Greater Manchester introduces cheaper and integrated Bee Network fares
Greater Manchester launches cheaper and integrated Bee Network tickets, aiming to create a seamless and low fare public transport system across the city region.
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Greater Manchester launches cheaper and integrated Bee Network tickets, aiming to create a seamless and low fare public transport system across the city region.
Greater Manchester's local transport network receives an £18 million funding settlement to enhance stability and reliability, supporting recovery from the pandemic's impact while considering value for taxpayers.
Dame Sarah Storey announces the city region's commitment to Vision Zero, aiming to eliminate all road fatalities and serious injuries, with the potential to prevent 3,800 deaths and injuries on Greater Manchester's roads by 2040.
Greater Manchester moves closer to its sustainable and integrated transportation system, as the new Bee Network buses are set to join the fleet of 50 electric double-decker vehicles introduced in Wigan, Bolton, Salford and Bury.
In a bid to meet transportation demands and bolster the vision of an integrated transport system, Go North West has launched a recruitment campaign with the goal of hiring 300 bus drivers for Greater Manchester's Bee Network.
In line with the city region's commitment to promote healthy and sustainable modes of transportation, the £40.7 million funding will help foster a comprehensive and accessible active travel network across Greater Manchester.
The electronic ticketing machines will allow passengers to seamlessly pay via contactless cards, meaning quicker boarding times.
Jointly funded by Stagecoach and local and national government, the £37.2 million investment in 170 double and single deck electric buses will benefit customers in Stockport with fully accessible and sustainable transport options.
Greater Manchester's transportation system is set to undergo a major transformation with the Trailblazer Deal, which aims to create a London-style integrated public transport system through the integration of bus, Metrolink, rail and cycle hire services.
As part of the two contracts, Go North West will operate 55 routes in both Wigan and Bolton from 17 September 2023, with a fleet of 308 buses under Greater Manchester's Bee Network.
The policy sets out to ensure the benefits of walking, wheeling and cycling are unlocked for all residents and communities of Greater Manchester.
With the arrival of the last of the 27 new trams, Metrolink will be able to provide increased capacity on its network, attracting more people across Greater Manchester to use its public transit services.
With the first electric buses bearing the brand identity to begin operation from September 2023, plans are well underway to advance the delivery of Greater Manchester's fully integrated, London-style transport system.
The Zero Emission Buses Regional Area scheme has awarded 12 local transport authorities with a portion of £198.3 million to purchase zero-emission buses, which will equate to 943 alternative power buses being rolled-out on England's roads.
The new pilot will allow Mancunians access to cargo bikes and even cars through an electric car club being launched as part of the eHUBS trial.