Stagecoach began operations of the buses.gg franchise in Guernsey on 1 April with a new website and passenger app
A brand new and improved buses. gg website marked the start of Stagecoach operation of buses in Guernsey on 1 April, taking over from the island’s previous operator. Stagecoach has taken over the running of Guernsey’s scheduled bus services and integrated school bus routes.
In addition to all the latest information on bus timetables, fares and maps, the new website features live bus tracking, which had previously currently only available via the app. From 31 March, the previous buses.gg app was also superseded by a new version, and Stagecoach launched a new buses. gg page on Facebook.
Bus timetables will generally remain as they are and any credit or time remaining on the operator’s Puffinpass will remain unaffected. Staff have been given the opportunity to transfer across to Stagecoach employment, with most expected to do so, and the existing bus fleet and buses.gg branding remain the same.
Deputy Adrian Gabriel, Vice-President of Guernsey’s Committee for the Environment & Infrastructure, said: “A significant amount of effort by all parties has been dedicated behind the scenes to ensure a seamless transition to the buses being operated by Stagecoach. We’re particularly pleased that Stagecoach will be transferring locally-based staff across, ensuring that continuity and experience is maintained, while embracing the ethos and values of Stagecoach.
“We’re excited to soon be able to launch this new website with improved functionality, but also improved appearance and better experience for the user. This is really important for regular bus users in Guernsey, but also for visitors we welcome to our island each year, many of whom are frequent bus users, and need simple, clear access to the latest bus information online.”
Peter Knight, Managing Director of Stagecoach South West, which has control of the Guernsey operation, added: “We are looking forward to commencing operation of buses across the Guernsey network from 1 April. We’re already working hard behind the scenes, with the Guernsey based team, to ensure we deliver a high-quality bus service for the local community from 1 April.”
