In a big step towards greener public transport, Stagecoach has placed a substantial order for 244 new zero-emission buses from Alexander Dennis. This order, the largest of its kind to date for the bus manufacturer, highlights Stagecoach's commitment to reducing its environmental impact and improving sustainable travel options across the UK.
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Stagecoach collaborated with various local authorities across England to secure successful bids in the second round of the UK Government’s Zero-Emission Regional Bus Areas scheme (ZEBRA 2). With the funding awarded, Stagecoach has placed the largest single order of Alexander Dennis’ zero-emission buses to date.
Among the new buses, 180 will be Enviro400EV double deckers. These vehicles follow similar models previously purchased by Stagecoach with ZEBRA 1 funding, currently being delivered and commissioned. The Enviro400EV boasts an impressive energy efficiency of just 0.67kWh/km over the UK Bus Cycle, featuring 472kWh batteries and a leading warrantable energy throughput of up to 1.6GWh, making it a cost-effective choice for operators.
The order also includes 54 Enviro200EV buses in lengths of 10.9m and 11.7m. This marks the first order for Alexander Dennis’s new integral single decker, set to launch next year. These buses will complement the current range of next-generation electric buses, offering versatility and efficiency.
Rounding out Stagecoach’s order are 10 Enviro100EV small buses. At 8.5m in length and 2.35m wide, the Enviro100EV is ideal for town services, providing the same durability and comfort as larger buses with a substantial operational range thanks to its 354kWh batteries.
Paul Davies, Alexander Dennis President & Managing Director, commented on the deal:
“This landmark deal with Stagecoach confirms the benefits of our next-generation electric buses, which have been carefully designed to deliver a highly attractive total cost of ownership proposition.
“We are particularly delighted that Stagecoach will benefit from our platform approach to vehicle development, which maximises the number of common parts and solutions across all three vehicle types to make them easy to drive and maintain. Our Enviro100EV ‘big small bus’, the new Enviro200EV all-rounder, and the crowd-shifting Enviro400EV double decker will be driving value together through efficiency, longevity, and flexibility.”
Claire Miles, Chief Executive Officer for Stagecoach, added:
“We’re excited to place the largest electric vehicle order to date for Alexander Dennis with these 244 new vehicles, which reflect Stagecoach’s commitment to transition to a zero-emission bus fleet. We will continue to build on our work to tackle climate change and connect communities across the UK sustainably and efficiently.”
All Enviro400EV, Enviro200EV, and Enviro100EV buses ordered with ZEBRA 2 funding will be delivered to Stagecoach’s operating companies in England during 2025 and 2026.
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