South Lanarkshire Council has taken delivery of 16 Treka Bus Mobility accessible minibuses, supplied by the converter in a significant upgrade to the local authority’s fleet.
They are based on the Mercedes-Benz Sprinter and have been specified to support the council’s education transport services while also giving flexibility to serve a wider range of passenger needs.
Each has seating for up to 16 passengers. Those positions can be removed quickly to give space for a maximum of six wheelchair users. PLS passenger lifts have been specified along with a Stop Safe securement system.
Treka Bus was selected to supply the minibuses after a competitive procurement process. Vehicle quality, value for money and a strong existing relationship with South Lanarkshire Council all counted in its favour, the manufacturer says.
The local authority’s Fleet Manager Steven Hardman adds that the vehicles will play “a key role in supporting our scheduled operations” and that early feedback has been positive.
“The build quality, accessibility features and overall comfort of the vehicles have aligned well with the requirements of our school transport service,” continues Mr Hardman.
“In addition, we are actively engaging with our social work department to undertake a structured trial of these vehicles within care-related and community transport settings. Should the trial continue to prove successful, we anticipate further opportunities to expand the use of Treka vehicles across a wider range of council services.”
He notes that Treka Bus was supportive and responsive throughout the procurement and delivery process for the minibuses.
