Lothian Buses has announced an order for 42 new Euro VI vehicles from Alexander Dennis Ltd (ADL), each of which will be built on Volvo chassis.
Richard Hall, Managing Director, Lothian, said: “These vehicles will enhance our current fleet in line with our investment and BUS2020 strategy and ensure that we continue to play our part to improve air quality across the city and Scotland, while meeting our customers’ expectations.
“We look forward to releasing further information on these vehicles at a later date.”
Colin Robertson, Chief Executive of ADL, commented: “We are delighted to support Lothian in their BUS2020 strategy and as a Scotland-based company, we are particularly pleased that our buses will serve the Scottish capital.
“Working with Volvo as chassis manufacturer, we will combine our expertise in tailoring buses to our customer’s requirements underpinned by best-in-class aftermarket support to ensure Lothian’s new fleet delivers a first class customer experience.
“We, too, look forward to sharing more details of this exciting new product in due course.”
Nick Page, Managing Director of Volvo Bus UK & Ireland, added: “We are very excited to be working with our long term partner Lothian and ADL on this project to bring a new concept in travel to the city of Edinburgh.
“This is another important milestone in Lothian’s BUS2020 strategy improving air quality and enhancing the customers’ experience.”
No further details on vehicle model or the specification of the fleet have been confirmed.
