Stagecoach has secured a 5-year contract to take over public transport operations in Guernsey from 1 April 2025.
Under this contract, the company will to manage the island’s transport network, supporting approximately 1.5 million passenger journeys each year.
Stagecoach South West will run 20 core public bus routes and 24 school service routes, enhancing connectivity for both residents and visitors.
To deliver these operations, Stagecoach will welcome 73 existing employees who will transfer to the company, ensuring continuity of service for the local community.
Claire Miles, Chief Executive Officer at Stagecoach said:We are thrilled to embark on this new journey and look forward to making a positive impact on Guernsey’s transport network. Welcoming new staff under the stewardship of Stagecoach South West’s Managing Director, Peter Knight, we will continue to connect the community with efficient transportation.
Stagecoach will begin the process of transitioning operations in the coming months, ensuring that Guernsey continues to benefit from a dependable public transport system.
Peter Knight, Managing Director of Stagecoach South West, said:This is an exciting addition to both our Stagecoach and South West teams. We're looking forward to meeting new members of the team and customers in Guernsey as we begin mobilising this operation over the coming months.
This important and high-profile contract provides us with the opportunity to provide safe, high quality bus services to the Island over the coming years - keeping these communities connected to the people and places that matter most.
