LBSL intends to enter into new contracts for the following routes with the operators listed below:
Route 13 (24h)
Retained by: London Transit [First Bus London]
PVR: 21
Vehicles: Existing hybrid double deck
Contract Start Date: 28th March 2026
Contract End Date: 30th March 2029
Route 81
Retained by: Metroline
PVR: 16
Vehicles: New electric double deck
Contract Start Date: 25th July 2026
Contract End Date: 22nd July 2033
Route 81 will initially be operated by existing hybrids.
The 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.
First Bus has ordered 17 new electric buses from Alexander Dennis for Bath, set to arrive in 2026. Supported by ZEBRA funding, they’ll cut emissions and deliver quieter, cleaner, more comfortable journeys while fitting Bath’s historic, narrow streets. www.alexander-dennis.com/first-bus-or...
— CLondoner92 (@clondoner92.bsky.social) September 22, 2025 at 9:52 AM
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Transport for London Freedom of Information release:
— CLondoner92 (@CLondoner92) September 22, 2025
TfL provided an accessibility audit for disabled users across London Underground, Overground, and Elizabeth line stations, listing stations checked to improve accessibility and transparency.https://t.co/E2W3E8X0Ar pic.twitter.com/p64r3pvZVY
#Transport for #London Have Your Say: SL14 - proposed Superloop express bus service between Stratford bus station and Chingford Hatch, with changes to route D8 Consultation closes on 5 November 2025 haveyoursay.tfl.gov.uk/sl14-superloop
— CLondoner92 (@clondoner92.bsky.social) September 25, 2025 at 11:24 AM
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New bus lanes across the West Midlands will speed up commutes by up to 22%. Three priority routes start in 2026, with more planned. It’s part of TfWM’s move to take back control of buses and reduce congestion across the region.https://t.co/5Pur0doL4C pic.twitter.com/WloaB4wMFR
— CLondoner92 (@CLondoner92) September 25, 2025
Richmond station has been restored to its 1937 Art Deco glory, with features like bronze doors, timber friezes, and green glass signs revived. A historic sign loaned by London Transport Museum adds the finishing touch to this elegant gateway to Richmond. www.southwesternrailway.com/other/news-a...
— CLondoner92 (@clondoner92.bsky.social) September 25, 2025 at 3:55 PM
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Transport for London staff marked its 25th year with blooming gardens across stations. Over 50 entries wowed judges in the ‘In Bloom’ contest, with top prizes for Highbury & Islington, South Tottenham and Goodge Street.https://t.co/In3FUmK6S5 pic.twitter.com/z2VYrW9mei
— CLondoner92 (@CLondoner92) September 26, 2025
Transport for London’s 2024/25 report shows a £201m operating surplus (per management reports), improved safety, greener travel, and 25 years of progress. The Elizabeth line led UK rail, the Superloop bus network grew, ULEZ cut pollution, and diversity was celebrated. tfl.gov.uk/corporate/pu...
— CLondoner92 (@clondoner92.bsky.social) September 26, 2025 at 6:16 PM
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Transport for London has issued £350m in 5.75% Notes due Oct 2041 under its £5bn Euro Medium Term Note Programme. Final terms and the pricing supplement were published on 29 Sept 2025. Trading is expected to start around 1 Oct 2025 on the LSE main market.https://t.co/LEaRUpVr9v pic.twitter.com/Jf3u28coU5
— CLondoner92 (@CLondoner92) September 29, 2025
The new 2025–2028 transport strategy sets out six goals, focusing on safety, access, sustainability, and innovation. It aims to deliver a reliable and inclusive system, backed by a clear action plan to guide and monitor progress across Ireland. www.gov.ie/en/departmen...
— CLondoner92 (@clondoner92.bsky.social) September 30, 2025 at 5:41 PM
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MetroLink, Ireland’s first metro, has received planning approval. The 19km line will run from Swords to the city via Dublin Airport. Backed by €2bn, it will transform public transport, cut commute times, and boost housing and connectivity in Dublin.https://t.co/Ho5xJuQVcD pic.twitter.com/QG8JKXEtoo
— CLondoner92 (@CLondoner92) October 2, 2025
Singapore’s LTA awards contract to pilot autonomous vehicle (AV) buses on routes 400 and 191 from 2026. Six electric AVs will start with safety operators onboard, then shift to remote monitoring. The trial may expand to more services if successful. www.lta.gov.sg/content/ltag...
— CLondoner92 (@clondoner92.bsky.social) October 2, 2025 at 3:11 PM
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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.
