In 2023, Poland led European nations with 75.08 thousand motor coaches, buses, and trolley buses aged over 20 years, trailed significantly by Romania and Spain with 16.24 and 13.36 thousand respectively. Germany and Denmark had some of the lowest numbers, underlining differences in fleet renewal. Year-on-year, from 2022 to 2023, Poland saw a 4.99% increase, with Finland and Slovenia experiencing higher growth rates of 6.65% and 7.65% respectively, showcasing strong aging fleet retention in specific regions like Portugal's notable 9.18% rise. Contrastingly, Germany saw a reduction of 4.86%, indicating potential fleet modernizations.
Looking ahead, European countries may see a rise in electric and hybrid bus adoption, impacting the number of older fleets as nations prioritize environmental goals. Emerging economic factors, regional policies on emissions, and technological advancements will likely shape future trends in public transport vehicle age distribution across Europe.
Top countries in Number of Motor Coaches, Buses and Trolley Buses Aged over 20 Years by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Units | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Poland | 75,080 | 2023 | +4.39% | +4.99% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Romania | 16,240 | 2021 | View data | ||
| 3 | 3 Spain | 13,360 | 2023 | +3.13% | +3.4% | View data |
| 4 | 4 United Kingdom | 12,560 | 2021 | View data | ||
| 5 | 5 Finland | 7,340 | 2023 | +4.74% | +6.65% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Portugal | 3,690 | 2023 | +13.28% | +9.18% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Germany | 2,230 | 2023 | -6.62% | -4.86% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Denmark | 2,130 | 2023 | +5.55% | +5.95% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Lithuania | 1,870 | 2023 | +3.03% | +2.67% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Hungary | 1,870 | 2023 | -7.93% | -5.12% | View data |
