(10 Jun 2014, 8:21 pm)AIG20 wrote [ -> ]Since the Stockton MAN E300s are nearly five years old, they will be due for a repaint whether they have branding or not (which 24101 - 24112 do). I assume that they will be de-branded and repainted before the new ADL E300s arrive, as the new ADL E300s might receive their own branding for the 36,37 and 38 - the services which they will be allocated to.
Hopefully the new branding will be like the current 37 branding NOT the current 36, ie not obliterating the windows!
(13 Jun 2014, 4:52 pm)Roland Pratt wrote [ -> ]Hopefully the new branding will be like the current 37 branding NOT the current 36, ie not obliterating the windows!
I hope it's a little bit more impactive than the route 37 sub-branding...
(13 Jun 2014, 2:52 pm)Kuyoyo wrote [ -> ]Those 8 are MANs from Scotland - 22110, 22112, 22309, 22702, 22703, 22802 and 22803 confirmed and a further example. They set off yesterday (after all, they are all ex-Aberdeen)
And in addition to the 7 that will arrive from Scotland (22701 the missing one from that list, and 22112 broke down en-route) - 22464/8 have arrived there today.
Not quick enough, Tony! I beat you to it that time as it actually popped up on my news feed.
(13 Jun 2014, 4:53 pm)Dan wrote [ -> ]I hope it's a little bit more impactive than the route 37 sub-branding...
I'd rather it be less impactive and able to see out of the windows! No reason why it shouldn't be both, mind.
Thought 22464 and 22468 were ex Sunderland not Teesside
(12 Jun 2014, 7:32 am)AIG20 wrote [ -> ]At least two or three more MAN ALX300s have been withdrawn. However, they are hidden amongst already withdrawn 22464, 22462, 22190, as well as E200 39727 and Driver Trainer 20551 at the rear of the depot.
In addition, South Shields ADL E200 36479 is in the Chassis Wash pit.
Ten MANs in total withdrawn at Sunderland so far (replaced by 28018-27) - 22190/96, 22453/62/63/64/68/90/94, 22675. Photos etc in the news feature on
http://stagecoach.mybesthost.com
(13 Jun 2014, 7:18 pm)Acky81 wrote [ -> ]Thought 22464 and 22468 were ex Sunderland not Teesside
That's right. They probably think Smoggies are Geordies down there!
Closure of Albion Place/ Green Terrace junction, affecting Services 3,4,5,5A,8,10,11,12,13,16,20,23,X1
On Monday 23 June 2014, the Albion Terrace/Green Terrace junction will need to be closed to facilitate highways remarking works.
Last Updated: 13 June 2014 5:22 PM
Weather permitting, this closure is anticipated to be in place between approximately 1130 – 1700 on Monday 23 June 2014, and will affect all eastbound/ northbound buses in the city centre area, and also westbound trips on Services 5, 5A, 8, 10, 11, 16 and 20.
During the period of this closure, eastbound/ northbound buses will be unable to observe their normal Vine Place bus stops, and will instead be required to divert via Stockton Road and Burdon Road, temporarily observing a bus stop near St.George’s Way on Stockton Road.
Eastbound/ northbound buses will continue to be able to observe their normal Fawcett Street, Borough Road and Athenaeum Street stops.
Westbound trips on Services 5, 5A, 8, 10, 11, 16 and 20 will also be affected by this closure, as they will be unable to access Green Terrace. Customers for these routes are advised to use the previous bus stop along the line of route, located on Holmeside.
Clearly, whilst we will be endeavouring to operate all services through this area in accordance with their published timetables, as well as continuing to liaise with our colleagues at Sunderland City Council to mitigate any problems, there is nonetheless the potential that some trips may be subject to localised delays.
Stagecoach would like to apologise for any inconvenience these works by Sunderland City Council may cause, and we remain grateful for customers’ patience and understanding.
Services Affected: 3, 4, 5, 5A, 8, 10, 11, 12, 13, 16, 18, 19, 20, 23, X1
Originally Posted: 13 June 2014 5:19 PM
Is 22019 back in service yet?
(16 Jun 2014, 10:03 am)AIG20 wrote [ -> ]22066 (NK54 BFN) is currently getting sanded down ready for repaint at Sunderland Depot. 28035 (YP14 TGE) along with two other Gas Buses are sat at the rear of Sunderland depot alongside the withdrawn MAN ALX300s 22462, 22494 and 22190.
Have the other 2 gas buses just arrived or did they arrive last week?
Sorry i have being away for the weekend, trying to keep up!
(16 Jun 2014, 2:58 pm)Richard Smiles wrote [ -> ]Hopefully when the Local Press report on the Appointment of the New Operations Manager @ Stagecoach in Sunderland, they will be able to spell Smith. Rachel Geliamassi has or is about to depart for the South of The Country taking up a New Post as Operations Director.
