Company Profile

Who we are

Solaris Bus & Coach is a leading European producer of buses and trolleybuses.

Our activities focus on the development of zero-emission and low-emission vehicles.

We have been operating since 1996. From conception, through the design phase, to assembly, all Solaris buses are manufactured in factories located in Poland. Solaris and its subsidiaries employ 2600 people.

We are part of the Spanish CAF Group (Construcciones y Auxiliar de Ferrocarriles S.A.).

Who we are

Who we are

What we do

Every day, we supply our clients with low-floor city and intercity buses as well as trolleybuses. Over 25 000 Solaris vehicles have been delivered so far and they ply the streets in 33 countries, and 850 towns and cities, across Europe as well as beyond it. Our international presence allows us to perfectly comprehend the individual needs of towns and cities.

We also offer a comprehensive after-sales service as part of an extensive servicing network, supported by Optiline, the company’s own line of spare parts. Our specialized Aftersales team, dedicated to servicing zero-emission vehicles, plays a fundamental role in this regard.

The strong position of Solaris in the market is reflected in the numbers: so far, we have delivered the highest number of electric and hydrogen buses among all European manufacturers, and for over a decade we have been standing at the forefront in this segment in Europe.

Solaris products have been repeatedly awarded for quality and innovation. The Urbino 18 hydrogen bus has won the prestigious 'Bus of the Year 2025' title.

What we do

What we do

What we believe in

All activities undertaken by our company are in line with our mission, which is reflected in our brand’s promise: to change the image of public transport.

We are proud of our products and the innovative technical solutions we implement. We are flexibly customizing our vehicles to the varying needs of our clients and the specifics of the towns and cities they operate in.

We are motivated by our solid and long-term relations with our customers as well as teamwork. All our business decisions and daily activities are based on five values that define the character of the Group and what, together, we all identify as the essence of our activities: customer-orientation, innovation, long-term orientation, cooperation, and agility.

We believe that every town and city should have quiet, clean, safe, and comfortable transport that should ensure mobility for all city users, including people with disabilities, as well as elderly and young passengers.

Modern urban mobility plays a key role in the sustainable development of the world. The development of public transport vehicles based on renewable energy sources truly helps to improve the quality of life of present and future generations.

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How we make a difference

We are actively partnering with public transport operators in their transition to zero-emission transport.

Solaris is not just about the state-of-the-art buses and trolleybuses. We conduct advanced feasibility studies, execute comprehensive charging infrastructure projects, and offer our customers a remote fleet management system designed by Solaris.

We are also working on the development and implementation of innovative projects with other sector participants, we are members of the largest industry organizations, and we constitute an important voice in global discussions about sustainable public transport.

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What we care for

We are fully aware that, through our activities, we can affect the quality of life and functioning of people throughout the whole value chain of Solaris.

As part of our common strategy with the CAF Group, we are introducing innovations and undertaking activities that contribute to the implementation of the Sustainable Development Goals of the UN.

By ensuring appropriate working conditions, attractive fringe benefits, training courses and professional development opportunities, we also make sure that our team is at the core of the brand’s responsibilities.

A major area of our work is also supporting education. We recognize its key role both in promoting public transport and in developing new technologies. We have prioritized collaboration with local schools and supporting young talents, e. g. through dual study programs and Patronage classes.

What's next

Since the very beginning of the company, we have not only followed technological trends, but also often set them. Our long-term strategy is based on efforts to develop alternatives to internal combustion drives and to reduce the consumption of fossil fuels and energy as well as emissions due to our products and services.

We are continually expanding our range by adding innovative products and offering even better technical performance. We are investing in the development of new technologies and sustainable growth of our production facilities.

As a part of the CAF Strategic Plan we took a strategic decision to introduce our brand to North American markets. Our offering includes solely zero-emission vehicles (electric and hydrogen buses as well as trolleybuses). We also develop new offer for intercity operators creating new platform for zero emission regional public transport in Europe.

Our ambition is clear: we want Solaris' zero-emission buses to be a common sight in cities worldwide, representing a strong, welcoming, and a successful brand. We aim to be a company where individuals can develop their careers and grow both personally and professionally, while also improving the quality of life in the cities we serve. We strive to build a brand that inspires people, no matter where we are.

What's next

What's next

CAF Group

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CAF is one of the international leaders in the design and supply of comprehensive transportation systems. A benchmark in sustainable mobility solutions, the company offers a wide range of products and services that includes the supply of trains, buses, components, signaling systems, services and concessions and comprehensive systems.

In terms of rolling stock, CAF designs, supplies and maintains high-speed trains, regional and commuter units, locomotives, metros and tramways.

Today, the company is present in more than 55 countries around the world and has a workforce of more than 16,000 people. Its production facilities are located in Spain, France, the United Kingdom and Poland in Europe, as well as in the United States, Mexico and Brazil.

