On 22 October 2025, the IVECO BUS factory in Vysoké Mýto had the honour of welcoming Yankoba Diémé, Minister of Infrastructure and Transport of the Republic of Senegal. This facility, located in the Czech Republic, is the manufacturer’s main production site and one of the largest coach manufacturing plants in Europe, which this year celebrated its 130th anniversary.

The Minister was warmly welcomed by David Kříž, Managing Director of Iveco Czech Republic, as well as Plant Manager Jaroslav Sturma and Quality Manager Milan Radimersky. The ministerial delegation of 13 people included, among others: Mr Amady Khaliou DIÉMÉ – Technical Advisor to the Minister, Mr Assane MBENGUE – General Director of Dakar Dem Dikk, Mr Thierno DIOP General Secretary of Dakar Dem Dikk and Mrs Anna Dupalová – Head of the Economic and Commercial Section of the Embassy of the Czech Republic in Dakar.

During this visit, the Minister and his delegation explored several sections of the industrial facilities where the IVECO BUS ranges are manufactured, notably the EVADYS coach and the CROSSWAY intercity bus. The latter, a leader in the European market, is available in various versions and energy types, and has been produced in more than 65,000 units.

The CROSSWAY range, renowned for its quality, performance, versatility, and comfort, offers a relevant transport solution to meet the specific needs of passenger transport in Africa. In 2024, 370 CROSSWAY units were delivered to DAKAR DEM DIKK to modernize public transport services in the Dakar metropolitan area.

“We are greatly honored by the visit of Minister Yankoba Diémé. His interest in our products and our company is a true recognition of our expertise. This visit is a valuable opportunity to strengthen the ties between our two countries and to explore new opportunities for collaboration. We are convinced that the mobility solutions we offer, such as the CROSSWAY range, can play a key role in the development of transport infrastructure in Senegal and throughout Africa.,” said David Kříž, Managing Director of Iveco Czech Republic.

As a committed partner in sustainable mobility, IVECO BUS stands ready to support Senegal in achieving the ambitious goals of its “Senegal 2050” national transformation plan, contributing to the country’s pursuit of economic sovereignty, social justice, and sustainable development. In this spirit, IVECO BUS is also prepared to accompany Senegal in its preparations for the Youth Olympic Games 2026, providing reliable, efficient, and environmentally responsible transport solutions to meet the nation’s evolving mobility needs.

 Caption for photo 1 (from left to right): Yankoba Diémé, Minister of Infrastructure and Transport of the Republic of Senegal & David Kříž, Managing Director of Iveco Czech Republic

 Caption for photo 2 (from left to right): Assane MBENGUE – General Director of Dakar Dem Dikk, Yankoba Diémé, Minister of Infrastructure and Transport of the Republic of Senegal & David Kříž, Managing Director of Iveco Czech Republic

IVECO BUS

 IVECO BUS is a brand of Iveco Group N.V. (EXM: IVG), a global leader in commercial and specialty vehicles, powertrain, and financial services, listed on the Borsa Italiana in Milan. IVECO BUS designs, manufactures, and markets a wide range of vehicles covering all missions: city, intercity, school transport, line service and tourism.

With a worldwide presence and a leading position in Europe in sustainable public transport, IVECO BUS supports private transport operators and public transport authorities in their energy transition with a technology-neutral approach that includes all energies: biofuel, biomethane, battery electric and fuel cell technologies.

With an extensive service network, IVECO BUS guarantees worldwide assistance wherever an Iveco Bus vehicle is in operation.

In addition, IVECO BUS's Energy Mobility Solutions service and consulting offer provides customized support for the coordination of complex electrification projects.

A wide range of IVECO ON connected services, developed to optimise the operation and maintenance of all-energy vehicle fleets, completes IVECO BUS’s comprehensive offering.

The company employs over 5,500 people and operates seven manufacturing plants in Europe and Latin America: Annonay and Rorthais in France, Vysoké Myto in the Czech Republic, Brescia and Foggia in Italy, Sete Lagoas in Brazil, and Córdoba in Argentina.

For further information about IVECO BUS: www.ivecobus.com

For further information, please contact:

Isabelle FILLONNEAU

Mobile + 33 6 87 71 36 24

isabelle.fillonneau@ivecogroup.com