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Busworld & SABOA are joining forces to create a direct route into Southern Africa’s bus and coach ecosystem. Meet operators, fleet managers, procurement leaders, technical directors, CEOs, suppliers, OEMs and public transport authorities in one focused industry setting.

This is not a standard sponsorship. It is a curated market-access opportunity combining visibility, conference participation, matchmaking, market intelligence, networking and direct engagement with the people shaping fleet renewal, technology investment and public transport strategy

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South Africa combines professional bus operators, long-distance coach companies, BRT systems, employee transport operators, public transport authorities, vehicle manufacturers and suppliers. For international companies looking at Africa, it is one of the most structured and commercially relevant markets to understand first. 

### HOW DO YOU WANT TO PARTICIPATE?

The 2026 sponsor line-up already includes major industry and business names, giving the event strong credibility and visibility.

[Register as a Sponsor](https://2e9unl.share-eu1.hsforms.com/2N5_CoHt8Sp2ATGvl9qZaAQ)

[Register as a Delegate](https://info.busworld.org/hubfs/BW%20SABOA_DELEGATE%20REGISTRATION.pdf?hsLang=en)

[Register for the Gala Dinner](https://info.busworld.org/hubfs/BW%20SABOA_GALA%20DINNER.pdf?hsLang=en)

## Why South Africa \_\_\_\_\_\_\_

![south-africa-1](https://info.busworld.org/hs-fs/hubfs/south-africa-1.png?width=50&height=50&name=south-africa-1.png "south-africa-1")

### 900+

Bus and coach operators in South Africa

![scholar-bus-stop](https://info.busworld.org/hs-fs/hubfs/scholar-bus-stop.png?width=45&height=45&name=scholar-bus-stop.png "scholar-bus-stop")

### 25.000

Buses and coaches nationally

![passenger](https://info.busworld.org/hs-fs/hubfs/passenger.png?width=60&height=60&name=passenger.png "passenger")

### 912 million

Passenger trips per year

![distance](https://info.busworld.org/hs-fs/hubfs/distance.png?width=80&height=80&name=distance.png "distance")

### 1.4 billion

Kilometres covered annually

![smart-city](https://info.busworld.org/hs-fs/hubfs/smart-city.png?width=80&height=80&name=smart-city.png "smart-city")

### R38 billion

Estimated public transport fleet replacement value

![save-money](https://info.busworld.org/hs-fs/hubfs/save-money.png?width=80&height=80&name=save-money.png "save-money")

### R2-5 billion

Estimated annual fleet investment range

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## Who you will meet

**![](https://support.microsoft.com/en-us/word/media/checkmark-wingdings-252-decimal.png)** 380 delegates  
**![](https://support.microsoft.com/en-us/word/media/checkmark-wingdings-252-decimal.png)** 150+ fleet managers  
**![](https://support.microsoft.com/en-us/word/media/checkmark-wingdings-252-decimal.png)** 100 procurement managers  
**![](https://support.microsoft.com/en-us/word/media/checkmark-wingdings-252-decimal.png)** 50 technical directors  
**![](https://support.microsoft.com/en-us/word/media/checkmark-wingdings-252-decimal.png)** 55 CEOs  
**![](https://support.microsoft.com/en-us/word/media/checkmark-wingdings-252-decimal.png)** Government representatives from ministries, municipalities and SOEs

SABOA brings together the decision-makers who influence vehicle purchases, fleet renewal, maintenance strategy, technology investment, safety programmes and public transport policy.

## Busworld x SABOA: More than a conference

 The Southern Africa Market Access Package is designed for companies that want to do more than attend. It combines brand visibility, thought leadership, active introductions, operator access and relationship-building before, during and after the event 

- ### Visibility
  
  Showcase your company in front of Southern Africa’s leading bus and coach stakeholders.
- ### Thought leadership
  
  Position your organisation as an expert through a dedicated conference speaking opportunity.
- ###  Matchmaking
  
  Busworld and SABOA facilitate relevant introductions and meetings with operators, fleet owners, technical teams and public transport stakeholders.

- ### **Market intelligence**
  
  Gain first-hand insight into operator priorities, challenges and future investment plans.
- ### Relationship building
  
  Build direct relationships during the conference, operator visit and gala dinner.

