Rotala is delighted to announce the addition of seven brand-new 75-plate Alexander Dennis Enviro200 buses to its Preston Bus fleet. Delivered during September 2025, these state-of-the-art vehicles mark another significant milestone in Rotala’s commitment to providing cleaner, greener, and more efficient public transport for the Preston community.
Each of the new Enviro200 is equipped with Alexander Dennis’s advanced SmartPack efficiency technology, designed to dramatically reduce energy consumption and emissions.[1] This investment underscores Rotala’s dedication to sustainability and environmental responsibility while continuing to improve the quality and reliability of its services across a range of local routes.
To celebrate the arrival of the new buses, Rotala was joined at its Preston depot by Simon Wood, Regional Sales Manager at Alexander Dennis, alongside members of its leadership team – Matt Rawlinson, Managing Director; Dave Wright, Operations Manager; and Jack Asquith, Engineering Manager – for the official launch.
Speaking at the event, Matt Rawlinson, Managing Director of Preston Bus, shared his excitement: “I’m delighted to welcome seven more brand-new 75-plate Enviro200 buses to our fleet. Over the last couple of years, we’ve made substantial investments to modernise our fleet and our depot, these latest additions represent another step forward. Not only do they enhance reliability and performance, but they also contribute to a more comfortable and enjoyable journey experience for our passengers.”
Simon Wood, Regional Sales Manager at Alexander Dennis, said: “I am delighted to once again be supplying seven new buses to Preston Bus, part of the Rotala Group and to continue the relationship we have built. Our Enviro200 will offer Preston Bus the versatile vehicles they desire to allow for operational flexibility across their network.”
The introduction of these new vehicles reflects Rotala’s ongoing strategy to invest in cleaner technology, improve passenger comfort, and deliver high-quality transport solutions for the communities it serves. The company is excited to see the positive impact these modern, efficient, and environmentally friendly buses will bring to Preston’s public transport network in the months and years ahead.
[1] The Alexander Dennis Enviro200 has demonstrated a 24% reduction in fuel consumption and CO2e emissions compared with a conventional Euro V diesel bus over the UK Bus Cycle in Zemo Partnership low-emission bus testing. Information on methodology and low-emission bus certificate for the Alexander Dennis Enviro200 available at https://www.zemo.org.uk/work-with-us/buses-coaches/low-emission-buses/certificates-hub.htm.
Images show: outside left – Dave Wright, Operations Manager, Preston Bus; inside left – Simon Wood, Regional Sales Manager, Alexander Dennis; inside right – Matt Rawlinson, Managing Director, Preston Bus; outside right – Jack Asquith, Engineering Manager, Preston Bus