LBSL intends to enter into new contracts for the following routes with the operators listed below:
Route 54
Retained by: Stagecoach Selkent
PVR: 16
Vehicles: Existing hybrid double deck
Contract Start Date: 2nd May 2026
Contract End Date: 4th May 2029
Route 69 (24h)
Retained by: Go-Ahead Blue Triangle
PVR: 15
Vehicles: Existing electric double deck
Contract Start Date: 2nd May 2026
Contract End Date: 29th April 2033
Route 75
Retained by: Stagecoach Selkent
PVR: 15
Vehicles: Existing hybrid double deck
Contract Start Date: 25th April 2026
Contract End Date: 27th April 2029
Route 124
Retained by: Stagecoach Selkent
PVR: 17
Vehicles: Existing diesel single deck
Contract Start Date: 23rd May 2026
Contract End Date: 25th May 2029
Route 136
Retained by: Stagecoach Selkent
PVR: 22
Vehicles: Existing hybrid double deck
Contract Start Date: 23rd May 2026
Contract End Date: 25th May 2029
Route 159 (24h)
Retained by: Transport UK London
PVR: 22
Vehicles: Existing New Routemaster
Contract Start Date: 6th December 2025
Contract End Date: 7th December 2029
Route 200
Retained by: Go-Ahead London General
PVR: 14
Vehicles: New electric double deck
Contract Start Date: 23rd May 2026
Contract End Date: 20th May 2033
Route 220 (24h)
Retained by: London United (trading as First Bus)
PVR: 25
Vehicles: Existing hybrid double deck
Contract Start Date: 18th October 2025
Contract End Date: 20th October 2028
Route 463
Retained by: Go-Ahead Metrobus
PVR: 10
Vehicles: Existing diesel single deck
Contract Start Date: 4th April 2026
Contract End Date: 6th April 2029
Electric vehicles may enter service after the contract start date, dependent on infrastructure and/ or vehicle delivery timescales.
The diesel and hybrid vehicles detailed above will meet Euro VI emissions standards.
Here are the highlights of my posts on X (formerly known as Twitter) and BlueSky. If you have an account on X and BlueSky, you are welcome to like and retweet my posts.
Highlights of the consultation report on the Oxford Street Transformation:
— CLondoner92 (@CLondoner92) June 18, 2025
Oxford Street will be transformed by a Mayoral Development Corporation to pedestrianise and create a greener, safer space. Backed by Londoners, it aims to boost jobs and visitors.https://t.co/0BoCUTI7zA https://t.co/QDVHvIwhhP pic.twitter.com/d4AiIvMT2D
Post from LinkedIn: Wrightbus builds top-class electric buses like the StreetDeck Electroliner, featuring over 85% shared parts, fast 2.5h charging, 97% uptime, full seating, strong accessibility, and modern comfort across the UK and Ireland. www.linkedin.com/posts/wright...
— CLondoner92 (@clondoner92.bsky.social) June 18, 2025 at 2:16 PM
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Stagecoach London has unveiled a new electric Macmillan Cancer Support bus in memory of Martyn Henderson. Built by Wrightbus, it promotes cancer awareness and support, continuing a partnership that’s raised over £150,000 for Macmillan since 2018.https://t.co/u1gZ4t2gFU pic.twitter.com/nYrrdX131a
— CLondoner92 (@CLondoner92) June 19, 2025
Greater Anglia has unveiled a new 8-metre info board at Norwich station showing real-time train and bus departures. The high-def, energy-efficient screen improves accessibility and helps passengers travel seamlessly. Launched during Better Transport Week. www.greateranglia.co.uk/about-us/new...
— CLondoner92 (@clondoner92.bsky.social) June 19, 2025 at 3:18 PM
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New DLR trains are being tested, with the first of 54 entering service later this year. From 21 July, some services pause to maintain reliability. Full service returns as new trains roll out, offering more capacity, air-con, and better accessibility.https://t.co/jHvBia8DZE pic.twitter.com/UttxHcZgFx
— CLondoner92 (@CLondoner92) June 20, 2025
The #UK Government will provide #TfL £2.167bn from 2026-2030 for key capital projects. TfL must manage costs, raise fares by RPI+1%, improve efficiency, and support local schemes. Delivery will be independently monitored to boost London’s #transport and economy growth. www.gov.uk/government/p...
