Pelican delivers 1,000th Yutong
Pelican Bus and Coach has delivered its 1,000th Yutong into the UK.
The 1,000th vehicle is a Yutong E12 that went to Transdev Airport Services over the Christmas period. It is one of an order for 17 E12 zero-emission buses delivered to the company.
The vehicles will be utilised for Terminal 5 at Heathrow Airport, serving the Terminal car parks as well as providing transport for Heathrow staff. Fitted with dual doors and luggage racks, the vehicle specification is designed to be customer centric, with full electric air-conditioning, high-backed seats and LED lighting.
Pelican delivered the first Yutong coach into the UK in 2015. Since that delivery, the company has worked towards enhancing the product portfolio, and now offers two diesel and two electric coach offerings, as well as six electric bus models, including single-deck, double-deck and airport products.
“It is fitting that the 1000th bus and coach delivered will be operated at the gateway of the UK” – Ian Downie, Head of Yutong UK
Ian Downie, Head of Yutong UK, said: “It has been an absolute pleasure working with the Transdev team to create a bespoke specification for their customers. We are delighted to work on such a prestigious contract that will seamlessly transport passengers to and from the airport, in smooth, quiet, zero emission comfort. It is fitting that the 1000th bus and coach delivered will be operated at the gateway of the UK.”
“Being the operator of Yutong UK’s 1,000th vehicle is an extra bonus” – Rebecca Mupita, Managing Director, Transdev Airport Services
Rebecca Mupita, Managing Director, Transdev Airport Services, said: “We’re thrilled to be introducing the first zero-emission vehicles to our fleet, and in doing so provide an improved journey experience to customers and colleagues using our dedicated transfer services. Being the operator of Yutong UK’s 1,000th vehicle is an extra bonus and is a great way to mark our successful partnership.”
“Our journey to net-zero involves looking again the entire airport operation – transitioning our bus fleet to zero emissions is another important step” – Kap Jhuti MBE, Heathrow’s Head of Services – Transport and Passenger Logistics
Kap Jhuti MBE, Heathrow’s Head of Services – Transport and Passenger Logistics, said: “Our journey to net-zero involves looking again the entire airport operation – transitioning our bus fleet to zero emissions is another important step. We’ve committed to cut emissions on the ground by 45% by 2030, working with our partners on projects like this we will continue towards that goal.”