Leasing & Financial Services News
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A Wrap-Up of Euro Bus Expo 2024
From 12-14 November, Euro Bus Expo 2024 took place at the NEC Birmingham, welcoming over 7,000 industry professionals.
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Stertil-Koni's Innovative In-Ground ECOLIFT
Stertil-Koni's innovative in-ground ECOLIFT is designed to deliver strength, safety, and versatility for heavy duty vehicle maintenance.
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The European Entry/Exit System: A Shakeup for European Coach Travel
At this year's Euro Bus Expo, a panel of key figures from the coach tourism sector gathered to discuss the impending arrival of EES & ETIAS.
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Irizar ie tram Electric Buses Deployed in London
The first Irizar ie tram electric buses have commenced service on London's 358 route, operating between Crystal Palace and Orpington.
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Poland: Solaris to Supply 10 Battery-Electric Buses to Gliwice
Solaris and PKM Gliwice have signed an agreement to deliver 10 Urbino battery-electric buses to Gliwice, Poland in November 2025.
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Refurbished Cromwell Road Bus Station Reopens in London
Transport for London (TfL) has reopened Cromwell Road Bus Station in Kingston following an extensive upgrade project.
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Wrapping Up a Fantastic Euro Bus Expo 2024
As Euro Bus Expo 2024 concludes, Snapper reflects on what was an incredible week at the NEC in Birmingham, England last week.
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Spain to Focus Efforts on Decarbonising Mobility
At Global Mobility Call on 19 November, experts took part in a roundtable discussion concerning the decarbonisation of mobility.
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Alexander Dennis Confirms Details for Next-Generation Enviro200EV
Alexander Dennis has announced detailed specifications for its next-generation Enviro200EV single-decker, scheduled for launch in 2025.
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Wrightbus Announces Further Expansion Into Europe
Wrightbus has announced plans for expansion into Europe following a significant order for German operator Regionalverkehr Köln Gmbh (RVK).
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US: MCI Ships First Battery-Electric Coach from North Dakota Facility
NFI subsidiary Motor Coach Industries has shipped the first battery-electric bus constructed in its facility in Pembina, North Dakota.
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UK Government Allocates £1 Billion in Bus Funding
The UK government has detailed how 1 billion GBP of recently announced funding will be allocated to local authorities and bus operators.
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Successfully Implementing AI in Bus Operations
Last week, Euro Bus Expo's CPT Operator Forum shed light on some key considerations for implementing AI capabilities into bus operations.
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Accessibility: Where Are We Now?
Industry experts gathered to discuss accessibility changes facing the bus sector over the last five years at this year's Euro Bus Expo.
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Falcon Buses Orders 13 Alexander Dennis Enviro200EV Electric Buses
At Euro Bus Expo, Alexander Dennis announced its first order from an independent operator for its next-generation Enviro200EV electric buses…
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Yutong Showcases U11DD Electric Bus at Euro Bus Expo 2024
Pelican Bus and Coach has showcased its U11DD double decker electric bus at this year's Euro Bus Expo 2024 in Birmingham.
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BYD B12 Single Decker eBus Bound for Inter Campus Operation in Hertforshire
BYD's B12 single decker electric bus is set to begin operation on Uno's Route 690 inter campus shuttle at the University of Hertfordshire.
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Belgium: Solaris Wins Tender to Supply 24-Metre Electric Buses
Solaris has won a tender to supply up to 45 double-articulated Urbino 24 electric buses to operate in Liège, Belgium.
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Alexander Dennis' Enviro400EV Set to Operate in Leeds
At Euro Bus Expo, Alexander Dennis is showcasing its Enviro400EV double-decker bus, which Transdev Blazeilfield will operate in Leeds.
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IN PICTURES: Yutong's E12 Electric Bus for Stagecoach
At Euro Bus Expo, Pelican Bus and Coach is displaying one of 158 Yutong E12 electric buses ordered by Stagecoach.
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Alexander Dennis Displays Enviro100EV at Euro Bus Expo 2024
Decked in Transport for London (TfL) livery, Alexander Dennis has showcased its Enviro100EV electric bus at Euro Bus Expo 2024.
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Arriva to Lead Thematic Forum at Global Mobility Call 2024
Arriva will participate in the Global Mobility Call event, due to take place in Madrid from 19–21 November 2024.
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Irizar Group to Expand UK Presence
During its participation at Euro Bus Expo, Irizar Group confirmed its plans for future growth in the UK, including a new HQ near Blyth.
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FlixBus Continues Its UK Expansion with New Partnership
At Euro Bus Expo, FlixBus has announced a significant new partnership with trentbarton, a bus operator based in Derbyshire.
