Where is Alexander Dennis based?
Where is Alexander Dennis based? The improvements in Scarborough are part of a wider programme of investment in Alexander Dennis's production capabilities in the UK, which is also seeing two new production lines for the manufacturer's next generation of zero-emission buses established at its headquarters in Larbert, Scotland.
What is a MMC bus?
The Alexander Dennis Enviro400 MMC is a low-floor double decker bus produce by the British bus company manufacturer Alexander Dennis since 2014 in Northern England and Scotland. The type was introduced as a successor to the original Alexander Dennis Enviro 400 bus type.
Do Dennis still make buses?
Alexander Dennis, a subsidiary of NFI Group Inc., one of the world's leading independent global bus manufacturers, today launched its next generation of battery-electric buses for the UK and Ireland with the unveiling of the new Enviro100EV small bus and Enviro400EV double decker.
Where was the Dennis factory?
In 1901 Dennis Bros. Ltd moved into a factory designed for the production of their motor vehicles on the corner of Onslow Street and Bridge Street, in Guildford. This building was later known as Rodboro Buildings, after the Rodboro Boot and Shoe Company who bought the building from Dennis in 1917.
How long is Enviro 400 XLB?
The Alexander Dennis Enviro400XLB is the high-capacity option for bus services. The 13.4m long double decker offers up to 100 seats, delivering unrivalled capacity for busy routes in town and cities across the United Kingdom and Ireland.
Who builds Dennis trucks?
Dennis Eagle trucks are produced by United Kingdom-based Terberg Environmental Group, the environmental division of the Royal Terberg Group. The American-made Proview Chassis is manufactured at Dennis Eagle's facility in Summerville, South Carolina.
Who is Alexander Dennis owned by?
Alexander Dennis is acquired by NFI Group, creating a leading global bus and coach manufacturer. The Alexander Dennis and Plaxton brands are both retained and the company is tasked with leading NFI's international growth agenda.
Are electric buses expensive?
Those upfront costs for electric buses can be expensive. They vary by factors like size and battery type, but costs average about $400,000 per bus. That's more expensive than some diesel alternatives, but battery production costs are expected to decline as the market matures, according to the U.S. Department of Energy.
Does Stagecoach own Alexander Dennis?
Alexander Dennis, the long-established Scottish bus builder and one of the country's largest manufacturers, has been acquired by Canadian firm NFI Group in a £320 million deal that will net Stagecoach co-founder Sir Brian Souter a bumper payout.
What engine is in a Dennis truck?
Purpose Built for Refuse Operations It features a cab offering unrivalled visibility, improved chassis specifications, enhanced safety and a powerful 9L Cummins engine.
What engines do Dennis trucks use?
What engines do Dennis Eagle trucks use? The Dennis Eagle ProView Chassis features a 6-cylinder, 8.9L Cummins ISL engine and an Allison Transmission World Series 3000RDS to provide top-of-the-line fuel efficiency, performance, maneuverability and safety.