The Confederation of Passenger Transport (CPT) has responded to the Prime Minister’s announcement on the roadmap out of lockdown restrictions. On the topic of bus, Chief Executive of the CPT, Graham Vidler, said: “Bus services will be vital in helping people get back to school, work and in time to meet family and friends. “Throughout […]
Alexander Dennis Ltd (ADL) and BYD UK are introducing a shorter version of the partnership’s BYD ADL Enviro400EV double-decker. With its more compact wheelbase, the 10.3m long model is designed to increase manoeuvrability when navigating congested roads and tight corners. The partnership launched the double deck BYD ADL Enviro400EV in 2019, enabling the electrification of […]
Alexander Dennis Limited (ADL) has announced that Hong Kong’s largest bus operator The Kowloon Motor Bus Company (1933) Ltd (KMB) has ordered 56 Enviro500 three-axle double deck buses. The new buses are scheduled to be delivered in the second half of 2021. KMB is the largest franchised bus operator in Hong Kong with a fleet […]
EPM Bus Solutions has, with the support of Literacy Capital, completed the acquisition of one of the UKs leading passenger transport software businesses, Omnibus. The strategic acquisition sees EPM further strengthen its capability in providing high-quality software solutions across the bus operator and transport authority markets, focussed on improving operational and commercial performance. Founded in […]
Hanover has launched new Smart TFT products to meet the needs of an increasingly digitised public transport sector looking to offer passengers the best onboard experience possible. With features including multiple displays, mixed display sizes and resolutions, the new TFTs offer greater flexibility, attractive aesthetics and the reassurance of a two-year warranty as standard. Used […]
Baku, capital of Azerbaijan, has taken a major step forward in transforming public transport in the city with the arrival of 380 BMC Procity CNG buses powered by Cummins L9N natural gas engines. Built in Turkey, the BMC Procity CNG 12-metre and 18-metre buses were ordered by Baku Transport Agency (BNA) and operator BakuBus LLC […]
Go North East has mobilised a large replacement bus service for the Tyne and Wear Metro, with the help of two local operators, while major works are carried out. The region’s largest bus operator has teamed up with Stanley Travel and JH Coaches, two family-run SME operators, to provide an important service during the major […]
A £17.5 million investment in all-electric buses has been announced by McGill’s. A total of 35 buses have been ordered by the company, comprising 23 electric single-deck buses for McGill’s Johnstone to Glasgow route as well as 12 electric double-deck buses for Xplore Dundee. Xplore Dundee was acquired by McGill’s from National Express in December. […]