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Totalkare Named Best Manufacturing Employer in the UK
Totalkare has been named the number one Manufacturing Employer in the UK, as part of the Best Companies 2024 rankings.
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BYD Showcases New BD11 Double Decker Bus at Euro Bus Expo 2024
BYD is showcasing its new all-electric bus, the BD11, at Euro Bus Expo 2024 in Birmingham.
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Mellor Displays Bee Network Bus at Euro Bus Expo
At Euro Bus Expo, British bus manufacturer, Mellor, is displaying a Strata LF bus produced for Greater Manchester's franchised Bee Network.
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Hitachi Rail & Hitachi Energy Combine for Ultrafast Bus Charging in Italy
Hitachi Rail & Hitachi Energy have announced they will be combining to provide a new, ultra-fast charging system for electric buses in Italy…
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Stagecoach Receives 64 New Zero-Emission Buses for West Midlands
Stagecoach has taken delivery of 64 new zero-emission buses for operation across Coventry and Warwickshire.
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Taking a Closer Look at Irizar's ie tram Electric Bus
The Irizar ie tram is an electric bus aims to combine the appearance and comfort of a tram with the flexibility of a bus.
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IN PICTURES: Karsan Launches in UK with e-JEST Electric Bus
At Euro Bus Expo, Karsan has launched the right-hand drive version of its e-JEST electric minibus for the UK market.
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Golden Dragon Supports Indonesia’s Transition to Electric Buses
Golden Dragon is expanding its presence in Indonesia through the supply of additional electric buses for PT Bianglala Metropolitan (PT BMP).
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Tenix at Euro Bus Expo 2024 & More!
Tenix has published a list of events it will be appearing at this November, including Euro Bus Expo in Birmingham from 12–14 November 2024.
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The Best Heavy Duty Flooring for Vehicle Lifting Areas
Totalkare discusses heavy duty flooring options, and how to pick the right material for your next big upgrade.
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Where Do Buses Stop with New Tech?
At InnoTrans 2024, the International Bus Forum explored how the industry can keep pace with the rollout of new technologies.
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Nedre Romerike Minibuss Chooses Saga Tenix as its IT Provider
Saga Tenix will deliver systems for fleet management and charging solutions for minibuses for Nedre Romerike.
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Minister for Local Transport to Open Final Day of Euro Bus Expo
Simon Lightwood MP, Parliamentary Under-Secretary of State for Local Transport, will make an address at Euro Bus Expo 2024 on Day 3.
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First Bus Invests £12.7 Million in Aberdeen’s Electric Bus Fleet
First Bus is investing 12.7 million GBP to bring a fleet of 36 electric buses to Aberdeen, Scotland, servicing Robert Gordon University.
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Wrightbus Acquires RGI Bus & Coach Refurbishment
Wrightbus has acquired RGI Bus & Coach Refurbishment, enabling the manufacturer to offer a complete suite of refurbishment options.
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Masats Is Presenting Its Latest Technological Advances at Euro Bus Expo
At Euro Bus Expo next week, Masats will be presenting several new developments with the aim of improving accessibility and safety.
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FlixBus and First Bus to Expand UK Coach Network
FlixBus has signed a five-year partnership with First Bus to launch additional UK coach services.
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Greater Manchester Readies Fleet for Bee Network Takeover
Greater Manchester is preparing to take full control of its bus network, with a fleet of Bee Network buses set to launch on 5 January 2025.
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Irizar i3 Class II Electric Bus Unveiled at FIAA
Last month, Irizar Group unveiled its new Irizar i3 Class II electric bus at the 2024 International Bus and Coach Fair (FIAA) in Madrid.
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Wavecom: Is 5G Taking over from Wi-Fi?
This whitepaper from Wavecom considers the coexistence of 5G and Wi-Fi (Wi-Fi 6/6E) for onboard bus connectivity.
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Automotive Innovation Paves the Road for Autonomous Buses
This year's edition of AutoSens and InCabin highlighted the impact of the latest automotive innovations on the bus industry.
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Alexander Dennis Delivers First Ever Enviro100EV Buses to West Scotland
Alexander Dennis has launched the first batch of Enviro100EV electric buses into service at a launch event in Ayr.
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Totalkare to Exhibit at Euro Bus Expo ’24
Totalkare is thrilled to participate in Euro Bus Expo ’24, taking place at Birmingham NEC from 12-14 November 2024.
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NFI Expands Winnipeg Facility to Build All-Canadian Zero-Emission Buses
NFI Group is expanding its New Flyer production facility in Winnipeg, Canada to enable full Canadian assembly of its Xcelsior buses.
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Bee Network Launches First New Bus Route in Wigan
The Bee Network has introduced its first new bus service in Greater Manchester, connecting Wigan with the Middlebrook retail park.
