Electrification, technology and efficiency: major trends shaping FIAA 2026

The International Bus and Coach Fair (FIAA 2026), scheduled for 22 to 24 September and organised by IFEMA MADRID, has established itself as the premier international hub and showcase for the road passenger transport sector, at a time when buses and coaches are reaffirming their status as essential pillars of mobility in Spain.

FIAA, a long-standing partner for collective transport 

In this edition, the electrification of fleets, advancements in technology and innovation, and the optimisation of energy efficiency will lead the key developments at FIAA 2026. The fair will bring together a growing number of technology companies and digital solution providers, specialising in connectivity, automation, software, data management and new operational models, transforming the event into a major magnet for business, innovation and corporate collaboration.

Within this context, FIAA will feature the latest breakthroughs in intelligent driving systems and new developments in autonomous buses, all integrated into an increasingly interconnected technological ecosystem focused on achieving safer, more efficient and smarter passenger transport.

Integrated solutions for the mobility of the future 

Throughout the exhibition, industry companies and professionals will present integrated solutions spanning from zero- and low-emission vehicles to next-generation charging infrastructure, digital platforms, operational and energy management systems, and advanced tools for fleet optimisation.

These proposals underscore the strategic role of the bus and coach as key drivers of future mobility, consolidating their position as essential elements for the transition towards more sustainable cities and more efficient and responsible transport networks.

Robust growth and a clear international focus 

FIAA 2026 has already confirmed more than 100 exhibiting companies, exceeding participation figures from previous editions and demonstrating the event’s exceptional momentum. Of particular note is the growth in international participation, which has increased by more than 50%, as well as the addition of 35 first-time exhibitors, further reinforcing the fair’s global appeal.

The leading manufacturers and bodybuilders already confirmed include IRIZAR, DAIMLER (Mercedes‑Benz and Setra), IVECO, Higer - Mobility Bus, Yutong, BYD, Otokar - Somauto, Indcar, Karsan, Temsa, Solaris, Anadolu Isuzu, Marcopolo, Stylebus, Servicar, Zeroid, and Farizon, amongst others. This high-calibre participation ensures that Madrid will showcase the latest innovations currently shaping the present and future of passenger transport.

FIAA supported by leading industry associations 

FIAA 2026 also benefits from the active support and involvement of the sector's primary national and international associations. In Spain, participating collaborators include ANETRA, ASCABUS, ATUC, CONFEBUS, DIREBUS and FECAV, whilst international participants include ANTROP (the Portuguese Association of Collective Road Passenger Transport), ARP (the Portuguese Road Passenger Transport Association) and the FBAA (the Federation of Belgian Bus and Coach Operators), a support which reinforces the professional, representative and sector-specific nature of the event.

By combining corporate leadership, international growth, technological drive, innovation and institutional support, FIAA 2026 is positioned as the premier global showcase for road passenger transport trends and as a must-attend event for professionals seeking to generate business, establish alliances and anticipate the mobility challenges of the future.