The number of new public service vehicles joining UK roads grew by half (49.8%) in the first three months of 2025 with 2,532 buses, coaches and minibuses registered, according to the latest figures published by the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT).
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Zero-emission bus manufacturer Wrightbus has secured a £150m finance package from HSBC UK as it prepares to ramp up production and decarbonise transport fleets worldwide.
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Alexander Dennis has supplied 11 new Enviro200 single deck buses to English independent operator Compass Travel.
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Commonwealth Coaches has taken delivery of a new 53-seat Volvo B8R MCV eVoTor, with a 57-seat model to follow in the coming weeks, as part of a fleet refresh and upgrade.
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A shared vision on sustainability and a strong, established working relationship has seen Lothian commit to a new three-year contract with Michelin.
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Alexander Dennis has announced that Greater London operator Commonwealth Coaches has taken delivery of an Enviro400 double deck bus.
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Suffolk-based BorderBus has placed an order for a second Volvo B8RLE MCV eVoRa bus following the proven performance of an identical model purchased in October 2023 – which joined a 30-strong fleet comprised largely of competitor brands.
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Alexander Dennis has delivered two new Enviro400 double deck buses to English independent operator Faresaver Buses. Two further identical vehicles are due to follow this autumn.
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With a new chassis variant that features the recently launched e-machine and charging options, plus new rear axle options, Scania said it now provides bus operators with a compelling alternative for electrifying transport operations beyond purely urban applications.
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Alexander Dennis has completed the delivery of 18 Enviro400 double deck and 10 Enviro200 single deck low-emission buses to Go South Coast, part of the Go-Ahead Group.
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Alexander Dennis has delivered a new Enviro200 bus to English operator Hatch Green Coaches.
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First Bus is investing £70m in a further 160 zero-emission buses in the West of England, growing the First Bus zero-emission local fleet to over 250 vehicles.
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