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Mellor Starts Rollout of 33 Strata Plus Buses for West Yorkshire AccessBus

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Mellor has begun delivering 33 Strata Plus low-floor buses to replace West Yorkshire's AccessBus fleet, as part of a £6.5m programme run by the West Yorkshire Combined Authority (WYCA). Mellor Bus The order was awarded earlier this year, and Mellor says the ultra-low emission vehicles will be introduced progressively across the region. WYCA said the buses being replaced were between 11 and 18 years old when the programme was announced.
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Arriva’s Zero-Emission Revolution Hits Thornton Heath Bus Depot

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Arriva’s turning up the voltage in London, celebrating the electrification of its third bus depot as part of a bold march towards zero emissions. The Thornton Heath site in south London is the latest to join the green revolution, set to power up 109 electric buses by spring 2025. That’s thanks to a shiny new electricity substation and some seriously advanced charging tech.

A red double-decker bus displaying an Arriva logo, parked in a bus depot, showcasing its iconic design and vibrant color.
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This isn’t just a one-off. Thornton Heath is the third pit stop in Arriva’s £730 million electrification marathon. By 2030, all 14 of its London depots will be juiced up, helping Transport for London (TfL) smash its target of a fully decarbonised bus fleet. With 1,500 buses running on roughly 100 TfL routes, Arriva’s making its presence felt.

Jens Abromeit, Managing Director, Arriva UK Bus, said:

“I’m proud that our programme of depot electrification is gathering pace in London with this third depot now ready to serve a substantial fleet of zero-emission buses. This represents a significant investment for Arriva and a commitment to working in partnership with TfL to deliver on their decarbonisation agenda. With each depot we electrify, we are reducing emissions and improving air quality, whilst also setting new standards in passenger comfort.”

Thornton Heath isn’t just getting an upgrade; it’s getting a whole new vibe. A 5km maze of underground cabling now handles the hefty juice needed to charge a small army of buses all at once. Starting with 22 electric buses, the depot will ramp up to its full fleet of 109 once the diesel refuelling tanks are decommissioned next spring.

This follows electrification of Arriva’s Brixton Tramshed and Enfield depots, which were wired up back in 2021 and now keep 54 electric buses buzzing. Meanwhile, work is already underway to electrify more depots at Tottenham, Palmers Green, Croydon and Norwood, with the rest to follow suit.

Arriva UK Bus isn’t just along for the ride; they’re driving the change. With around 17% of London’s bus services under their belt, they’re leading from the front in the capital’s electrification race. 

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