Metrobus gains in latest TfL tender results

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Route 208 will transfer from Stagecoach Selkent to Metrobus control next year. MIKE SHEATHER

Transport for London has announced the results of its latest bus tender round.

24-hour route 94 will remain with London United when the current contract expires on 7 December 2019. It will continue to use double-deckers, with precise vehicle details and PVR to be confirmed.

Meanwhile, Metrobus has won route 208 from Stagecoach Selkent, and will use 16 new Euro VI hybrid double-deckers when it takes over the service on 27 July.

Route 240 will continue to be run by Metroline, using eight 2011 Euro V double-deckers which will be upgraded to Euro VI standards by 27 April 2019.

Finally, route 286 will remain with London Central. 14 Euro VI single-deckers will run on the route, all manufactured in 2014.