By Harrell Kerkhoff, Busline Magazine Editor American poet Robert Frost famously wrote: “The best way out is always through.” Many interpret that line as: the best way through life’s challenges is to move forward. A good example of that belief is the ongoing efforts of Michael Turner and his staff at Translite Enterprises, Inc. (translitebusglass.com),…
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ABC Companies, a leading provider of motorcoach, transit, specialty passenger transport equipment and electric mobility solutions in the USA and Canada, has announced several significant leadership transitions within its Senior Executive Team. “Chuck Carns, the Chief Financial Officer (CFO) and member of the ABC Companies’ Board of Directors, will be transitioning to an advisory role…
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Motor Coach Industries (MCI), a subsidiary of NFI Group Inc. (NFI), has announced the delivery of two coaches to Hawkeye Stages. This delivery, which included an MCI J4500 and an MCI J3500, completed an eight-coach order and coincided with Hawkeye’s 70th anniversary. “Over the past two years, the Iowa operator purchased six 45-foot J4500 and…
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The following is a recent press statement from ABC Companies: “ABC Companies has been officially notified that the VDL Group is the successful bidder for the Van Hool motorcoach division. In anticipation of a quick restart, and while the details of the next steps are still unfolding, ABC Companies is committed to ensuring that the…
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The latest achievement for the North American headquarters building of Bendix Commercial Vehicle Systems LLC (Bendix), located in Avon, OH, comes from close to home: The Cleveland 2030 District has named the facility the overall winner of its Green Building Challenge. The Cleveland 2030 District partners with the U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC) Ohio’s Northeast…
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The following is a press statement from ABC Companies: Van Hool has entered a reorganization period, allowing them to pause existing repayments while a collective plan is finalized with all lenders. During this time, Van Hool is pursuing options in parallel paths to position for future activities, providing a reassuring path forward which we believe…
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Bendix Commercial Vehicle Systems LLC (Bendix) recently reported that its employees experienced a very safe 2023. “Bendix’s Total Case Incident Rate (TCIR) of recordable injuries was 0.62, which is far below the industry average. The company’s performance improved on the TCIR of 0.64 it achieved in 2022,” according to a press release. Bendix assesses its workplace…
Read More >>Van Hool recently announced it will discontinue motorcoach manufacturing operations at its Koningshooikt facility in Belgium, shifting those activities to its growing manufacturing capabilities at the company’s Macedonia facility. “Essentially, Van Hool has made the decision to further streamline manufacturing capabilities to best serve its global market and customers. The U.S. and Canadian markets serviced…
Read More >>Bendix Commercial Vehicle Systems LLC (Bendix), a North American subsidiary of Knorr-Bremse, has announced that the company finalized the sale of its SafetyDirect® connectivity product line, portal, and operations to Chicago-based Rand McNally, a TELEO Capital Management, LLC (TELEO) portfolio company. Effective immediately, SafetyDirect team members who have accepted an offer of employment from Rand McNally…
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Stertil-Koni, a provider of heavy-duty vehicle lifts in North America, has announced that Brett Delp has joined the company as National Account Manager. “Brett brings more than 13 years of extensive experience in the commercial vehicle industry to his new post, including firsthand shop knowledge, product development, national fleet management, and national account management,” according…
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