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28 Nov 2025
Bus Repowering
Transport for Wales (TfW) and Edwards Coaches have taken a step towards building a greener public transport network across Wales by converting two existing diesel buses into fully electric vehicles.
With trials underway, the bus repowering project represents a significant step forward in building a more sustainable, reliable, and efficient public transport network across Wales.
Bus repowering involves removing the diesel engine and fuel system from a bus and replacing them with a modern electric drivetrain and battery system.
By choosing to repower rather than replace, TfW is extending the lifespan of buses and reducing waste, making the programme both environmentally and economically responsible.
These trials have initially been conducted without passengers on board, while carefully evaluating performance, reliability, and efficiency.
There are plans for the vehicles to enter service for trials to continue with passengers onboard under real world operating conditions.
Connor Young, Project Manager for Bus Decarbonisation at Transport for Wales, said: “It’s been great to see the repowered buses out and about during the trial.
"It has been an incredibly important project to help us reach the 2035 goal set by Welsh Government for the bus fleet to be zero emission.”
Simon Ingham from Edwards Coaches added: “We’re proud to partner with TfW to refurbish and test repowered electric buses – the first of their kind in Wales.
"The results are encouraging, and we’re committed to supporting practical, scalable solutions that cut emissions while maintaining reliable services. It’s been really exciting for the team to be involved as we celebrate 100 years of business.”
The collaboration between TfW and Edwards Coaches highlights the shared commitment to innovation and sustainability in Welsh transport.
Together, they’re helping to deliver cleaner, quieter, and more efficient journeys, supporting the Welsh Government’s ambition for a fully zero-emission bus fleet by 2035.
Two buses have been repowered so far by different suppliers Magtec and Equipmake, and then transferred to Edwards Coaches in Llantrisant for road trials.
Transport for Wales and Edwards Coaches drive forward bus repowering trials
Bus Repowering
Transport for Wales (TfW) and Edwards Coaches have taken a step towards building a greener public transport network across Wales by converting two existing diesel buses into fully electric vehicles.
With trials underway, the bus repowering project represents a significant step forward in building a more sustainable, reliable, and efficient public transport network across Wales.
Bus repowering involves removing the diesel engine and fuel system from a bus and replacing them with a modern electric drivetrain and battery system.
By choosing to repower rather than replace, TfW is extending the lifespan of buses and reducing waste, making the programme both environmentally and economically responsible.
These trials have initially been conducted without passengers on board, while carefully evaluating performance, reliability, and efficiency.
There are plans for the vehicles to enter service for trials to continue with passengers onboard under real world operating conditions.
Connor Young, Project Manager for Bus Decarbonisation at Transport for Wales, said: “It’s been great to see the repowered buses out and about during the trial.
"It has been an incredibly important project to help us reach the 2035 goal set by Welsh Government for the bus fleet to be zero emission.”
Simon Ingham from Edwards Coaches added: “We’re proud to partner with TfW to refurbish and test repowered electric buses – the first of their kind in Wales.
"The results are encouraging, and we’re committed to supporting practical, scalable solutions that cut emissions while maintaining reliable services
The collaboration between TfW and Edwards Coaches highlights the shared commitment to innovation and sustainability in Welsh transport.
Together, they’re helping to deliver cleaner, quieter, and more efficient journeys, supporting the Welsh Government’s ambition for a fully zero-emission bus fleet by 2035.
Two buses have been repowered so far by different suppliers Magtec and Equipmake, and then transferred to Edwards Coaches in Llantrisant for road trials.
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