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London Bus Services Limited Tender Results 19/5/2023

The following tender awards have been announced by London Bus Services Limited.

The following tender awards have been announced by London Bus Services Limited.

Route NumberCurrent OperatorNew OperatorPVRVehicle Type
59Arriva LondonArriva London20Existing New Routemaster
133/N133Arriva LondonAbellio London24New Electric Double Decker
137/N137Arriva LondonArriva London28Existing New Routemaster
279/N279Arriva LondonArriva London 30New Electric Double Decker
333Arriva London London General15New Electric Double Decker
EL1Blue TriangleBlue Triangle18Existing New Routemaster
EL2Blue Triangle Blue Triangle 14Existing New Routemaster
EL3Blue Triangle Blue Triangle 14Existing New Routemaster

The hybrid and Diesel vehicles detailed above will meet Euro VI emissions standards. New electric vehicles may enter service after the contract start date dependent on infrastructure and/ or vehicle delivery timescales.

Commencement Dates

14 October 2023: 279
20 January 2024: 133/N133, 137/N137, 333
27 January 2024: 59
17th February 2024: EL1, EL2, EL3