(03 Aug 2017, 6:06 pm)Michael wrote I hope not, i think it could spoil it.

I think blue and gold will look nice. Looks good on foxes biscuits anyway  

(03 Aug 2017, 6:11 pm)JP6004 wrote I think blue and gold will look nice. Looks good on foxes biscuits anyway  

Ye, but i just hope the "X" isn't really big, as it'll look daft.... they might of changed the brand completely though.... might not be called "Tyne Tees Xpress"

(03 Aug 2017, 6:13 pm)Michael wrote Ye, but i just hope the "X" isn't really big, as it'll look daft.... they might of changed the brand completely though.... might not be called "Tyne Tees Xpress"

True, might be like the original TTX seat moquette withe Tyne and transporter bridges

(03 Aug 2017, 6:18 pm)JP6004 wrote True, might be like the original TTX seat moquette withe Tyne and transporter bridges

That would be a good idea, to set it out like the "Black Cats" and "Toonlink".

(03 Aug 2017, 6:21 pm)Michael wrote That would be a good idea, to set it out like the "Black Cats" and "Toonlink".

I have seen it and its very smart , its gonna look impressive mind.

(03 Aug 2017, 5:13 pm)citaro5284 wrote https://www.flickr.com/photos/81709772@N07/36184862882/

Is that a dint in the panelling, just above the stairs?

Anyone know if 4927 is out today ?

Don't know if this is true, but heard from a Stanley driver that next year the depot at Stanley is splitting. The 6, X30/1 and 47 are going to riverside and the rest of the routes are going down to a new proposed depot in Consett (not the old Delves Lane one). How much of this is true and/or even heard of?

(04 Aug 2017, 2:58 pm)Jackamcardle wrote Don't know if this is true, but heard from a Stanley driver that next year the depot at Stanley is splitting. The 6, X30/1 and 47 are going to riverside and the rest of the routes are going down to a new proposed depot in Consett (not the old Delves Lane one). How much of this is true and/or even heard of?

Don't think such things would be confirmed, if true, and a very big if, until plans were in action and were finalised. Stuff like that is normally financially structured, as such is normally withheld from disclosure to even drivers and such until it actually concerns them. Better to play it by ear with these sorts of things. Whatever happens, happens - whatever doesn't - doesn't.

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(04 Aug 2017, 2:58 pm)Jackamcardle wrote Don't know if this is true, but heard from a Stanley driver that next year the depot at Stanley is splitting. The 6, X30/1 and 47 are going to riverside and the rest of the routes are going down to a new proposed depot in Consett (not the old Delves Lane one). How much of this is true and/or even heard of?

Interesting, would Riverside have room though?, unless other routes move out.


Just have to wait and see.

5286 broken down on Bedeburn Road

(04 Aug 2017, 2:58 pm)Jackamcardle wrote Don't know if this is true, but heard from a Stanley driver that next year the depot at Stanley is splitting. The 6, X30/1 and 47 are going to riverside and the rest of the routes are going down to a new proposed depot in Consett (not the old Delves Lane one). How much of this is true and/or even heard of?

My dad heard that something was happening to Stanley depot from one of the old 689 drivers he was talking to at Tanfield School. It was news to me at the time when I was told me later. A proposed depot at Consett was mentioned then too.

What route will be placed on the new GNE Buses?

(04 Aug 2017, 4:31 pm)LivingOnGNE wrote What route will be placed on the new GNE Buses?

The blue Gemini 3's?, the X9/X10. 

Heres a little hint everyone , tyne tees xpress has limited time left the brand itself.

(04 Aug 2017, 5:11 pm)Citaro5326 wrote Heres a little hint everyone , tyne tees xpress has limited time left the brand itself.

The Chemical Wasteland Express? Taking you to the heart of industrial North Yorkshire...

(04 Aug 2017, 5:11 pm)Citaro5326 wrote Heres a little hint everyone , tyne tees xpress has limited time left the brand itself.

Pronto making a comeback


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(04 Aug 2017, 2:58 pm)Jackamcardle wrote Don't know if this is true, but heard from a Stanley driver that next year the depot at Stanley is splitting. The 6, X30/1 and 47 are going to riverside and the rest of the routes are going down to a new proposed depot in Consett (not the old Delves Lane one). How much of this is true and/or even heard of?

47 back to Riverside? The Traffic Comissioner would be having GNE for dinner in terms of fines for late running and even more so under the new universal GNE licence!

(04 Aug 2017, 6:38 pm)Ambassador wrote The Chemical Wasteland Express? Taking you to the heart of industrial North Yorkshire...

Ive seen the livery its smart and is very wye catching ! Hope it looks as good as i got showen off kevin carr himself.

(04 Aug 2017, 10:20 pm)Citaro5326 wrote Ive seen the livery its smart and is very wye catching ! Hope it looks as good as i got showen off kevin carr himself.

Hmmmmm I am not sure if mr Carr would reveal such an wye catching design to the public, being the managing director of the company and I assume well in the knowledge that this is commercially sensitive information....

I believe the drawing for the new X9/X10 was shown to enthusiasts in a presentation by the Managing Director Kevin Carr to the Northern Group Enthusiasts Club, held not so long ago, at Riverside Depot.

Sort of like a "This is where we were 50 years ago - look at us now" kind of thing.

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5316 has returned from refurbishment.


What ever happened to the "Black Cats" promotion post they were planning to do?

(05 Aug 2017, 6:38 am)DDan wrote I believe the drawing for the new X9/X10 was shown to enthusiasts in a presentation by the Managing Director Kevin Carr to the Northern Group Enthusiasts Club, held not so long ago, at Riverside Depot.

Sort of like a "This is where we were 50 years ago - look at us now" kind of thing.

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Indeed it was shown by Mr Carr to the Northern Group Enthusiasts Club, just a drawing of one side of a bus with the brand on.

(05 Aug 2017, 6:38 am)Dan wrote I believe the drawing for the new X9/X10 was shown to enthusiasts in a presentation by the Managing Director Kevin Carr to the Northern Group Enthusiasts Club, held not so long ago, at Riverside Depot.

Sort of like a "This is where we were 50 years ago - look at us now" kind of thing.

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What is the Northern Group Enthusiasts Club?

Grumpy rude driver on the 9 ? the price from boldon lad to boldon asda £2.60 from shields to boldon asda £2.15 how that work going to start cycling more often

(05 Aug 2017, 3:08 pm)gneasy91 wrote Grumpy rude driver on the 9 ? the price from boldon lad to boldon asda £2.60 from shields to boldon asda £2.15  how that work going to start cycling more often

The fare from Boldon Lad to Boldon ASDA is £1.60 single, £3.00 return.

Must of misheard sounded like he said £2.60

When the new X9/X10 timetable gets launched, will the changeovers due to the longer layover times take place at Eldon Square with drivers getting to and from Riverside on the 45/46/47 instead of Gateshead Interchange?

(05 Aug 2017, 4:14 pm)L469 YVK wrote When the new X9/X10 timetable gets launched, will the changeovers due to the longer layover times take place at Eldon Square with drivers getting to and from Riverside on the 45/46/47 instead of Gateshead Interchange?

No, they will still remain at Gateshead.

What's the new brand called for the X9/X10 since its public knowledge and not secretive with GNE.


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