LBSL intends to enter into new contracts for the following routes with the operators listed below:
Route 372
Current Operator: Stagecoach East London
New Operator: Stagecoach East London
PVR: 8
Vehicles: New electric double deck
Contract Start Date: 28th March 2026
Contract End Date: 25th March 2033
Routes 649/650/651
Current Operator: Blue Triangle
New Operator: Stagecoach East London
PVR: 9
Vehicles: Existing diesel double deck
Contract Start Date: 3rd January 2026
Contract End Date: 5th January 2029
New electric vehicles may enter service after the contract start date, dependent on infrastructure and/ or vehicle delivery timescales.
The diesel vehicles detailed above will meet Euro VI emissions standards.
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Transport for London Freedom of Information release:
— CLondoner92 (@CLondoner92) April 30, 2025
TfL has confirmed it holds the requested documents: the London Underground wayfinding guide, events signage standards, and attractions signage standards.https://t.co/OX1Nt5oRo2 pic.twitter.com/ZvWNNpU9Y7
TfL is expanding its enforcement team and using advanced data tools to target fare evaders, aiming to cut fare evasion to 1.5% by 2030. The strategy tackles repeat offenders, protects staff, and safeguards vital revenue for London’s transport network.https://t.co/QSR8nCMGlu pic.twitter.com/gqfWGUPYRS
— CLondoner92 (@CLondoner92) April 30, 2025
The Brisbane Metro in Australia reached one million passengers three months after the M2 line launched. The all-electric lighTram® 25 TOSA vehicles offer increased capacity, with plans for further expansion, providing 30 million additional seats annually.https://t.co/loZ6iPwkBN pic.twitter.com/WovvU4NKVp
— CLondoner92 (@CLondoner92) April 30, 2025
#Transport for #London Freedom of Information release: #TfL provided a job description detailing Tube driver duties, including safe train operation, safety checks, fault handling, communication, and customer service, along with required skills and behaviours. tfl.gov.uk/corporate/tr...
— CLondoner92 (@clondoner92.bsky.social) April 28, 2025 at 11:10 PM
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Transport for London Freedom of Information release: Since January 2025, London Underground CSA2 training starters were 53 in Jan, 34 in Feb, 18 in Mar, and 23 in Apr. 469 offers made; 140 started, 298 waiting, 31 withdrawn. tfl.gov.uk/corporate/tr...
— CLondoner92 (@clondoner92.bsky.social) April 28, 2025 at 11:15 PM
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Daimler Buses has delivered five electric eCitaro buses to HEAG mobilo in #Darmstadt, #Germany. The 12-metre buses feature 588 kWh batteries, safety tech, USB ports, air conditioning, and 26 seats, supporting eco-friendly and comfortable public #transport. www.mercedes-benz-bus.com/en_DE/brand/...
— CLondoner92 (@clondoner92.bsky.social) April 29, 2025 at 5:50 PM
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Isle of Man #Transport has added six new #Mercedes-Benz Citaro buses, including four 12-metre and two 10.6-metre Citaro K models. These buses offer improved manoeuvrability and safety, enhancing island-wide services. Supplied by Daimler Buses UK Ltd. www.mercedes-benz-bus.com/en_GB/brand/...
— CLondoner92 (@clondoner92.bsky.social) May 2, 2025 at 4:32 PM
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