New batch of Alexander Dennis next-generation e-buses for London: 32 8.5m units for Go-Ahead London

32 Alexander Dennis Enviro100EV will be provided to Go-Ahead London in the framework of the capital’s second order for the manufacturer’s next-generation electric buses (in-house developed, out of the joint-venture with BYD, launched in late 2023). The first London deal was landed this summer with Stagecoach for 24 Enviro100EV small buses and 17 Enviro400EV double deckers.

The buses will be used on Transport for London (TfL) services that navigate narrow streets and housing estates, where the Enviro100EV’s compact dimensions of 8.5m length and 2.35m width allow for great manoeuvrability. The model offers room for up to 41 passengers, 21 of them seated.

The same Enviro100EV has been recently launched in Hong Kong.

Go-Ahead London with new Alexander Dennis e-buses

Go-Ahead London will operate the buses from its Orpington Garage on local routes R1, R3, R4 and R8 as well as route 233 between Eltham and Swanley.

All are powered by the medium-duty version of the Voith Electrical Drive System and will have 354kWh batteries, supplied by Impact Clean Power Technology and providing up to 1.2GWh warrantable energy throughput.

Neil Gladstone, National Account Manager for Alexander Dennis, said: “Our Enviro100EV is a great fit for the smallest size of single deck bus operated on behalf of Transport for London, offering a great passenger experience and features of Transport for London’s Bus Safety Standard and combining this with a driveline and batteries designed for longevity. We’re delighted that Go-Ahead London has chosen the Enviro100EV for its small bus requirements and look forward to delivering these vehicles in early 2025.”

Chris McKeown, Go-Ahead London’s Engineering Director, said: “These vehicles showcase high quality public transport and we look forward to deploying the Enviro100EV fleet on a series of busy outer London services in 2025. As the capital’s most experienced, largest and innovative zero-emission bus company I have every confidence they will be well received by colleagues and passengers alike.”

Nick Owen, TfL’s Director of Buses, said: “These new buses are a welcome addition and we look forward to welcoming them to our fleet that already has almost 1,700 zero emission buses. Their compact design makes them ideal for routes with narrower streets and helps passengers choose a sustainable, accessible and affordable mode of transport. We encourage our operators to make greener procurement decisions to help us deliver on the Mayor’s commitment to have a 100 per cent zero emission fleet by 2030 and this move by Go-Ahead London is a positive step to achieve it.”