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OUR VALUES

  • Customer orientation
    Customer orientation
  • Innovation
    Innovation
  • Cooperation
    Cooperation
  • Long-term orientation
    Long-term orientation
  • Agility
    Agility

Awards

  • Urbino 18 hydrogen bus won the 'Bus of the Year 2025' title 2024

    Urbino 18 hydrogen bus won the 'Bus of the Year 2025' title

  • The Marshal of the Wielkopolskie Voivodeship award 2024

    The Marshal of the Wielkopolskie Voivodeship award "Wielkopolska for the Planet 2030" in "bussines" category for Urbino 18 hydrogen

  • Solaris is awarded the CSR Silver Leaf by weekly magazine Polityka for not only its articulated hydrogen bus, but also its Environmental Product Declarations drawn up for two of its vehicle types as well as its educational initiative #CityMission. 2023

    Solaris is awarded the CSR Silver Leaf by weekly magazine Polityka for not only its articulated hydrogen bus, but also its Environmental Product Declarations drawn up for two of its vehicle types as well as its educational initiative #CityMission.

  • Urbino 18.75 electric bus received the Kielce Fair Medal as the best product in the Buses category at the 16th International Fair of Public Transport 2022

    Urbino 18.75 electric bus received the Kielce Fair Medal as the best product in the Buses category at the 16th International Fair of Public Transport

  • The Solaris team was awarded in the Polish Project Excellence Award 2022 competition in the New Technologies, Science and Innovations category for the way the Urbino 9 LE electric project was implemented. 2022

    The Solaris team was awarded in the Polish Project Excellence Award 2022 competition in the New Technologies, Science and Innovations category for the way the Urbino 9 LE electric project was implemented.

  • Solaris wins the CSR Silver Leaf awarded by “Polityka” and the 2022

    Solaris wins the CSR Silver Leaf awarded by “Polityka” and the "Award for Urbino 9 LE electric bus

  • Urbino 9 LE electric receives the prestigious busplaner Innovation Award 2022 2022

    Urbino 9 LE electric receives the prestigious busplaner Innovation Award 2022

  • Urbino 15 LE electric was awarded in the 2021

    Urbino 15 LE electric was awarded in the "Sustainable Development 2021" competition, in the category "electric bus" by the German magazine "busplaner"

  • Urbino 12 hydrogen received the Kielce Trade Fair Medal as the best product in the Buses category during the 15th Transexpo International Fair of Public Transport in Kielce 2021

    Urbino 12 hydrogen received the Kielce Trade Fair Medal as the best product in the Buses category during the 15th Transexpo International Fair of Public Transport in Kielce

  • Solaris was awarded the prize in the best debut category in the Sustainable Development Reports Competition 2021

    Solaris was awarded the prize in the best debut category in the Sustainable Development Reports Competition

  • Urbino 15 LE electric won the Urban category and received the prestigious Sustainable Bus Award 2021 for the most innovative buses and coaches launched in Europe 2021

    Urbino 15 LE electric won the Urban category and received the prestigious Sustainable Bus Award 2021 for the most innovative buses and coaches launched in Europe

  • Top Desing Award 2020 for Solaris Trollino 24 MetroStyle 2020

    Top Desing Award 2020 for Solaris Trollino 24 MetroStyle

  • Solaris receives Global e-Mobility Leader Award 2020

    Solaris receives Global e-Mobility Leader Award

  • Solaris won in the Smart City 2020 Competition in the category Smart solutions. 2020

    Solaris won in the Smart City 2020 Competition in the category Smart solutions.

  • The Electromobility Leader Award 2019 for contributions to the development of zero-emission transport in Poland 2019

    The Electromobility Leader Award 2019 for contributions to the development of zero-emission transport in Poland

  • Solaris awarded the Decade Award at the Moto Idea conference 2019

    Solaris awarded the Decade Award at the Moto Idea conference

  • Trade magazine busplaner conferred the Sustainability Award 2019 upon the Urbino 12 hydrogen 2019

    Trade magazine busplaner conferred the Sustainability Award 2019 upon the Urbino 12 hydrogen

  • Top Design Award 2019 for Solaris Urbino 12 LE lite hybrid 2019

    Top Design Award 2019 for Solaris Urbino 12 LE lite hybrid

  • Distinction in the “Employer Branding Excellence Awards 2019” contest in the “Innovation” category. 2019

    Distinction in the “Employer Branding Excellence Awards 2019” contest in the “Innovation” category.

  • Global Market Champion of the Year 2018 committed to boosting social and economic development of countries in Central and South-Eastern Europe. 2018

    Global Market Champion of the Year 2018 committed to boosting social and economic development of countries in Central and South-Eastern Europe.

  • EBUS Award 2017 for Solaris for its contribution into the development of zero-emission public transport 2017

    EBUS Award 2017 for Solaris for its contribution into the development of zero-emission public transport

  • Title of Bus of the Year 2017 for the new Solaris Urbino 12 electric 2016

    Title of Bus of the Year 2017 for the new Solaris Urbino 12 electric

  • IF Design Award 2015 for the new Solaris Urbino 2015

    IF Design Award 2015 for the new Solaris Urbino

  • Reddot Award for the Tramino Braunschweig 2015

    Reddot Award for the Tramino Braunschweig

CAF Group’s Code of Conduct

Solaris, as a part of the CAF Group, has implemented the CAF Group Code of Conduct, which reflects its commitment to a culture of ethics, regulatory compliance, good governance and sustainability at the highest level.

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Human Rights Due Diligence Policy

Respect for Human Rights is one of the principles on which Solaris actions are based. By implementing the Human Rights Due Diligence Policy Solaris declares its commitment to the main international guidelines related to Human Rights.

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