Micro Bird has cut the ribbon on its new U.S. manufacturing facility in Plattsburgh, New York. Micro Bird — a joint venture between Blue Bird Corporation and Girardin, the largest manufacturer of small school buses in North America — has officially launched operations at the former Nova Bus facility on Banker Road, which the company repurposed following Nova Bus’s planned exit from Plattsburgh.
The new facility, which will build both electric and non-electric small and mid-sized school and commercial buses, represents a $38 million investment in training and is expected to create 350 full-time jobs over five years.
Micro Bird President and CEO Eric Boulé said, “This grand opening is a proud moment for our entire team. With our new facility, we are doubling our production capacity and bringing high-quality, long-lasting buses closer to our U.S. customers. Plattsburgh was the perfect choice — offering a skilled workforce, proximity to major markets, and a strong manufacturing ecosystem. We are deeply grateful to our employees and to the unwavering support from New York State and local partners. We look forward to contributing to the region’s growth and success for many years to come.”
