Transport for London (TfL) has announced yesterday (14th January) the first round of London Bus Tender awards for the New Year (2025), with three bus routes set to continue using single-deck buses until the end of 2028.
LBSL intends to enter into new contracts for the following routes with the operators listed below:
Route 318
Current Operator: Arriva London North
New Operator: Go-Ahead London General
PVR: 9
Vehicles: Existing diesel single deck
Contract Start Date: 8th November 2025
Contract End Date: 10th November 2028
Retained By: Metroline
PVR: 7
Vehicles: Existing diesel single deck
Contract Start Date: 25th October 2025
Contract End Date: 27th October 2028
Route H25
Retained By: Transport UK West London
PVR: 10
Vehicles: Existing diesel single deck
Contract Start Date: 15th November 2025
Contract End Date: 17th November 2028
The diesel and hybrid vehicles detailed above will meet Euro VI emissions standards.
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The Silvertown Tunnel opens on 7 April 2025, linking Silvertown to the Greenwich Peninsula. Journey times will be reduced by up to 20 minutes, with zero-emission buses increasing from 6 to 21 per hour, all free for the first year.https://t.co/jVEmWnKpbd pic.twitter.com/OyrdqJNwPM
— CLondoner92 (@CLondoner92) January 6, 2025
Southeastern, Network Rail, and Cordel are using LiDAR sensors on trains to create 3D models of station platforms. The data will help design future trains for improved accessibility and easier boarding, especially for those with mobility challenges.https://t.co/sTCeT4W742 pic.twitter.com/3py7gRvHfQ
— CLondoner92 (@CLondoner92) January 13, 2025
PoznaΕ, Poland is adding 17 electric Solaris Urbino buses to its fleet, with delivery expected by Q2 2026. Each 18-metre bus will carry 110 passengers and feature advanced batteries for long ranges. MPK PoznaΕ already operates over 300 Solaris buses, including 58 electric and 25 hydrogen models.
— CLondoner92 (@clondoner92.bsky.social) January 15, 2025 at 12:33 PM
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The London Omnibus Traction Society (LOTS) has reported that route 323 has been 'de-electrified', as the existing buses will be used for the Cross River Cycling Service once the new Silvertown Tunnel opens in April.
— CLondoner92 (@clondoner92.bsky.social) January 13, 2025 at 10:25 AM
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