Biofuel buses unleashed by UK coach firm

UK coach company Stagecoach has added six new buses that run on 100% biofuel to its fleet based in Kent.

The six buses will run between the University of Kent and Canterbury bus station, with the university supporting the project by contributing to a storage facility for the fuel at Stagecoach’s depot in Herne Bay.

‘We are determined to try everything we can to reduce pollution and congestion in our city,’ John Gilbey, leader of Canterbury city council, was quoted as saying. ‘Buses play a key role in that strategy, so Stagecoach’s investment in a fleet of new biofuel vehicles is very welcome. I have no doubt that their introduction on such a well-used route will improve the situation greatly.’