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SBFX 2026 Operator Applications Open: What You Need to Know

Calling all district transportation and contractor leaders: Get away for top-tier networking and education in sunny Scottsdale this September, all at no cost to you. Interested? Here are the details.

March 23, 2026
a collage of photos from past SBFX events with an orange overlay and text that says "SBFX applications now open"

If you're a decisionmaker at a school district or private contractor, you're going to want to be in Scottsdale from Sept. 21-23 this year.

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School Bus Fleet ConneX (SBFX) is back, and it's all going down Sept. 21-23, 2026 at the Scottsdale Resort & Spa, in Scottsdale, Arizona. (And yes, you want to be there!)

SBFX is a different type of event, and that's by design. This is not your typical trade show or conference. SBFX is all about connecting school bus operators with solutions in an intimate setting that promotes lasting connections you can count on long after the event.

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This event is small on purpose. About 50 transportation directors and fleet managers will be approved to attend, and each can count on meaningful networking with vendors and their peers, fantastic food and fun, inspirational sessions, and lots of 1:1 time.

Best of all? Operators can attend for free; that's right, your airfare, on-site transportation, and all meals are on us (and our sponsors). All you have to do is commit to attend and show up!

5 Reasons to Attend SBFX 2026

  1. Educational sessions with industry experts: The agenda is built by editors right here at School Bus Fleet, with sessions thoughtfully designed and curated for you.
  2. Peer-to-peer networking and social functions: Build relationships and mingle with other industry leaders at fun and engaging functions, from cocktail hours to sit-down dinners and a party on the lawn.
  3. Innovative and insightful presentations: Leading industry OEMs and suppliers discuss the future of pupil transportation technology.
  4. Connect with suppliers to improve your bottom line: Our custom one-on-one consultations (done speed dating style) allow you to connect with industry vendors and build lasting relationships for the tools, tech, and products you need to do your job.
  5. The School Bus Fleet awards show: Don't miss our annual awards presentation, honoring school bus administrators, contractors, drivers, and trailblazers in the pupil transportation industry.

Operators, learn more and apply to attend here!

Vendors interested in sponsoring, find more info here.

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