Stephensons of Essex orders five more Alexander Dennis Enviro200 buses
Alexander Dennis has received an order for five Enviro200 single-deck buses from English operator Stephensons of Essex, announced at the ALBUM Conference.
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What Happened
Alexander Dennis, a subsidiary of NFI Group, announced an order for five Enviro200 single-deck buses from Stephensons of Essex at the annual ALBUM Conference. Three buses will be 9.7 meters with 34 seats, and two will be 8.9 meters with 30 seats. Delivery is expected in autumn 2026.
The buses will be fitted with Alexander Dennis SmartPack efficiency technology, combining engine stop-start, e-cooling, and auxiliary load management. This reduces carbon emissions by up to 24% and improves fuel economy, qualifying the vehicles for Bus Service Operators Grant (BSOG) incentive payments.
“The Alexander Dennis Enviro200 has earned itself a primary position in our bus fleet with solid performance and great fuel economy, giving us a dependable and cost-effective workhorse. We are therefore delighted to confirm our investment in another five buses, which will further enhance our customers’ journeys when they arrive in our fleet towards the end of the year.”
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Reduction in fuel consumption and CO2e emissions compared with a conventional Euro V diesel bus over the UK Bus Cycle.
Why this matters
This repeat order shows confidence in the Enviro200's fuel efficiency and low-emission performance, helping operators reduce costs and qualify for government incentives.
Terms in This Story
- Enviro200
- A single-deck bus model by Alexander Dennis, known for fuel efficiency and low emissions.
- SmartPack
- A suite of efficiency technologies including engine stop-start and e-cooling to reduce fuel consumption and emissions.
- BSOG
- Bus Service Operators Grant, a UK government incentive for operators using low-emission buses.
- ALBUM
- Association of Local Bus Managers, a UK industry group for bus operators.
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