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City of Honolulu partners with Nova Bus

TheCity of Honolulu and Oahu Transit Services are keenly customer-focused, and Nova Bus is proud to partner with them in enhancing their fleet, which provides over 72.5 million rides annually to the community ofHonolulu.

Nova Bus President and CEO Mr. Gilles Dion welcomed the news, stating, "The Nova Bus team is thrilled to have the opportunity to collaborate with an innovative organization like theCity of Honolulu. We realize the pivotal role public transit plays in their community, and we will work diligently to make this partnership a mutual success."

Since opening its facilities inPlattsburgh, NY, Nova Bus has been awarded contracts totaling over $120 million from transit authorities such as MTA/New York City Transit and CT Transit. Nova Bus' presence inNew York has led to the creation of more than 250 direct jobs and five times as many indirect jobs through productive relationships with over 150 suppliers.

"The city ofHonolulu's decision to purchase buses from Nova is a huge win for the North Country," said U.S. Senator Charles E. Schumer. "This contract will strengthen Nova's bottom line, provide job security to its workers and act as an economic shot in the arm for the region. Having Nova's buses on display in new markets will be great for its business and great for Upstate New York."

Congressman Bill Owens added: "This is great news for the city ofPlattsburgh and the entire North Country. I would like to congratulate Nova Bus and the many members of our community for their efforts to bring jobs to the region. Many of us have worked for many years at job creation, which is my number one priority in Congress."

The Nova LFS is engineered around a unique stainless steel structure, which presents a distinct advantage in areas where corrosion is a significant concern, such asHonolulu. The bus is designed with riders in mind, with large, 360-degree windows for maximum natural light, and wide doors and aisles for easy access. Most importantly, the vehicles will feature the latest generation of clean diesel engines that meet strict EPA 2010 emissions regulations.

About Nova Bus

Nova Bus is a leading provider of sustainable transit solutions inNorth America, including hybrid buses, high-capacity vehicles and integrated intelligent transportation systems. The company relies on a team of more than 1,100 experts driven by the challenges of public transit with regard to mobility, safety, and productivity. Nova Bus is part of the Volvo Bus Corporation. For more information regarding Nova Bus products and services, please visit www.novabus.com

SOURCE NOVA BUS