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National Express Expands Capacity on UK Coach Network
National Express is expanding capacity on its UK network, adding over 16,000 extra seats each week on popular intercity and airport routes.
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Masats Will Present its New RE2b Ramp at SITCE
At SITCE 2024, Masats will be showcasing its RE2b electric ramp and its Passenger Information System (PIS-L).
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SITCE 2024 to Bring Together Urban Land Transport Experts
Under the theme of 'Smarter Journeys for Sustainable Cities', SITCE will help to build a more inclusive and sustainable transport ecosystem.
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Vehicle Lineup Announced for Euro Bus Expo 2024
Euro Bus Expo 2024 will take place in Birmingham, bringing together leading manufacturers to present the next generation of buses.
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New York’s RTS Orders 44 Xcelsior Clean-Diesel Buses from New Flyer
New Flyer of America has received an order from New York’s Regional Transit Service (RTS) to supply 44 Xcelsior clean-diesel transit buses.
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Hayden AI Pilots Perception Platform to Improve Fleet Efficiency in Barcelona
Hayden AI is set to install its revolutionary mobile perception platform on Barcelona’s public transit buses for a six-month pilot project.
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UK Government to Invest £1 Billion in Bus Services
The UK government is investing over 1 billion GBP to support bus services nationwide, with an emphasis on rural areas and smaller towns.
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New Flyer Secures Largest Hydrogen Bus Order with SamTrans
New Flyer of America has received its largest hydrogen fuel cell bus order to deliver 108 Xcelsior CHARGE FC to SamTrans in California.
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Buenos Aires Launches Tender for 20 Electric "Trambuses"
The City of Buenos Aires has issued a tender to acquire 20 electric trambuses as a sustainable transportation option.
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UK: Single Bus Fare Cap to Rise from £2 to £3
UK Prime Minister, Keir Starmer, has announced that the bus fare cap in England will rise from 2 GBP to 3 GBP at the end of this year.
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Selwyns Travel Expands Workshop Capabilities with Totalkare Pit
Selwyns Travel has installed a vehicle inspection pit from Totalkare, which will improve the company's maintenance capabilities.
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The Bus-News Magazine Issue 2 2024 Is Here!
Euro Bus Expo 2024; Can the bus industry keep pace with the rollout of new technologies to deliver efficient and desirable services? & more!
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LibertyBus Awarded 10-Year Contract to Operate Bus Services in Jersey
LibertyBus, the current operator of bus services in Jersey, has been awarded a ten-year contract to continue running services on the island.
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Talking Telematics and Data: Interview with Bus & Coach Buyer
Bus & Coach Buyer sat down with Snapper Services' Director of Business Development, Jon Salmon.
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Innovative Vehicles Presented at FIAA 2024
FIAA, the international bus and coach show, is currently under way in Madrid. Major bus manufacturers are displaying their innovative vehicl…
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Kinetic Introduces New Zero-Emission Bus for Central Queensland
A new electric bus will carry mine workers employed by Stanmore Resources in the Bowen Basin, Australia, to and from the Poitrel mine.
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Ebusco Initiates Legal Proceedings for Payment of 45 Buses
Ebusco has initiated legal proceedings against a customer for the payment of 45 12-metre buses.
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Siemens Secures Contract with Unibuss to Optimise e-Bus Charging
Siemens Smart Infrastructure has signed a contract with Unibuss to deliver its Depot360 tool to optimise charging for electric buses.
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Go-Ahead to Invest £500m in Electric Buses
Bus operator Go-Ahead announced it is investing £500m in decarbonising its fleet. The funds will pay for up to 1,200 electric buses.
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Romania: Karsan to Deliver 38 e-ATA Electric Buses in Botosani
Botosani Municipality has contracted Karsan to supply 38 10-metre e-ATA electric buses, strengthening the manufacturer's presence in Romania…
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Transdev Orders 90 Solaris Electric Buses for Utrecht
Transdev Nederland Holding has ordered 96 electric buses from Solaris to be delivered to Utrecht by the end of 2025.
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The Green Standard in Lifting Technology
Why should you choose EARTHLIFT by Stertil-Koni – the industry's first ‘green’ lifting column – for your heavy-duty lifting requirements?
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Smart Eye's Driver Monitoring System Achieves Approval with Solaris
Smart Eye's Commercial Vehicle (CV) Alert driver support system has successfully passed the homologation process with Solaris.
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Daimler Buses and H2 MOBILITY to Supply Hydrogen Stations for Buses
Daimler Buses is collaborating with H2 MOBILITY to improve the rollout of hydrogen-based infrastructure for buses.
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Arriva Deploys BYD Electric Buses in Madrid
Arriva has introduced 21 BYD electric buses in the Madrid region, alongside the electrification of its second depot in Móstoles.
