Reading Buses orders 19 Scania NGVs

Based on the 12-metre Scania KUB 4×2 chassis, the buses will be powered by Scania’s 270 hp EEV 9.3-litre five-cylinder, energy efficient lean burn gas engine, which is capable of operating on either CNG or biomethane. They will feature single-deck 40-seat Enviro E300NG bodywork, designed and engineered by ADL. A third company closely involved in the project is Gas Bus Alliance (GBA), which will provide infrastructure and fuel supply to Reading Buses.

Scania’s Bus, Coach and Engine Sales Director Tony Tomsett stated: “We are naturally delighted that the UK’s first Scania-powered natural gas buses are going to such a high profile operator as Reading Buses. Bringing this project to fruition has seen a great collaborative effort between us, ADL and GBA and I would like to thank all concerned for the hard work put in to date to ensure the success of this ground-breaking venture.”

Moreover, ADL’s Commercial Director Robert Davey said: “Innovation is at the heart of everything we do as a business and providing a raft of green, alternative solutions remains top of our agenda. This landmark partnership with Scania tackles the challenge of neutral emissions and improved air quality head-on and we are delighted to be working with them. As ever, Reading is in the vanguard of those pioneering new technology and operating excellence.”

Source: Scania in the United Kingdom