LIBERTYBUS has won a new ten-year contract to operate the Island’s bus services.
Infrastructure Minister Andy Jehan said that, following completion of a tender process, the government was “pleased” to continue its partnership with the incumbent operator, which is part of the Tower Transit Group,
The new contract includes the introduction of 22 ultra-low-emission, high-capacity buses, which will replace older vehicles within the first 12 months of the agreement.
LibertyBus has committed to a complete renewal of its fleet over the life of the contract.
The government also said that the operator would exceed the number of routes and service frequencies required by the tender, claiming they would provide a “record-high number of services”.
New self-service ticketing machines and faster ticketing systems are among the other improvements planned.
Mr Jehan said: “This new contract reflects the government’s commitment to improving public transport while supporting our carbon-neutral ambitions. We are pleased to continue our partnership with LibertyBus and look forward to seeing the positive impact of the new buses and service for Islanders.”
Samuel Ribeiro, the managing director of Tower Transit, said: “We are delighted to have renewed the partnership with the Government of Jersey to continue to provide exceptional bus services for the next ten years.
“This agreement will see continued investment in fleet replacement, including zero-emission vehicles. Our aim is to build on the network of services and support the Government of Jersey’s plans to deliver increased modal shift over the next decade.”