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ZF Opens New 800V Test & Validation Laboratory in the UK
ZF recently opened the UK’s first-of-its-kind HV Test & Validation Laboratory at its R&D Hub near Solihull.
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Karsan Delivers First e-Jest Electric Minibus in Japan
Electric bus manufacturer, Karsan, has launched its first e-JEST minibus to Ina City, Nagano in central Japan.
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US: MBTA Pilots NextGen Bus Navigation Technology
MBTA has launched its NextGen Bus Navigation Pilot Program, aimed at assisting bus operators in navigating detours and road challenges.
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France: Irizar e-mobility to Deliver Electric Buses in Brest
Irizar e-mobility has been contracted to supply new electric buses for the Bibus network in Brest Métropole, Brittany.
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Belgium: De Lijn to Introduce Electric Midi Buses in Mechelen
Flanders transport operator, De Lijn is set to deploy six emission-free electric midi buses in Mechelen, Belgium.
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Alexander Dennis Electric Buses Achieve 97% Charging Efficiency
Alexander Dennis' next-generation electric buses have achieved a 97% charging efficiency through Zemo Partnership testing.
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Netherlands: Arriva Orders 30 Solaris Electric Buses for West Brabant
Arriva has ordered 30 Solaris electric buses for operations in the West-Brabant region of the Netherlands.
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Wrightbus Reports on Its Continued Growth
Bus manufacturer, Wrightbus has announced the latest data presenting its continued growth in the UK bus sector.
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UK: Go-Ahead to Invest £500 Million in 1,200 Electric Buses
Go-Ahead is investing 500 million GBP in the production of 1,200 zero-emission electric buses through a partnership with Wrightbus.
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Netherlands: Arriva Orders 157 Citea Electric Buses from VDL Bus & Coach
Arriva has ordered 157 new generation Citea electric buses from VDL Bus & Coach for its West Brabant concession in the Netherlands.
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Paving the Way for AI and High-Performance Computing
ADLINK Technology has published a new whitepaper, Paving the Way for AI and High-Performance Computing.
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Flix North America and Green Energy to Install Solar Panels on Intercity Buses
Flix North America, parent company of FlixBus and Greyhound, has partnered with Green Energy to install solar panels on its intercity buses.
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Work Progresses on New York's Midtown Bus Terminal Replacement Project
The Final Environmental Impact Statement has been signed for New York's Midtown Bus Terminal Replacement Project.
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Arriva to Operate Electric Bus Fleet in Budapest
Arriva has secured contracts in Budapest to become the first operator to run a fully electric bus fleet in the Hungarian capital.
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Ireland: NTA Seeks Market Engagement on Electric Bus Charging Infrastructure
Ireland's NTA has announced an Early Market Engagement opportunity as it prepares to procure electric bus charging infrastructure.
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Toronto Transit Commission Receives First Electric Buses
The Toronto Transit Commission (TTC) has received the first two of 340 new battery-electric buses, manufactured by New Flyer and Nova Bus.
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Go-Ahead London Orders 32 Alexander Dennis Small Electric Buses
Alexander Dennis Limited has secured an order from Go-Ahead London to deliver 32 Enviro100EV small electric buses.
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Masats Is Presenting Its Latest Technological Advances at FIAA
Masats will be presenting several new innovations at FIAA, the international bus and coach trade fair, on 22–25 October 2024.
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Stagecoach to Supply Electric Buses for Silvertown Tunnel Cyclists
Stagecoach has been selected by Transport for London (TfL) to supply electric buses for the Silvertown Tunnel's new cycle shuttle bus servic…
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Karsan Partners with Cosmobilis to Strengthen Its Position in Europe
At the European Mobility Exposition, Karsan partnered with Cosmobilis Group on operations in France, Belgium, Switzerland and Luxembourg.
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Solaris Displays Urbino 12 Hydrogen Bus at European Mobility Expo
At the European Mobility Expo, Solaris Bus & Coach is presenting its Solaris Urbino 12 hydrogen bus in Strasbourg, France.
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Flix to Launch Coach Services in Mexico
Flix SE has announced plans to launch its Flixbus coach services in Mexico in the first half of 2025.
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Stertil-Koni Supplies Dakar Mobilité with Vehicle Lifts for BRT
Stertil-Koni has supplied Dakar Mobilité with mobile column vehicle lifts for the operation of a Bus Rapid Transit system in Senegal.
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BYD Delivers 100 Electric Buses in Uruguay
BYD has delivered 100 fully electric buses to Uruguay's largest public transit operator, CUTCSA.
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Italy: 23 Yutong Electric Buses Delivered in Como
Italian bus operator, Asf Autolinee, has introduced 23 Yutong battery electric buses into service in Como.
