Passengers are set to welcome 28 brand new double decker buses to serve the area this June thanks to a £7.7 million investment by Morebus.

The news follows the local operator’s expansion in 2022, with the introduction of ten new services serving Bournemouth, Poole and Christchurch.

Each of the vehicles has a smart new look and sports the latest Euro 6 low emissions engine – the newest and cleanest standard for diesel.

Andrew Wickham, pictured left, Managing Director, Morebus, said: “Built to be far kinder to the environment, these new buses are very similar to our new fleet of Unibus vehicles – but with new seat, cloth and floor design.

“They offer the latest on-board comforts including USB charging points for smart phones and tablets, and contactless tap on, tap off ticketing technology.

“Our new fleet of ADL Enviro 400 double decker buses will initially serve our M1 route between Poole and Bournemouth.

“This is currently served by single decker vehicles, so our customers will enjoy an increase in capacity along this route.

“The new buses will also run on the 5/5A Bournemouth to Kinson service.

“We’re very proud to be operating this new fleet from June 2023, following the successful introduction of new routes last year.

“We hope those who travel with us will agree that they offer a superior level of comfort.

“The aim is to make sustainable transport a more attractive proposition, in order to entice people out of their cars.

“One full double decker bus can take up to 75 cars off the road and this latest investment is a huge step in that direction.”

• morebus.co.uk