— CLondoner92 (@clondoner92.bsky.social) June 20, 2025 at 1:39 PM
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New Piccadilly line trains with 10% more capacity, air conditioning, wider doors, and CCTV start running late 2026. Testing begins this summer after addressing complex engineering challenges. The upgrade supports jobs and improves journeys for millions.https://t.co/cauFyalrWM pic.twitter.com/3TEjbeOYNs
— CLondoner92 (@CLondoner92) June 20, 2025
With the proposed Mayoral Combined County Authority across Essex, Thurrock and Southend-on-Sea, I hope the forthcoming transport authority will introduce new bus services into Romford, Havering, to enhance connectivity and work in collaboration with TfL. www.gov.uk/government/c...
— CLondoner92 (@clondoner92.bsky.social) June 22, 2025 at 12:55 PM
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Transport for London (TfL) is consulting on a DLR extension to Thamesmead via Beckton Riverside. Open until 17 August, the plan could unlock 30,000 homes, 10,000 jobs and boost connections in east and south-east London. Have your say now.https://t.co/3Azm4nBqAm pic.twitter.com/Sd2T0O487H
— CLondoner92 (@CLondoner92) June 23, 2025
#Transport for #London Have Your Say: Extending the DLR to Beckton Riverside and Thamesmead Comments are invited on the route option, new stations, impacts, environment, and how to build the extension. Consultation closes on 17 August 2025 haveyoursay.tfl.gov.uk/dlr-extensio...
— CLondoner92 (@clondoner92.bsky.social) June 23, 2025 at 1:19 PM
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Transport for London will upgrade Pontoon Dock DLR station with new escalators, a larger mezzanine, and better access. Backed by TfL, Homes England, the GLA, and Lendlease, it supports 6,500 new homes and 10,000 jobs. Work starts in summer 2026.https://t.co/vVBS2IuzV4 pic.twitter.com/c1Bv5VO8i2
— CLondoner92 (@CLondoner92) June 24, 2025
TfL’s Places for London has chosen Ballymore to redevelop Limmo Peninsula near Canning Town. The project will deliver 1,400 homes (40% affordable), green space, a new bridge, and strong transport links, transforming a former Elizabeth line site. tfl-newsroom.prgloo.com/news/places-...
— CLondoner92 (@clondoner92.bsky.social) June 24, 2025 at 2:28 PM
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Greater Manchester’s Bee Network has boosted bus use by 14%, improved punctuality and access, and kept fares low. With £2.5bn funding, it aims to expand and integrate rail, creating the UK’s first fully zero-emission public transport system by 2030.https://t.co/j5vl1EOGIz pic.twitter.com/mHTyP3sXv0
— CLondoner92 (@CLondoner92) June 24, 2025
#Transport for #London has signed a 15-year deal with #EDF #Renewables #UK for solar energy from a new #Essex farm. Supplying 80 GWh annually, it will cut emissions, boost biodiversity, create green jobs and support TfL’s 2030 net zero goal. tfl-newsroom.prgloo.com/news/new-sol...
— CLondoner92 (@clondoner92.bsky.social) June 25, 2025 at 1:58 PM
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They used red for the Central line, which is the colour used by the London Underground. ⦵🚇😁https://t.co/urQT4bApRT https://t.co/de5FKKFw1Y pic.twitter.com/X8SssPCg9y
— CLondoner92 (@CLondoner92) June 26, 2025
Highlights of the consultation report for Pedicab regulations: The Pedicabs (London) Act 2024 enables Transport for London to regulate pedicabs. A public consultation showed strong support for safety, fare and noise controls. haveyoursay.tfl.gov.uk/pedicab-regu...
— CLondoner92 (@clondoner92.bsky.social) June 26, 2025 at 11:10 AM
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I would like to extend an invite for you to follow me on X (formerly Twitter) for transport-related updates. You can find me by searching for @CLondoner92 or by clicking on the direct link to my X page here. I am also present on BlueSky and Mastodon. I look forward to connecting with you on these platforms. Thank you for your support.
