BAIC FOTON Delivers 100 Custom School Buses to A Middle Eastern Client, Supporting Localized Student Transportation Strategy

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 foton motor company 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.

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 Nm. 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.