#stagecoach

#Kent County Council has introduced Dover’s first fully electric #buses on the #Dover #Fastrack network, in partnership with #Stagecoach South East and Dover District Council, funded through the Department for Transport’s ZEBRA scheme. The fleet of five #Volvo BZL buses can travel up to 300km on a single charge and feature low-floor access, wheelchair spaces, digital screens and USB charging. Dover Fastrack, linking Whitfield with Dover town centre and Dover Priory station, has expanded its timetable since launching in November 2024. Councillors and operators highlight the investment as a step towards modern, sustainable public #transport and supporting local economic growth. https://news.kent.gov.uk/articles/kent-county-council-welcomes-arrival-of-dovers-first-fully-electric-bus-fleet

#Stagecoach has been named the top-performing major #UK bus operator for customer satisfaction in the latest UKCSI report, with its score rising 2.3 points to 72.4. The company’s improvements reflect a broader shift in the sector, particularly in how passengers are supported when issues arise. Stagecoach is also a double finalist for the UK Customer Satisfaction Awards 2026, highlighting its focus on reliable, passenger-centred #travel. Industry experts say the results signal growing momentum for a modernised, customer-focused bus network that supports communities across the UK. https://media.stagecoachgroup.com/news/stagecoach-leads-the-way-as-uk-bus-travel-sees-leap-in-customer-satisfaction