## Southern Africa Market Access Package

 Choose the market-access package that matches your objective: vehicle display, conference visibility, supplier exposure, matchmaking, operator access and direct relationship-building with Southern Africa’s bus and coach decision-makers 

### Package A

#### €12.500

##### Ideal for Bus Manufacturers & Bodybuilders

- **✅** Vehicle display area  
  **✅** Dedicated conference speaking slot  
  **✅** Participation in the SABOA Conference  
  **✅** Access to operators, fleet managers and policymakers  
  **✅** Active matchmaking programme  
  **✅** Exclusive visit to a leading South African bus operator  
  **✅** Networking gala dinner  
  **✅** Busworld & SABOA support before and during the event

[BUY PACKAGE A NOW](https://2e9unl.share-eu1.hsforms.com/2N5_CoHt8Sp2ATGvl9qZaAQ)

### Package B

#### €9.500

##### Ideal for Bus Manufacturers & Bodybuilders

- **❌** Vehicle display area  
  **✅** Dedicated conference speaking slot  
  **✅** Participation in the SABOA Conference  
  **✅** Access to operators, fleet managers and policymakers  
  **✅** Active matchmaking programme  
  **✅** Exclusive visit to a leading South African bus operator  
  **✅** Networking gala dinner  
  **✅** Busworld & SABOA support before and during the event

[BUY PACKAGE B NOW](https://2e9unl.share-eu1.hsforms.com/2N5_CoHt8Sp2ATGvl9qZaAQ)

### Package C

#### €6.500

##### Ideal for Suppliers & Service Providers

- **✅** Sponsor display area  
  **✅** Dedicated conference speaking slot  
  **✅** Participation in the SABOA Conference  
  **✅** Access to operators, fleet managers and policymakers  
  **✅** Active matchmaking programme  
  **✅** Exclusive visit to a leading South African bus operator  
  **✅** Networking gala dinner  
  **✅** Busworld & SABOA support before and during the event

[BUY PACKAGE C NOW](https://2e9unl.share-eu1.hsforms.com/2N5_CoHt8Sp2ATGvl9qZaAQ)

## Industry Leaders Already Connected to SABOA \_\_\_\_\_\_\_

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## Practical Information

**SABOA Conference & Exhibition 2026**  
**Date:** 6–7 August 2026  
**Address:** CedarWoods on Sandton Conference Venue, Western Service Road, Woodmead, Johannesburg 

[Request Sponsorhip Information](mailto:vincent@busworld.org)

## Frequently asked questions

If you have any further questions, feel free to contact us for additional information.

Is there an online form for me to apply?

No, you need to fill in the pdf document and send it to the indicated email address, following the instructions.

Is this a trade show booth?

No. The Market Access Package is designed around conference participation, visibility, thought leadership, matchmaking and direct relationship-building. 

Is this a Busworld exhibition?

No. The official SABOA delegate registration process remains managed by SABOA. This Busworld landing page is meant to help international companies, delegates and potential partners find the right route: market-access package, delegate registration or sponsorship enquiry 

Can I attend only as a delegate?

Yes. Delegate registration is handled by SABOA. Use the delegate CTA and the team will route you correctly.

Are sponsorship opportunities still available?

Several headline sponsorship categories are already taken. Remaining opportunities should be confirmed directly with Busworld and more specifically Vincent Dewaele, see contact info below. 

Is the speaker programme final?

No. The programme is still being finalised, so public copy should focus on confirmed themes and market-access benefits. 

I really have troubles finding my way around, what do I do?

Contact Vincent Dewaele at vincent@busworld.org.   
Busworld will help route your enquiry to the right participation option: market-access package, delegate registration or sponsorship 

## Your Contact Person

![vincent headshot](https://info.busworld.org/hs-fs/hubfs/vincent%20headshot.png?width=688&height=591&name=vincent%20headshot.png "vincent headshot")

### Vincent Dewaele

#### Managing Director at Busworld International

Email: [vincent@busworld.org](mailto:vincent@busworld.org)  
LinkedIn: [Vincent Dewaele](https://be.linkedin.com/in/vincent-dewaele)

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