Batch of Yutong electric buses launched in operation in Nottingham

Following the successful launch of Nottingham City Transport’s first electric buses in the Old Market Square last year, NCT is now introducing a batch of latest electric buses to the Green Line routes 5, 7, 8 and 9. 

This marks the first phase of the next batch of 24 electric single-deck buses, awarded in early 2024, which will be introduced in the next few months and a further 14 due towards the end of the year, the operator states.

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Known for offering a 5-minute Monday to Saturday daytime service between the City Centre, Nottingham Station, Trent Bridge and Central Avenue, these routes form the backbone of West Bridgford’s public transport, connecting key destinations. They also form part of the City Loop — a vital service that links passengers to locations across Nottingham City Centre, including Broad Marsh, the Railway Station, and the new Central Library.

The buses are part of NCT’s partnership with Nottingham City Council, and the Department for Transport’s Zero Emission Bus Regional Areas (ZEBRA) fund. Supplied by Yutong Bus & Coach and finished to NCT’s high specifications by Pelican Engineering, the buses are 100% electric.

David Astill, NCT Managing Director, said: “It was great to welcome so many residents on board their new Bridgford Bus at our launch event in the heart of West Bridgford on Saturday. With an unbeatable daytime frequency of up to every 5 minutes through Central Avenue this upgrade to our Bridgford Bus services shows our commitment to providing a high quality alternative to the car”.