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Newsby StaffAugust 2, 2016

Alexander Dennis names Kardos to regional director, N. America post

John Kardos brings over 25 years’ management and business development experience with OEM rail and bus manufacturers, having worked at Nova Bus (Volvo) and Bombardier Transportation, among other major firms in the market.

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Newsby StaffMarch 21, 2016

Bombardier to supply double-deck coaches to Israel Railways

The 60 additional TWINDEXX coaches will be operated with Bombardier's new TRAXX AC electric locomotives in new standard 8 double-deck coach configuration.

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Newsby StaffJanuary 26, 2016

'Off route' Calif. bus driver runs double-decker into bridge

According to the agency transit manager, the driver “got off route” and drove under the bridge, though why is still under investigation. The bus was out-of-service and had no passengers at the time.

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Newsby StaffDecember 18, 2015

Bombardier-Alstom consortium to supply double-deck cars to Belgium

The total order to supply of to 1,362 M7 cars is valued at $3.6 billion. Bombardier's part is worth around $2.3 billion, while Alstom's share is worth $1.3 billion.

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Newsby StaffDecember 7, 2015

Double-decker buses join ASU intercampus shuttle routes

Two doors on each bus will facilitate quicker loading and unloading for the more than 21,000 Sun Devils who ride the shuttles each week.

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Newsby StaffOctober 22, 2015

BYD partners with Alexander Dennis to build single-deck buses

The $1.01 billion dollar deal has the potential to triple in the next ten years if they extend their alliance to build double-deck buses.

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Newsby StaffFebruary 24, 2015

AC Transit piloting Alexander Dennis double-deck bus

The 80-seat coach, offering its riders comfy excursions with spectacular views — particularly to and from San Francisco — made its first cruise on the Line U, from Fremont to Stanford University, before being deployed on other daily routes.

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Newsby StaffNovember 25, 2014

Alexander Dennis to build facility in Ontario, Canada

The move follows a deal with Metrolinx to supply over 250 new, low-height double-deck buses over the next five years. The agreement also includes an option for an additional 150 vehicles should they be required.

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Newsby StaffMay 15, 2014

RATP Dev launches NYC sightseeing bus service

The two sightseeing routes are using 15 double-decker buses sporting the colors of the American flag and operate every 10 to 15 minutes.

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Newsby StaffSeptember 25, 2013

Bombardier debuts new double-deck train

The new train, named Regio 2N by the French regions, is wider than conventional EMUs. It offers a new level of passenger comfort through more onboard space, maximum seating, large access platforms with two wide doors and quiet cars for long journeys.

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