The Go-Ahead Group has signed a new contract with Michelin that will see the supplier’s Connected Solutions division continue to supply, fit and manage the tyres across around 6,750 vehicles.
That maintains a longstanding partnership between the two businesses that Michelin says is built on “a shared vision of quality service levels, sustainability, and a commitment to the environment.”
Captured by the contract are vehicles at more than 50 depots in the UK and a growing operation in Dublin. It will also see all newly-delivered buses for Go-Ahead equipped with Michelin X InCity EV Z 275/70 R22.5 tyres. More than 1,000 new arrivals expected across the life of the contract.
That multi-position tyre is designed for electric vehicles but the supplier notes how it is equally effective on combustion engine-equipped models through excellent safety, longevity and load capacity along with optimised rolling resistance.
Go-Ahead Head of Procurement and Strategic Contracts Sebastian Golby-Meek notes how Michelin has “consistently demonstrated the value of a carefully managed tyre policy in supporting our operational performance.”
He adds: “The quality of Michelin’s product remains unparalleled within the industry, and the level of service provided is exemplary. On this basis, extending our partnership was a straightforward decision.”
Michelin is closely aligned with Go-Ahead’s sustainable procurement charter. “This has contributed to a notable reduction in raw material consumption, minimising waste and lowering CO2 emissions,” Mr Golby-Meek continues. “We look forward to our continued partnership and supporting the relaunch of our sustainable procurement charter in 2026.”
Go-Ahead will utilise Michelin’s dedicated team of tyre management operatives working with its own in-house technicians.
All Michelin tyres fitted to Go-Ahead vehicles will go through a multi-life process. That sees them regrooved once the tread depth reaches 3-4mm to extend each casing’s life during its most fuel efficient state.
Once regrooved tyres have worn, they are retreaded by Michelin at its plant in Stoke-on-Trent in a process that saves natural resources, doubles casing lifespan, and supports UK manufacturing.