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Totalkare Showcasing Workshop Equipment at Euro Bus Expo 2024
Totalkare will be exhibiting a line-up of products at Euro Bus Expo, due to take place on 12-14 November 2024 at the NEC Birmingham.
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InnoTrans 2024 Bus Display IN PICTURES
As part of the InnoTrans 2024 trade fair, 11 electric and hydrogen buses are on display in Messe Berlin's Summer Garden.
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InnoTrans 2024: PSI and Unikie to Present Automated Bus Depot
At InnoTrans 2024 this week, PSI Transcom and Unikie will be demonstrating how bus depots can be fully automated.
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FlixBus Introduces Prospect Coaches to UK Network
FlixBus has announced the introduction of Prospect Coaches as a new partner on its UK network.
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InnoTrans 2024: Streamlining Depot Operations for Electric Buses
At InnoTrans, Goal Systems sat down with Olaf Bödecker from PSI Transcom to discuss how operations can be optimised at electric bus depots.
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InnoTrans 2024: CRRC Presents Its Autonomous Rapid Transit Vehicle 2.0
CRRC presented its Autonomous Rapid Transit (ART) 2.0 vehicle at InnoTrans 2024 today, though why does it want to be a train?
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Wavecom Will Be Present at InnoTrans 2024!
Wavecom will be attending InnoTrans in Berlin this week, to demonstrate their onboard connectivity solution for bus and rail.
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NEXCOM at Embedded World North America 2024
NEXCOM will showcase its new ATC 3750-IP7-6C ruggedised computer designed for autonomous machines at Embedded World North America 2024.
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Snapper Services Unveils Mosaiq Global Transit Index at InnoTrans 2024
The inaugural Mosaiq Global Public Transit Index compares the On-Time Performance (OTP) of bus networks in eight global locations.
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Bee Network Celebrates First Year with Record Passenger Numbers
A year ago, Greater Manchester’s Bee Network became the first area in nearly 40 years to bring buses back under local control.
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Karsan e-JEST Electric Minibuses Deployed in Santa Maria
Karsan is continuing its expansion in North America with the delivery of 14 e-JEST electric minibuses to Santa Maria, California.
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Wrightbus Electric Buses to Serve Belfast City Airport
Wrightbus has supplied new electric buses to serve passengers travelling to and from Belfast City Airport (BHD) on Translink's 600 route.
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IVECO BUS and ZF Partner to Deliver e-Mobility Solutions
IVECO BUS and ZF are collaborating to deliver e-mobility solutions to support the decarbonisation of passenger transport.
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Karsan to Present Its Autonomous e-ATAK Electric Bus at InnoTrans
Karsan is presenting its Autonomous e-ATAK electric bus at three major events in Germany and Portugal this September.
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Yutong E11pro Extreme Heat Challenge Debuts!
Saudi Arabia has been embracing new energy vehicles and also strategically diversifying its energy portfolio in recent years.
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MAN to Deliver 50 Electric Buses to Amsterdam Schiphol Airport
MAN has received an order to supply 50 electric buses to Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS) to enhance its passenger transport operations.
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Irizar e-mobility to Deliver New Electric Buses in Madrid
La Veloz, part of the Samar Group, is adding two new Irizar e-mobility electric buses to its fleet in Madrid, Spain.
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FlixBus and Chalfont Coaches Further Expand UK Coach Network
FlixBus has announced a new partnership with Chalfont Coaches, a family-owned business based in Northampton
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France: IVECO Hydrogen Buses to Provide BRT Services in Brittany
Lorient Agglomeration has ordered 19 IVECO BUS hydrogen vehicles to provide Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) services in Brittany, France.
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Solaris Urbino 18 Hydrogen Named Bus of the Year 2025
At IAA Transportation, the Solaris Urbino 18 hydrogen bus was named "Bus of the Year 2025" by the international Bus of the Year jury.
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Alexander Dennis Launches Enviro100EV Electric Bus in Hong Kong
Alexander Dennis has introduced its new Enviro100EV small zero-emission electric bus at the ReThink HK sustainability event in Hong Kong.
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Karsan to Implement Toyota Motor Europe's Hydrogen Fuel Cell Technology
Karsan has partnered with Toyota Motor Europe to implement fuel cell technology in its first hydrogen buses in 2025.
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UK Government Ends Funding for Bus Retrofit Technology
The UK's Transport Secretary, Louise Haigh has confirmed the government's decision to permanently end funding for bus retrofit initiatives.
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Alexander Dennis Faces Potential Redundancies in Scotland
Alexander Dennis, a subsidiary of NFI Group, has initiated a consultation process regarding 160 jobs at risk of redundancy in Scotland.
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49 MAN Lion's City E Electric Buses Ordered for Munich Airport
Munich Airport (MUC) has ordered 49 all-electric MAN Lion's City E buses as part of its sustainability strategy.
