£3 million blue buses turn Carlisle green
Stagecoach has today announced an investment of over £3 million in new greener buses for Carlisle.
The 26 new low emission vehicles will hit the streets on Monday 22nd June, but passengers can get a sneak preview of the new buses on Saturday 20th when selected journeys will be run by the new fleet.
Built in Britain, the new buses feature the latest Euro 6 technology to lower exhaust emissions. They will improve Carlisle’s carbon footprint as they use less fuel than the buses they will replace.
The buses feature a unique dark blue and chrome colour scheme designed especially for Carlisle by top design house Best Impressions, with each route identified with in different colour.
60 Sky Blue Route Sandsfield Park to Carleton Clinic
61/61A Pink Route Morton West to Harraby East
62/62A Purple Route Crindledyke Farm to Morton Park
76 Orange Route St Anns Hill to Durranhill
Passengers with mobility problems are not forgotten as the new fleet have low floors and wide step free entrances. They also have just as much space for buggies and wheelchairs as the buses they replace.
Commenting on the launch Nigel Winter, Managing Director of Stagecoach Cumbria & North Lancashire said; “Our striking new buses are dark blue but underneath they are very green. I am delighted that we are doing our bit to improve air quality in Carlisle.
‘The investment reflects our continued commitment to offer our customers a more sustainable way to travel and with unlimited travel available from just £1.22 per day* (*Carlisle megarider xtra available online at stagecoachbus.com) it’s great value too.
‘Our fares in Carlisle are some of the lowest on offer across Cumbria and the new greener fleet is another reason to try the bus.’
Carlisle residents can have a VIP look at the new buses on Tuesday 23rd June when two of the new fleet will be displayed in the market place. The day will feature a red carpet welcome with special welcoming treat.
The new buses are arriving just in time for Catch the Bus Week which will see Stagecoach Cumbria & North Lancashire joining forces with sustainable transport group Greener Journeys to promote the benefits of bus use.
The initiative, which will run for a week from 29th June, will see Stagecoach Cumbria & North Lancashire working to encourage local people to leave their cars at home in favour of taking the bus.
Throughout the week, Stagecoach will highlight the health, environmental and financial benefits of using the bus more often.
Stagecoach is carrying out a programme of promotional activities across the area to encourage people to give the bus a try. This includes a free breakfast giveaway and Social Media competition to win 28 days travel across the region.
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Editors – For more details call Michael Sanderson, Commercial Manager, Stagecoach on 01228 400466 or at
Michael.sanderson@stagecoachbus.com.
For details of all Stagecoach Bus Services please visit www.stagecoachbus.com
Photo Opportunity
Date: Tuesday 23 June
Time: 1000 to 1400
Venue: Carlisle Market Place
Everyone is welcome, however if there is any press organisation who would like to pre-arrange a set time for an interview please contact us beforehand.
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