market sets a high bar for commercial vehicle reliability, environmental adaptability, and after-sales efficiency, and BAIC FOTON rises to the challenge with strong technical capabilities. The school buses are equipped with Foton Cummins engines featuring high-pressure common rail direct injection technology, delivering a rated power of 115 kW and a maximum torque of 500 N·m. This ensures strong performance even on suburban roads with gradients of 30% or more, while fully complying with local environmental regulations. Paired with a ZF transmission known for smooth shifting and low failure rates, the buses are built to handle high-frequency stop-and-go operation-more than 15 times per day-with ease. Compared to standard transmissions, service life is extended by 30%, making them well-suited for intensive daily use.
Designed to withstand extreme summer temperatures exceeding 45°C, the buses are equipped with specially upgraded air conditioning systems that boost cooling efficiency by 20%, capable of lowering interior temperatures from 50°C to 25°C within 15 minutes. The combination of a mechanical cooling system and an automatic clearance adjuster ensures continuous, stable engine cooling, preventing overheating and shutdowns. With a 25% improvement in body sealing, the buses effectively reduce dust infiltration. Standard safety features include ABS, TPMS, and a dual-circuit pneumatic braking system, Fully compliant with the highest standards of school bus operations set by the local Ministry of Education. On the after-sales front, an exclusive authorized service center guarantees 24-hour response times and reduces spare parts delivery to under 48 hours, significantly boosting service efficiency. Additionally, BAIC FOTON offers a comprehensive 2-year/200,000 km warranty, alleviating operational concerns for users.
Strategic Significance Highlighted, Long-Term Presence Deepened
As one of the largest single school bus orders in the local market in 2025, this delivery not only significantly boosts BAIC FOTON’s brand presence but also closely aligns with the region’s modernizing education and localizing industry.
Currently, BAIC FOTON operates 32 localized manufacturing facilities worldwide, with products distributed across more than 130 countries and regions. Moving forward, BAIC FOTON will continue to strengthen global supply chain collaboration and localization strategies, working hand-in-hand with partners in middle East to advance sustainable transportation and education, ushering in a new chapter of industrial cooperation.
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