Tyrers pick up two new Enviro200s from Alexander Dennis

Independent operator Tyrers has taken delivery of two new Enviro200s from Alexander Dennis. It is the first time the Bolton and Chorley firm has bought new Enviro200 from the manufacturer, although the model is already a familiar sight on roads across the UK.

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The buses are 8.9 metres long and seat 30, each with three-point belts. That hints at potential school or rural contract work, or perhaps some private hire duties in between service runs. Tyrers covers all of the above. The company has been around for over 50 years and is still run independently, which is no small thing in a sector where consolidation is the norm.

The Enviro200 is one of Alexander Dennis’s most widely used single deckers. It is designed for routes where manoeuvrability matters and capacity can be balanced with efficiency. Operators like them because they are easy to maintain, drivers know what they are getting and they are light on fuel. There is no battery to charge or infrastructure to build, just a diesel bus that does the job without fuss.

As ever, the handover came with a few polite words from both sides. Tyrers Managing Director, Richard Buckle. thanked Alexander Dennis for the professional service:

“We are really pleased to take delivery of these two new Enviro200 buses from Alexander Dennis. They are a great fit for our fleet and are well suited to the needs of our routes and passengers. Thank you to Simon Wood for a smooth and professional handover of the vehicles.”

Alexander Dennis Sales Manager, Simon Wood, returned the favour and said the buses would be a good addition to the fleet:

“It’s a great moment to have handed over two Enviro200 buses to RS Tyrer. We believe these vehicles will be a valuable addition to their fleet and serve their passengers well with a comfortable ride.”

What this really shows is a steady bit of investment in local bus services. It is not a headline grabber, but it matters. For towns like Bolton and Chorley, getting reliable new vehicles onto the road is often more relevant than the next big zero emission pilot. Clean diesel still has a part to play, particularly for operators who do not have the budget or the grid connection for electric just yet.

This is not a revolution, it is a practical choice by a long-standing operator. Sometimes that is exactly what the industry needs.