Asset Alliance Group is helping the Welsh operator to renew its touring fleet with the delivery of two new coaches
Bridgend-based Cresta Coaches has taken delivery of two new Temsa coaches after signing a rental agreement with Asset Alliance Group. The coaches have been placed into service carrying domestic and inbound tourists across the UK and to the continent, during what the company says is its busiest period between now and late autumn. The company runs a fleet of 19 vehicles, ranging in capacity from 16 to 70 seats. “We have a business partnership with Leisuretime by Toureasy and as part of our commitment we maintain a young fleet,” explained Ian Williams, co-director of Cresta Coaches, along with wife Diane. “Unfortunately, there are still significantly long lead times if you want to buy new coaches in the UK directly from the manufacturers. So, the ability to secure these new additions from Asset Alliance Group’s rental fleet and get them working while we’re at our busiest has been fantastic.”
Finished to a high specification, the HD12 and HD13 coaches feature partial-leather seating with dedicated power supplies for customer devices, wood floor panelling, WiFi, drinks stations and toilets, with capacity for 53 and 57 passengers respectively. The vehicles’ liveries have been produced by Elite Signs in Bridgend. The new coaches replace older vehicles. Powered by PACCAR MX-11 10.8-litre engines, they are expected to average 80,000 to 100,000 kilometres per year each.
Asset Alliance Group has also provided Cresta Coaches with financing for a new Temsa HD12 delivered into the business on a hire purchase deal at the start of the year, and also recently facilitated the purchase of a used Mercedes-Benz Tourismo that Cresta had previously leased.
“I’ve found Asset Alliance Group to be highly knowledgeable and customer oriented. However, what stands out most for me is their willingness to have a conversation around financing, deal terms and deposits. They genuinely seem to want to help operators achieve their goals,” added Ian.