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First Solaris Articulated Hydrogen Buses Enter RVK Fleet in Cologne
In early September, RVK introduced the first Solaris articulated hydrogen buses into Cologne’s public transport network.
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Canada: Nova Bus Delivers 6 Electric Buses to Durham Region Transit
In Ontario, Canada, Durham Region Transit (DRT) has welcomed its first six electric buses, supplied by Nova Bus.
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Stagecoach to Take Over Bus Operations in Guernsey
Stagecoach has secured a 5-year contract to take over public transport operations in Guernsey from 1 April 2025.
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Nigeria: Optibus to Digitalise Lagos Bus Rapid Transit
Optibus's software has been selected as the planning and scheduling system for Lagos’ Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) network.
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Belfast's Grand Central Station Opens for Bus Services
Translink has celebrated the opening of Grand Central Station, a 340 million GBP public transport hub in Belfast, Northern Ireland.
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3G Shutdown: Implications for On-Board Bus Connectivity
Wavecom Technologies examines how the 3G shutdown can affect on-board bus connectivity and how to overcome this.
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UK: Local Authorities Granted Powers to Take Control of Bus Services
UK Transport Secretary Louise Haigh has unveiled measures to revolutionise bus services across England, granting powers to local leaders.
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Yutong Delivers 36 CNG Buses in Uzbekistan
Bus manufacturer, Yutong has delivered 36 CNG buses to Uzbekistan, enhancing the nation's sustainable transport options.
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Equipmake Unveils Its Latest Heavy-Duty Electric Bus Motor
At Cenex Expo, Equipmake has unveiled a heavy-duty electric motor for buses and trucks with double the continuous power of its predecessor.
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Amsterdam Schiphol Airport Commences Bus Station Renovation
In collaboration with Vervoerregio Amsterdam, Schiphol Airport (AMS) has commenced a major renovation project to upgrade its bus station.
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METRO Deploys Its First Electric Buses in Houston
The Metro Transit Authority of Harris County (METRO) has deployed its first electric buses for regular service in Houston.
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New Research Highlights the Economic Benefit of UK Bus Services
Recent research commissioned by the Confederation of Passenger Transport (CPT) has revealed the economic benefits of local bus services.
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Wrightbus Unveils Demonstrator Hydrogen Coach
Wrightbus has unveiled its latest hydrogen coach demonstrator at Cenex Expo, taking place at UTAC Millbrook in the UK.
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Saga Tenix Establishes Presence in the UK
Tenix is now establishing its own office in the UK, with David Rooney named as Sales Director for the UK and Ireland.
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Bee Network Awards Final Round of Contracts in Greater Manchester
Diamond Bus and Go North West have been awarded contracts to run school bus services in the final phase of the Bee Network rollout.
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Exploring the Marvel of Double Decker Buses: Enhancing Urban Transit
Wrightbus delves into the world of double deckers and uncover the reasons behind their enduring popularity and practicality.
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Dublin Express Transitions from Diesel to HVO Fuel
Dublin Express has become the first passenger transport operator in Ireland to transition from diesel to Hydrotreated Vegetable Oil (HVO).
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National Express Sells Mortons Travel to Rambler Group Holdings
Rambler Group Holdings has successfully acquired Mortons Travel from National Express for an undisclosed sum.
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Germany: FC Bayern and MAN to Build Bus Charging Hub at Allianz Arena
In partnership with MAN Truck & Bus, FC Bayern Munich is set to build a Charging Hub for electric trucks and buses at the Allianz Arena.
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F.R. Willetts Enhances Fleet Safety with Totalkare
F.R. Willetts has recently installed Totalkare’s Mobile Brake Tester to elevate the safety and efficiency of its fleet.
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Argentina: Equipmake to Supply Zero Emission Drivetrains in Agrale Buses
Equipmake has received an initial order to supply five Zero Emission Drivetrains (ZEDs) to South American bus manufacturer, Agrale S.A.
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Arriva to Deploy New Electric Buses in the Czech Republic
Arriva Group is introducing 16 new SOR NS electric buses in Kladno, the Czech Republic alongside a purpose-built charging hub.
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Report Details Accessibility Challenges for Disabled Passengers in the UK
Bus Users UK has published a new study detailing accessibility challenges disabled passengers face when travelling by bus across the UK.
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Daimler Buses and ChargePoint to Integrate Telematics Software
ChargePoint and Daimler Buses have partnered to integrate telematics and charge management systems with Mercedes-Benz and Setra buses.
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UK: National Express Coventry Trials Volvo BZL Electric Bus
National Express Coventry has announced plans to trial a Volvo BZL Electric single-decker bus over the coming weeks.
