(08 Jul 2026, 4:11 pm)Malarkey wrote 303 (SP59 CTO) , 423 (LK60 AGV) and 431 (LX09 AXV) are all recent acquisitions to the NorthStar Fleet, likelihood is they've been immediately required for us following contract changes/new services starting and have been unable to be released for a repaint, in all fairness the paintwork on all 3 is in good condition so can wait until the summer months when the Schools are off.
I think 421/422 will potentially leave the fleet alongside remaining ALX400's 412. 414 and 415 which are scheduled to be replaced by further Dennis Trident Olympus' and Volvo B9TL Wright Gemini 2's that remain in storage. If you look at the Northstar Fleetlist there is gaps in the numberng of potentially 7-12 Buses so potentially some changes to come over the coming weeks ahead.
I am of the understanding 501 was to be replaced by 511 earlier in the year however has been kept hold of for now due an to increase in Rail Replacement Contracts being won by Northstar who have developed a good working relationships with LNER, LUMO and Grand Central as they're pretty quick is in offering a rapid response when needed in emergency situations of Rail Disruption or because of Engineering Works and have proved to be very professional and reliable at the same time.
From what i understand 412 aint going anywhere since its Dan's first bus. Can't see that leaving the fleet
Someone mentioned 421/422 were being looked at back in March to be sold
As you say. September rolls around and we see whats kept and what leaves