Verified Nov 2026
Batteries & E-Mobility
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Lisle, Illinois
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Since 2002
IC Bus manufactures school, commercial, and transit buses from its headquarters in Lisle, Illinois, founded in 2002. The company employs 10,000–50,000 people and generates $1–5 billion in annual revenue. It serves automotive, electric-vehicle, construction, renewable-energy, and industrial-equipment sectors. IC Bus has expanded its electric bus offerings and launched telematics connectivity through partnerships, including a recent program with Samsara for pre-delivery system installation on fleet vehicles.
IC Bus at a glance
Revenue
$1-5B
Est. band
Employees
10,000-50,000
Founded
2002
Headquarters
Lisle, Illinois
Import activity
22
Industries
Automotive
Electric Vehicles
Construction
Renewable Energy
Industrial Equipment
Sourcing and import activity
From US customs bill-of-lading records
US sea imports
22
Named foreign suppliers
4
Top origins
India · Italy · China
Shared foreign counterparties do not establish that these companies buy from IC Bus.
What this tells a buyer
IC Bus receives component shipments from suppliers in India, Italy, and China, with Amphenol Assembletech in Xiamen accounting for over 6,000 recorded shipments and Mta S.P.A. in Italy for approximately 885 shipments.
The company manufactures assembly, chassis, steel, and interior components, and offers alternative-fuel and all-electric bus options alongside telematics and fleet-management services through its connected-vehicle platform.
IC Bus operates manufacturing facilities in Tulsa, Oklahoma, and has partnered with school districts and fleet operators to deploy electric school buses as part of zero-emissions transportation initiatives.
Source: US customs bill-of-lading records and public filings · Last verified Nov 05, 2026
STABILITY SIGNALS
Established & active
24 years in operation (founded 2002).
22 US import shipments on record.
Overview
IC Bus manufactures school, commercial, and transit buses from its headquarters in Lisle, Illinois, founded in 2002. The company employs 10,000–50,000 people and generates $1–5 billion in annual revenue. It serves automotive, electric-vehicle, construction, renewable-energy, and industrial-equipment sectors. IC Bus has expanded its electric bus offerings and launched telematics connectivity through partnerships, including a recent program with Samsara for pre-delivery system installation on fleet vehicles.
At a glance
Attribute | Detail |
|---|---|
Founded | 2002 |
Headquarters | Lisle, Illinois |
Employees | 10,000-50,000 |
Revenue | $1-5B (estimated) |
Primary capability | Batteries & E-Mobility |
What IC Bus makes
The company manufactures assembly, chassis, steel, and interior components, and offers alternative-fuel and all-electric bus options alongside telematics and fleet-management services through its connected-vehicle platform.
Products and capabilities described on the company's own site include Assembly, Chassis, Steel, Interior (source: icbus.com).
Trade and customs footprint
IC Bus receives component shipments from suppliers in India, Italy, and China, with Amphenol Assembletech in Xiamen accounting for over 6,000 recorded shipments and Mta S.P.A. in Italy for approximately 885 shipments. US customs bill-of-lading records list 22 inbound shipments across 4 foreign suppliers, with top origins including India · Italy · China.
Latest developments
2026-10-01 — IC Bus: Building an Electric Fleet from the Route Outward - School BUSRide (school-busride.com)
2026-04-29 — IC Bus Introduces ‘My International’ to Connect Fleet Vehicles, Data, and Service | School Bus Fleet (schoolbusfleet.com)
2026-04-10 — IC Bus, Samsara Launch Pre-Delivery Telematics Installation Program | School Bus Fleet (schoolbusfleet.com)
2026-03-06 — ⚡ Fully charged and ready to roll. ⚡ | IC Bus (linkedin.com)
2026-01-29 — We're proud to partner with Highland Electric Fleets and Summit School Services LLC to help InspireNOLA Charter Schools prioritize excellence in student transportation with Louisiana's largest electric school bus fleet! | IC Bus (linkedin.com)
2025-12-15 — Inside IC Bus: Electrification, Technology & What Lies Ahead [Video] | School Bus Fleet (schoolbusfleet.com)
Facilities
IC Bus is headquartered in Lisle, Illinois. Public sources also reference these locations:
Tulsa, Oklahoma — school-busride.com
Company details
IC Bus operates manufacturing facilities in Tulsa, Oklahoma, and has partnered with school districts and fleet operators to deploy electric school buses as part of zero-emissions transportation initiatives. IC Bus was founded in 2002, has an estimated 10,000-50,000 employees, and is headquartered in Lisle, Illinois. On the LightSource stability read it is rated "Established & active": 24 years in operation (founded 2002). 22 US import shipments on record.
Frequently asked questions
What does IC Bus make?
IC Bus manufactures school, commercial, and transit buses from its headquarters in Lisle, Illinois, founded in 2002. The company employs 10,000–50,000 people and generates $1–5 billion in annual revenue. It serves automotive, electric-vehicle, construction, renewable-energy, and industrial-equipment sectors. IC Bus has expanded its electric bus offerings and launched telematics connectivity through partnerships, including a recent program with Samsara for pre-delivery system installation on fleet vehicles.
Where is IC Bus headquartered?
IC Bus is headquartered in Lisle, Illinois (2701 Navistar Drive, Lisle, Illinois, 60532).
When was IC Bus founded?
IC Bus was founded in 2002.
How big is IC Bus?
IC Bus has an estimated 10,000-50,000 employees, with revenue in the $1-5B range (estimated).
Does IC Bus import from overseas suppliers?
US customs bill-of-lading records show 22 inbound shipments for IC Bus, with top origins including India · Italy · China.
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