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Slovakia: SOR and Škoda Group to Supply Electric Buses in Košice
SOR Libchavy and Škoda Group will deliver up to 30 articulated 18-metre electric buses to the Košice Public Transport Company in Slovakia.
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New Handrail Button HSTIAV
TSL-ESCHA's innovative new handrail button seamlessly integrates acoustic, visual, and haptic feedback into a single button.
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Smart Eye Releases Driver Monitoring System for Buses
Smart Eye has unveiled AIS Focus, a GSR-compliant Driver Monitoring System (DMS) for buses and trucks.
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10 Manufacturers to Exhibit at InnoTrans' Bus Display
The Bus Display at InnoTrans 2024 will present the latest in bus technology, including complete vehicles and charging infrastructure.
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Otokar Exports Bus Monitor System to Portugal
Turkish bus manufacturer, Otokar has exported its telematics solution, Bus Monitor, to Portugal for the first time.
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PSI Presents Integrated System at InnoTrans 2024
PSI Transcom will present IT systems for sustainable and efficient transport at InnoTrans, taking place on 24–27 September 2024 in Berlin.
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Liverpool Demonstrates New Rapid 'Glider' Bus
Liverpool City Region is demonstrating its new rapid ‘Glider’ bus to serve Liverpool Airport and the city's football stadiums by 2028.
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Collaborating with Tower Transit
Snapper Services recently caught up with Sam Greaves, Tower Transit’s Commercial Manager to discuss feedback and impressions.
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New Flyer Hybrid-Electric Bus to Feature Next-Gen BAE Systems Propulsion System
New Flyer's hybrid-electric Xcelsior bus can now be equipped with BAE Systems' next-generation propulsion system.
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Karsan Launches Autonomous e-ATAK Bus in Switzerland
Karsan has introduced its Autonomous e-ATAK electric bus in Switzerland, marking the country's first automated bus service.
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New Flyer Hybrid Buses Deployed in Phoenix
The Phoenix Public Transit Department has launched its first set of hybrid buses, manufactured by New Flyer.
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Advancing Sustainable Transport
Wrightbus looks at the importance of hybrid and fuel cell technologies in the quest for sustainable transport solutions.
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Fourth Edition of London EV Show Poised for Success
The London EV Show, taking place on 26–28 November 2024, will feature EV technology, panel discussions and immersive demonstrations.
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Germany: Daimler Supplies 16 Mercedes-Benz Citaro Buses to Lyst-Reisen
Daimler has delivered 16 new Mercedes-Benz Citaro city buses to Lyst-Reisen for operations in Bavaria, Germany.
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Hexagon Purus to Supply Hydrogen Fuel Storage Systems for GILLIG Buses
US bus manufacturer, GILLIG has signed a long-term agreement with Hexagon Purus for the supply of hydrogen fuel storage systems.
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FlixBus Launches London - Cambridge Electric Coach Service
In partnership with Whippet and Zenobē, FlixBus is launching a 100% electric long-distance coach service between Cambridge and London.
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France: Solaris to Deliver Articulated Hydrogen Buses in Belfort
Solaris Bus & Coach has received an order to supply eight articulated hydrogen buses in the city of Belfort, France.
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First Irizar ie tram Electric Bus Delivered in Kent
Kent County Council (KCC) has taken delivery of the first Irizar ie tram electric bus to operate on the Fasttrack network in Kent Thameside.
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Wrightbus Invests in Totalkare Column Lifts for NewPower Facility
Totalkare has announced that its T8DC cable-free mobile column lifts have been installed at Wrightbus' NewPower facility in Bicester, UK.
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The Rise of Zero Emissions Vehicles and the Double Decker Bus
Wrightbus discusses how double decker and zero emissions buses are stand-out advancements in the journey towards more efficient transport.
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Germany: Solaris to Supply Hydrogen Buses in Kerpen
Solaris will supply an additional 26 hydrogen buses in the German market under a contract with REVG Kerpen.
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TravelSafe Support and Enforcement Officers Rolled Out in Greater Manchester
The Bee Network is rolling out increased TSEO presence on its buses, as part of the government’s anti-social behaviour commitments.
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FlixBus Offers Coach Tickets in and to Ireland
FlixBus has collaborated with Expressway and Flightlink to launch coach services in and to Ireland from the UK.
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Belgium: Hansea Orders 181 Additional MAN Electric Buses
Belgium bus operator, Hansea has ordered a further 181 MAN electric buses for services throughout Flanders.
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AC Transit Deploys Automated Camera Enforcement in Oakland
AC Transit is extending the use of automated camera enforcement to bus stops on all bus lines throughout its service area.
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See How Your Network Stacks Up over Time with Mosaiq Insights
Mosaiq Insights' new On-Time Performance (OTP) Over Time feature highlights how continuous improvement efforts improve services over time.
