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Bus Depots
Bus depots are specialised facilities designed to store, maintain and service buses. They typically feature large parking areas for buses, as well as maintenance and repair bays, fuelling or charging stations, and administrative offices. Bus depots are critical to the operation of bus fleets, as they provide a centralised location for storing and maintaining buses, as well as a base of operations for bus drivers and other personnel. Many bus depots also serve as hubs for bus routes, where buses start and end their daily runs, and where drivers can take breaks or switch buses.
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Charging Infrastructure
Increasingly, with climate change a growing concern and governmental targets to decarbonise transport, cities are opting for electric buses rather than diesel. These buses carry batteries on board that need to be re-charged periodically, for which a number of different charging options exist. Battery electric buses can be charged at plug-in stations or by using special wireless charging pads. Another type of electric bus is the capacitor vehicle – a traction vehicle using supercapacitors to store electricity. These can be re-charged at bus stops under electric umbrellas. Another area of charging infrastructure for buses includes the overhead wires that is used by trolleybuses. One emerging technology for buses is the use of hydrogen fuel cells. This technology requires hydrogen refilling stations for buses.
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Passenger Infrastructure
Our Passenger Infrastructure section covers suppliers who manufacture solutions for the bus sector that are not on board buses but that are for passenger use such as bus shelters and seats. Equipment that is also found on board buses, such as passenger information displays and ticket vending machines, can be found in their own specific sections.
Infrastructure News
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Poland: ORLEN Launches New Hydrogen Refuelling Station in Pila
ORLEN has announced the launch of its fifth publicly accessible hydrogen refuelling station in Pila, Poland.
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France: Tzen 4 Launches with Bi-Articulated Electric Buses and Alstom's Ground-Charging
A new high-capacity electric bus line, Tzen 4, has entered service in Essonne, France, using 24-metre bi-articulated electric buses.
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Daimler to Install Public Charging Stations at Munich Central Bus Station
Daimler Buses has announced the installation of four public charging stations at Munich's Central Bus Station (ZOB).
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Sound Transit Breaks Ground on Electric Bus Depot in Renton
Sound Transit has broken ground on a new transit centre in Renton, Washington, which will support the Stride S1 bus rapid transit line.
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UK: Hull Depot Electrification Underway for Rollout of 42 Electric Buses
Stagecoach has announced the start of construction at a Hull depot site to support the introduction of a new electric bus fleet.
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KRITIS Umbrella Act: How do You Ensure Fire Protection?
Germany’s KRITIS Umbrella Act introduces mandatory resilience and fire protection, with Rotarex solutions supporting bus depots and vehicles…
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Transport for London to Trial New Bus Shelter Designs
TfL has announced a trial of new bus shelter designs that aim to improve accessibility, safety and customer experience across London.
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First Bus Begins Electrification Upgrade Work at Great Yarmouth Depot
Works have begun at First Bus' Great Yarmouth depot to prepare the site for the handling of electric buses.
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Depot Sharing Now in Tenix Charge
Tenix’s Depot Sharing feature enables bus operators to securely share charging infrastructure with external fleets.
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California Allocates $202 Million to Clean Transport Projects
Caltrans has announced the allocation of 202 million USD to support 143 local clean transportation projects across the state.
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TransLink Invites Feedback on BRT Plans for Surrey, Langley Township, and Maple Ridge
TransLink has asked the public to give feedback on proposed plans for BRT on King George Boulevard, Langley Township and Maple Ridge.
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Running Electric Fleets in Winter: What it Takes to Stay in Control
Tenix explores how smart charge management helps electric bus depots stay reliable and cost-effective in extreme winter conditions.
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150 New Passenger Information Screens Installed Across West of England
The West of England Mayoral Combined Authority has announced an investment of up to £1 million into bus improvements within the area.
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How U.S. Agencies Can Build Reliable Zero-Emission Bus Operations Amid Changing Federal Priorities
Tenix: How U.S. transit agencies can operate zero-emission bus fleets cost-effectively, balancing battery and hydrogen technologies.
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Durham City Centre Bus Stops to See Improvement Works
Bus stops in Durham City centre will be improved following the award of a £1 million grant from the North East Combined Authority's BSIP.
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PANYNJ Approves $45 Billion Capital Plan with Bus Infrastructure Investments
The PANYNJ has approved a 45 billion USD capital plan, which includes delivery of a new Midtown Bus Terminal in Manhattan.
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How Mosaiq Helps Transit Professionals Measure and Manage Event Impacts
Snapper Services helps bus operators and authorities analyse network performance during major events improving passenger experience.
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Berlin: BVG Marks Topping-Out at Treptow Electric Bus Depot
BVG has held a topping-out ceremony for the charging infrastructure of its new Treptow electric bus depot.
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Why Every Driver Deserves an Electrically Adjustable Seat
Trône Seating launches electrically adjustable driver seats to improve comfort, ergonomics and safety for bus and coach drivers.
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Six-Post Vehicle Lift Installation For Skills Coaches
TotalKare installs a six-post vehicle lift for Skills Coaches, ensuring safe and efficient maintenance of training vehicles.
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First Fully Electric Bus Depot Opened in Essex
Essex has received its first electric bus depot following the completion of a project delivered by First Bus & Essex County Council.
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US: DART to Improve Security and Cleanliness Across System
Dallas Area Rapid Transit's board of directors has approved a pair of contracts to improve both security and cleanliness across its system.
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India: DTC Inaugurates Revamped Station and Flags Off New Electric Buses
The Delhi Transport Corporation (DTC) has officially inaugurated its newly-revamped bus terminal in Azadpur.
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Canada: TransLink Trials Solar-Powered Bus Stop Lighting
TransLink has announced the rollout of new solar-powered lights at bus stops across Vancouver in an attempt to improve safety conditions.