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Stagecoach North East improves fleet following £5m investment

Bus operator Stagecoach North East has added a fleet of 24 new buses, now in service on routes across Newcastle, as part of a £5m investment.

At an official launch, newly appointed Stagecoach North East managing director, Steve Walker, unveiled one of the new buses in his first engagement for the company at the Green Transport Event at the Quorum Business Park in Newcastle.

The buses, which are now running on the 62 and 63 bus routes, feature fuel efficient Euro 6 engines, improved seating for customer comfort, free wifi and USB charging points.

The investment in the new bus fleet will benefit customers on the services which link the city centre locations with North Walbottle and Chapel House across to Killingworth.

In his first week as managing director, Steve - formerly managing director of Stagecoach North Scotland - was delighted to welcome the vehicles to the region.

He said: “With all 24 buses now out on the road, this is great news for our customers and a fantastic addition to the local Stagecoach bus fleet.

“With increased congestion and traffic on our roads, as well as offering a cleaner and greener way to travel, buses now provide an increasingly vital and efficient service for our passengers, whether going to work or enjoying the many sights the region has to offer.

“With free wifi and charging points, customers are able to work remotely, connect with friends via social networks or even check the latest journey information online; helping make bus travel more convenient.”

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