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New Flyer Named Partner of Choice for $338 Million in FTA Grants
NFI's subsidiary, New Flyer has been named as a partner of choice by 14 transit agencies receiving more than 338 million USD in FTA grants.
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$156 Million Investment to Enhance Bus Services in Texas
The Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) has awarded 156 million USD to transit agencies to improve bus services.
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Solaris to Supply Hydrogen Buses in Czech Republic
Martin Uher Bus has ordered ten Urbino 12 hydrogen buses from Solaris for services in the Central Bohemian region around Prague.
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Canada: Saskatoon Transit Deploys Electric Buses
Saskatoon Transit has launched two new Nova Bus Nova LFSe+ electric buses as part of its public transit fleet in Saskatchewan, Canada.
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Alexander Dennis Unveils Enviro400EV Electric Bus for London
Alexander Dennis has unveiled the first next-generation Enviro400EV battery-electric double-decker bus for Transport for London (TfL).
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Deutsche Bahn Speyer Orders 25 Ebusco 2.2 Electric Buses
Deutsche Bahn has ordered 25 Ebusco 2.2 electric buses from Ebusco to operate in the Speyer region of Germany.
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Seeing Machines' Driver Monitoring System Approved for Wrightbus Buses
Seeing Machines' Guardian Generation 3 driver monitoring system has been approved for use in Wrightbus buses.
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ScotZEB 2 Funding Awarded to Electrify Buses and Coaches in Scotland
Zenobē has been awarded 41.7 million GBP through the second phase of the Scottish Zero Emission Bus Challenge Fund (ScotZEB) programme.
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IndyGo Commences Construction on Inductive Charging Stations
In Indianapolis, IndyGo has commenced construction to install inductive charging stations at the Carson Transit Center.
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ATC 3750-IP7-8M Delivers Rugged Performance for AI Transportation
NEXCOM introduces the ATC 3750-IP7-8M, the rugged AI powerhouse designed to revolutionise automated vehicle technologies.
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UK: First Bus Completes Upgrade at Rochdale Bus Depot
First Bus has completed a 750,000 GBP investment at its Rochdale bus depot to enhance maintenance practices for its Bee Network fleet.
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IVECO BUS to Supply Electric Buses in Nantes
Nantes Métropole has contracted IVECO BUS to supply new electric buses on the Naolib network.
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Denver's RTD Installs Live Look-In Equipment for Bus Safety
Denver's Regional Transportation District (RTD) has installed live look-in equipment on its buses to enhance operator and customer safety.
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Yutong Supplies 30 Pure Electric Buses to Codelco in Chile
Yutong has announced a recent delivery of 30 pure electric buses to The National Copper Corporation of Chile (Codelco).
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S&G Transport Enhances Vehicle Safety with Totalkare
S&G Transport has recently installed Totalkare's mobile brake tester and a set of cable-free mobile column lifts.
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Wrightbus' NewPower to Convert 32 First Bus Vehicles to Electric Drives
Wrightbus' new enterprise, NewPower, has secured its first order to repower 32 First Bus vehicles to electric drives.
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Voith Helps Growth of Zero-Emission Public Transport in the UK
Voith is leading the charge with its specialised electric drive trains for buses in the United Kingdom.
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Arriva London Orders 51 Volvo BZL Electric Double Deck Buses
Volvo Buses has secured its first all-electric bus order with Arriva London to supply 51 Volvo BZL Electric Double Deck buses.
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Transport for Greater Manchester to Launch Bee Network Night Buses
Transport for Greater Manchester (TfGM) is launching a 24-hour transport pilot to provide night bus services within its Bee Network.
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£30 Million in TfL Funding to Improve London Bus Services
Transport for London (TfL) has made 30 million GBP in funding available to deliver bus infrastructure and operational improvements.
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Münchner Verkehrsgesellschaft Starts Operating PSI’s DMS
MVG has started operating the PSItraffic/DMS depot management system from PSI Transcom.
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Volvo Buses Partners with Optibus and Stoneridge to Offer Digital Solutions
Volvo Buses has partnered with Optibus and Stoneridge to provide its customers with connected services and digital solutions.
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The Future of Lightweight High-Performance Components
PEI Mobility's lightweight Sheet Moulding Compound (SMC) technology is helping to set new standards for sustainable mobility.
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Solaris to Supply Hydrogen Buses in Northern France
Solaris will supply four 12-metre Urbino hydrogen buses to Artois Mobilités for the TADAO transport network in northern France.
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UK: Infrastructure Improvements to Enhance Bus Services in Devon
Devon County Council has approved schemes to improve the reliability of bus services in Barnstaple, Exeter and Newton Abbot.