The New Operations Manager @ Sunderland, takes up her post next week having moved from Stagecoach Cheltenham & Gloucester. It was Rachel of whom was involved in organising the Open Day for The GAS Bus Launch in February of this year.
Let's hope she doesn't make massive changes the services!
(16 Jun 2014, 3:13 pm)Richard Smiles wrote [ -> ]Only Arriva do that Michael. They (Arriva) Changed things on Teesside in February & less than six months later they are messing around with things again. The Stagecoach Network on Teesside tends to be pretty stable. Passengers know their service numbers & the Frequencies at which they operate.
God help my former Colleagues in the Teesside (Local Authority) Public Transport Unit, having to change the timetables at alot of the Bus Stops yet again. They may as well not bother, given Arriva's constant changes to their Timetables.
The whole stagecoach network seems to be the only stable one, i don't think there has being massive changes to any of the Sunderland services in years, by that i mean, such as massive route changes, withdrawals etc
All weave had is the odd frequency change on Sundays
Same as Newcastle and South Shields i think
Any news on whether or not 33101 has any interest from preservationists or buyers?
(16 Jun 2014, 3:28 pm)Richard Smiles wrote [ -> ]Years ago, you would have Staff in the same post for a whole career, now in some cases, they come for a few months or years, then move on to pastures new or to better themselves. The Commercial Team are often the best people to deal with a Network, as they are often Local, know their area & how best to deal with making improvements, and have probably held the same position for very many years.
Unfortunately, Arriva seem obsessed with constant changes to their Network or timing tweaks. As the old saying goes, if it aint broken, don't fix it.
I suspect that the reason for the constant Arriva changes are the appointment of the commercial manager there. He has a mentality of been extremely arrogant and insistent on changing things hence so many unnecessary changes during his time at GNE
(17 Jun 2014, 5:14 am)Richard Smiles wrote [ -> ]I am aware of at least one person, of whom is very interested in purchasing 33101 for preservation, but promised that, I would keep their identity a Secret, and so I am not prepared to say anymore with regards to this.
Half Pint on this forum has shown clear interest in the past, and I'm fairly sure most members know him by his actual name too!
28011 broken down outside of the cinema on/near John St.
(17 Jun 2014, 10:24 am)Dan wrote [ -> ]28011 broken down outside of the cinema on/near John St.
Think thats the first one which has broken down in service
(17 Jun 2014, 11:28 am)AIG20 wrote [ -> ]Was it towed back to the depot or did the engineers manage to get it up and running again?
I didn't wait to see. I was only passing on the bus and it had hazards on whilst driver was walking around the inside of the bus.
(17 Jun 2014, 3:25 pm)AIG20 wrote [ -> ]Hartlepool Pointer Dart 34606 (NK04 NPJ) is now getting sanded down ready for repaint. 22063 (NK54 BFJ) has been moved to the workshop to the right of the chassis wash pit for a new coat of paint.
Furthermore, 22675 (V675 DDC) is the only MAN ALX300 left at the rear of the depot, alongside two gas buses - one of which is 28031.
22190, 22462 & 22494 looking likely candidates for the final three to be transferred to Lincoln?
(17 Jun 2014, 7:14 pm)AIG20 wrote [ -> ]They are expecting to receive a total of 11 Ex-Aberdeen vehicles, as mentioned in an earlier post. However, are they still expecting a total of 8 vehicles from the NE - 5 of which have already arrived?
Yes, that's what I was referring to... 5 (22174, 22453/63/64/68) + 3 (22190, 22462/94) = 8
Mainly for Michael but for anyone else who is interested...
Months back we discussed the 22:22 service 16 which has 17 minutes layover at Park Lane...
Managed to photograph that run this evening - everyone was kicked off at Park Lane.
![[Image: 14267976308_9fe580e6fc.jpg]](https://farm4.staticflickr.com/3905/14267976308_9fe580e6fc.jpg)
Stagecoach North East: 28015 / YN63BXR by
danielgrahamm, on Flickr
(18 Jun 2014, 10:33 pm)Dan wrote [ -> ]Mainly for Michael but for anyone else who is interested...
Months back we discussed the 22:22 service 16 which has 17 minutes layover at Park Lane...
Managed to photograph that run this evening - everyone was kicked off at Park Lane.
Stagecoach North East: 28015 / YN63BXR by danielgrahamm, on Flickr
someone got a pic, thanks
Odd seen it in park lane
Does anyone know if any of the last remaining gas buses have arrived?
(19 Jun 2014, 9:15 am)AIG20 wrote [ -> ]Stockton MAN ALX300 22018 is sat at the rear of Sunderland Depot (presumably for repaint) alongside Driver Trainers 20551 and 20552; and Gas Buses 28031, 28033 and 28035.
If any other gas buses have arrived, they may be hidden from view (in one of the workshops).
Wonder if they are waiting to be taxed?
22021 appeared to be working for Slatyford today. I saw it on service 30 whilst I was on the X34.
Have any of 28028/30-35 been noted in service as yet?
