Croswell Selects ENC to Supply Clean Diesel AXESS Buses for Ark Encounter Service
Ohio-based Croswell VIP Motorcoach Services to operate six 40-foot ENC AXESS® heavy duty buses as an official transportation provider for the Ark Encounter in Williamstown, Kentucky
RIVERSIDE, CALIFORNIA, USA – July 29, 2026 – ENC® (“ENC” or the “Company”), a U.S.-based transit bus manufacturer and subsidiary of Rivaz Inc., today announced a new contract to supply Croswell VIP Motorcoach Services (“Croswell”) with six 40-foot clean diesel ENC AXESS® buses. The buses will be operated by Croswell, based in Williamsburg, Ohio, in its role as an official transportation provider for the Ark Encounter, a life-size replica of Noah’s Ark located in Williamstown, Kentucky.
“We are proud to earn Croswell’s business and to put ENC buses to work at one of the country’s most visited attractions,” said Jason Lee, Chief Executive Officer of ENC. “This contract reflects the confidence private operators place in ENC’s durable, American-built vehicles and in the aftermarket support that stands behind every bus we deliver. As we scale production, we remain just as focused on the service and responsiveness our customers count on.”
The order pairs Croswell’s growing passenger operation with the ENC AXESS®, a heavy-duty, low-floor transit bus built for durability, accessibility, and rider comfort. The 40-foot clean diesel configuration is well suited to the high-volume shuttle and group transportation demands of a leading tourism destination, moving visitors reliably and comfortably throughout the day.
“Croswell knows what it takes to move large numbers of passengers safely and comfortably, and the ENC AXESS is built for exactly that kind of work,” said John Obert, Vice President of Transit Sales at ENC. “We are honored to support their service to the Ark Encounter, and we are committed to keeping this fleet running with responsive parts availability and field support for the full life of the vehicles.”
Croswell has provided charter bus and tour services since 1921, operating a fleet spanning executive SUVs and sprinters to full-size premium motorcoaches, serving corporate events, group trips, weddings, student tours, and leisure travel. Croswell holds the highest safety rating issued by the United States Department of Transportation and is an exclusive member of the International Motorcoach Group, an invitation-only network limited to operators that maintain the industry’s highest standards of service and safety.
“Our passengers expect a comfortable, dependable ride, and we expect the same from every vehicle we add to our fleet,” said John R. Croswell, Vice President of Operations for Croswell Bus Lines, Inc. “The ENC AXESS gives us the durability, accessibility, and capacity we need to serve visitors to the Ark Encounter, and ENC gave us confidence that the support will be there long after delivery. We are pleased to grow our partnership with ENC.”
ENC’s Buy America-compliant transit buses are available in 30-, 32-, 33-, 35-, and 40-foot configurations, offering fleet operators comprehensive sizing flexibility. Propulsion options include clean diesel, compressed natural gas, diesel-electric hybrid, and battery-electric configurations. Each model meets full ADA compliance and offers configurable floorplans with comprehensive mobility features designed to serve diverse community needs.
For agencies seeking a mid-size solution, ENC’s E-Z Rider II® delivers operational versatility in 30-, 32-, and 35-foot configurations. It features a distinctive swept windshield design for enhanced driver visibility and ADA-compliant wheelchair accessibility at multiple door locations. ENC’s buses are proudly manufactured end-to-end in Riverside, California. Learn more about ENC’s full product offering at eldorado-ca.com.
ABOUT ENC®
Founded in 1975, ENC is a leading U.S. heavy-duty transit bus manufacturer with over 50 years of experience delivering safe and reliable Altoona-tested vehicles. Headquartered in Riverside, California, ENC manufactures every vehicle end-to-end in the United States and offers one of the industry’s most comprehensive propulsion portfolios, including battery-electric, clean diesel, hybrid, and compressed natural gas buses in multiple configurations.
ENC is an approved Transit Vehicle Manufacturer (“TVM”) under the Federal Transit Administration, with all buses designed to meet federal Buy America requirements.
A subsidiary of Rivaz, Inc., ENC is committed to revitalizing American transit manufacturing and supporting public agencies and transit operators with a commitment to customer service, innovative products, and stable supply. To learn more, visit eldorado-ca.com.
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