Gillig Overview
Pro stress-test →Gillig is an American designer and manufacturer of buses and is the second-largest transit bus manufacturer in North America (behind New Flyer). The company offers a portfolio of clean energy propulsions ranging from battery electric and diesel to natural gas and hybrid electric, all designed on the proven GILLIG Low Floor platform.
Strategic Profile
Pro stress-test →GILLIG buses are known for their unmatched quality and have earned their reputation as the lowest-cost buses to maintain and operate. In April 2024, Gillig announced that they would be making hydrogen-electric buses in collaboration with BAE Systems and Ballard Power Systems, positioning the company for growth in zero-emission propulsion technologies. In February 2024, Gillig announced that its Gerco subsidiary had acquired select assets of bankrupt battery and commercial vehicle company Lightning eMotors and would open a powertrain engineering center.
Competitive Landscape
Pro stress-test →Gillig is the second-largest transit bus manufacturer in North America, behind New Flyer. Key competitors in the North American heavy-duty transit bus market include New Flyer (Canada-based, #1 market leader), Nova Bus (Quebec-based), and smaller regional manufacturers. Gillig differentiates through its low-cost-of-ownership positioning, clean-energy powertrain options, and domestically manufactured products.
Industry Context
Gillig operates in Heavy-duty transit bus manufacturing.
Key facts
Founded: 1890 · Headquarters: Livermore, US · Employees: ~850