Grayson Launches “The Hot Seat”: A New Series Celebrating Our People
We’re proud to launch a new internal spotlight series titled – The Hot Seat – a behind-the-scenes look at the people, roles, and stories that power our business. Designed to provide a deeper understanding of our team and company culture, The Hot Seat will feature interviews with staff across departments, starting with our Engineering division. […]
Understanding Condensing in Thermal Systems: Direct vs Indirect Approaches
Whether you’re designing the next-generation electric bus or engineering a robust stationary power system, managing heat efficiently is critical to an application’s operation. And when it comes to cooling with refrigerants, understanding how condensing works – and the method you choose to do it – can make a major difference to system performance, complexity, and […]
Grayson Aftermarket Achieves Major Milestone with 700+ Electric Buses Under Servicing Contracts
Grayson Thermal Systems’ Aftermarket division has reached an impressive milestone, having secured servicing and maintenance contracts for over 700 battery electric and fuel cell electric buses across the UK. A specialist in the design, manufacture and servicing of HVAC and thermal management systems, Grayson has over four decades of experience supporting bus operators to maintain […]
The Role of Electric Water Pumps in the Heating and Cooling of Heavy Vehicles
When it comes to keeping heavy vehicles and stationary power applications running efficiently – whether it’s a battery-electric bus, a fuel-cell-powered truck, or even a hydrogen combustion excavator – thermal management is one of the most critical systems. And at the heart of that system? The electric water pump. Gone are the days when water pumps were […]
Grayson Thermal Systems Announces the Passing of Founder and Chairman, Graham Hateley
[BIRMINGHAM, UK – 27 January 2025] Grayson Thermal Systems (Grayson) is deeply saddened to announce the passing of its Founder and Chairman, Graham Hateley, who passed away peacefully on Saturday, January 25, 2025, at the age of 89. Graham’s immense contributions to the bus and coach industry and his tireless dedication to advancing thermal management […]
Celebrating Excellence at The Routeone Awards 2024!
Grayson recently attended the prestigious routeone Awards 2024 at The Vox in Birmingham, an annual celebration of the bus and coach industry’s exceptional achievements. Hosted by Routeone Magazine, the event recognises excellence across operators, engineers, and rising stars. The awards bring together the sector’s best and brightest, highlighting accomplishments in customer experience, environmental innovation, and […]
Active vs Passive: Cooling in Heavy Vehicles and Stationary Power Applications
In today’s evolving landscape of electrified and hybrid power systems, efficient thermal management is no longer optional—it’s essential. Whether it’s for electric buses, trucks, or stationary power systems, cooling is critical to maintaining performance, extending component lifespan, and preventing overheating. As power demands rise, so does the need for robust cooling systems capable of handling […]
Grayson Curry Night 2024: The Tradition of Collaboration Continues…
On November 12th, 2024, Grayson Thermal Systems had the pleasure of hosting its renowned Grayson Curry Night, an evening that has become a cornerstone event in the UK bus and coach industry calendar. Held in Birmingham — our home city — on the opening evening of Euro Bus Expo, the event brought together over 60 […]
Bemo Rail Delivers Hybrid Shunting Locomotive Featuring Cutting-Edge Grayson BTMS
Bemo Rail has delivered the first in a new series of hybrid shunting locomotives, equipped with Grayson’s advanced Battery Thermal Management System (BTMS). The Netherlands-based rail experts, known for their innovation in shunting technology since the 1980s, approached Grayson in late 2022 to support the development of this innovative hybrid shunter, set to operate at […]
Grayson Thermal Systems Welcomes New Engineering Director to Drive Innovation and Growth
[Birmingham, UK] – Global thermal management specialist Grayson Thermal Systems has announced the appointment of Brendan Waldron as its new Engineering Director. Waldron brings over 20 years of engineering experience to Grayson following a successful career at Rolls-Royce. Waldron’s career at Rolls-Royce began in 2000, when he joined as an advanced engineering apprentice. He steadily […]
