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NFI Group Inc.‘s subsidiary, Alexander Dennis Limited, announced that Go-Ahead London has placed an order for 32 Enviro100EV small electric buses. This marks the second order from the capital for Alexander Dennis’s next-generation electric buses. The compact Enviro100EV will be used to navigate narrow streets and housing estates, enhancing the accessibility and sustainability of London’s bus network.
Key Highlights:
- 32 Enviro100EV buses ordered by Go-Ahead London for TfL routes.
- Compact buses, 8.5m long and 2.35m wide, suitable for narrow streets.
- 354kWh batteries provided by Impact Clean Power Technology, enabling long operating lives.
- Buses will serve local routes from Orpington Garage, including R1, R3, R4, R8, and route 233.
- Delivery of the buses is expected in early 2025.
Go-Ahead London will operate these buses on Transport for London (TfL) services, specifically on routes that require buses with compact dimensions for maneuverability. The Enviro100EV’s design allows it to navigate narrow streets while accommodating up to 41 passengers, with 21 seats available. These buses are equipped with the Voith Electrical Drive System and 354kWh batteries, ensuring long operating life without the need for battery replacement.
Neil Gladstone, National Account Manager for Alexander Dennis, emphasized the vehicle’s suitability: “Our Enviro100EV is a great fit for the smallest size of single deck bus operated on behalf of Transport for London, offering a great passenger experience and features of Transport for London’s Bus Safety Standard and combining this with a driveline and batteries designed for longevity. We’re delighted that Go-Ahead London has chosen the Enviro100EV for its small bus requirements and look forward to delivering these vehicles in early 2025.”
Chris McKeown, Engineering Director at Go-Ahead London, highlighted the buses’ contribution to public transport quality: “These vehicles showcase high quality public transport, and we look forward to deploying the Enviro100EV fleet on a series of busy outer London services in 2025. As the capital’s most experienced, largest, and innovative zero-emission bus company, I have every confidence they will be well received by colleagues and passengers alike.”
Nick Owen, TfL’s Director of Buses, added: “These new buses are a welcome addition, and we look forward to welcoming them to our fleet that already has almost 1,700 zero emission buses. Their compact design makes them ideal for routes with narrower streets and helps passengers choose a sustainable, accessible, and affordable mode of transport. We encourage our operators to make greener procurement decisions to help us deliver on the Mayor’s commitment to have a 100 per cent zero emission fleet by 2030 and this move by Go-Ahead London is a positive step to achieve it.”
NFI Group, a leader in zero-emission mobility, continues to expand its reach with electric vehicles in more than 150 cities across six countries. With 195 million EV service miles completed, NFI is at the forefront of sustainable transportation.
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