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01/09/2017
Translink Launches New Bus Service In L'Derry
Translink has launched a new bus service in Co L'Derry.
'Foyle Metro' is operating across 14 bus corridors on a simplified route network.
The service features a new-look red bus fleet and bus timetable designed to meet the future transport needs of the city.
The new service will boost connectivity providing a frequent, reliable, comfortable and affordable way to travel.
Foyle Metro offers a range of enhanced connections to shops, amenities, schools, hospital and airport services along with improved integration with Goldline Express and NI Railways services.
Translink Group Chief Executive Chris Conway said: "The people of Derry~Londonderry told us they wanted a modern and attractive bus service that reflects and supports the city's prosperity. We’ve used their feedback to design the Foyle Metro' experience – its new-look, routes and timetables – and we’re looking forward to their first impressions of the new service.
"In recent years we have invested over £55m in bus and rail transport improvements in the North West; Foyle Metro is a further major part of our plans to deliver continued passenger growth and make Translink your first choice for travel in Northern Ireland. As a major local employer delivering more than 270 jobs in the North West, Foyle Metro will also help secure a successful future for our business here."
'Foyle Metro' is operating across 14 bus corridors on a simplified route network.
The service features a new-look red bus fleet and bus timetable designed to meet the future transport needs of the city.
The new service will boost connectivity providing a frequent, reliable, comfortable and affordable way to travel.
Foyle Metro offers a range of enhanced connections to shops, amenities, schools, hospital and airport services along with improved integration with Goldline Express and NI Railways services.
Translink Group Chief Executive Chris Conway said: "The people of Derry~Londonderry told us they wanted a modern and attractive bus service that reflects and supports the city's prosperity. We’ve used their feedback to design the Foyle Metro' experience – its new-look, routes and timetables – and we’re looking forward to their first impressions of the new service.
"In recent years we have invested over £55m in bus and rail transport improvements in the North West; Foyle Metro is a further major part of our plans to deliver continued passenger growth and make Translink your first choice for travel in Northern Ireland. As a major local employer delivering more than 270 jobs in the North West, Foyle Metro will also help secure a successful future for our business here."
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