Popular bodybuilder Volgren Australia has announced a major milestone with the delivery of its 10,000th bus in Australia.
Reflecting nearly five decades of dedication and collaboration since delivering its first bus in 1979, the 10,000th bus was an advanced battery-electric vehicle built on a Volvo chassis to Western Australia’s Public Transport Authority (PTA).
The milestone was celebrated at Volgren’s Malaga facility with PTA and Volvo both in attendance, as a plaque was presented to both organisations by Volgren CEO Thiago Deiro.
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“Reaching the production of our 10,000th bus is a moment of immense pride for Volgren. This milestone reflects decades of innovation, dedication and the strong partnerships we’ve built with organisations like PTA and Volvo,” Deiro says.
“It is also a symbol of our future – one defined by sustainability and collaboration as we continue to deliver world-class public transport solutions.”
Key to this milestone is Volgren’s Malaga factory in Perth, which celebrates 25 years of operations. Since its opening in 1999, the facility has delivered over 2,358 buses to PTA and has become a cornerstone of Western Australia’s manufacturing sector.
Supporting more than 100 employees and 10 apprentices, Malaga combines cutting-edge facilities with a strong commitment to local job creation and skills development.
As the brand celebrate 10,000 buses, it also marks other major milestones occurring during 2024 such as Volgren’s 45th anniversary and 15 years spent at its Eagle Farm facility in Queensland. On top of this, Volgren has also now delivered more than 150 zero-emissions buses nationwide.
“To our employees, partners and customers – thank you for making this milestone possible,” Volgren says in a statement.
“Here’s to the next chapter, as we continue to innovate and lead the way in public transport solutions. Here’s to the next 10,000 buses and the future they will drive.”
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