{
  "id": 14408761,
  "title": "Volvo Wins Record 200-Bus MSRTC Order, Maharashtra to Add 30 Sleeper Coaches",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/14/volvo-wins-record-200-bus-msrtc-order-maharashtra-to-add-30-sleeper",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-10-14T08:26:55.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Free Press Journal",
    "slug": "free-press-journal",
    "url": "https://www.freepressjournal.in/business/volvo-wins-record-200-bus-msrtc-order-maharashtra-to-add-30-sleeper-coaches"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Mumbai: Volvo Buses India has secured its largest order in India to date, winning a contract to supply 200 buses to the Maharashtra State Road Transport Corporation (MSRTC). The announcement was made on October 14. The order includes 170 seater buses and 30 sleeper buses, representing a commitment to enhancing premium intercity public transportation in Maharashtra. These buses are designed to cater to diverse passenger travel needs, with the majority being seated coaches. MSRTC plans to use these Volvo AC buses for long routes, aiming to compete with private operators. The 170-seater and 30-sleeper buses constitute an 85 percent and 15 percent share of the order respectively. The Volvo 9600 model, available in both configurations, will be manufactured at the company's facilities in Hoskote. This significant order underscores Volvo's manufacturing presence in India and its dedication to improving public transportation experiences in the state. Suresh Chettiar, Executive Vice President of the Bus Division at VE Commercial Vehicles, highlighted the order as a milestone, stressing the importance of passenger experience and public transportation accessibility. The size of the order marks a major achievement for Volvo Buses India, while the mix of configurations supports a range of intercity travel preferences. However, specifics such as the contract value, delivery schedule, routes, and passenger fares have not been disclosed.",
  "summary": "Mumbai: Volvo Buses India has received an order from the Maharashtra State Road Transport Corporation to supply 200 buses, marking the company’s largest order in India. Announced on October 14, the purchase comprises 170 seater buses and 30 sleeper buses. Volvo said the contract represents a commitment to strengthening premium intercity public transportation in Maharashtra. The order brings…",
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}