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29/02/2016
New £62m Deal Announced Between TfL And Wrightbus
London Mayor Boris Johnson has announced a £62 million deal for almost 200 New Routemaster buses.
The contract, between Transport for London (TfL) and Wrightbus, was confirmed during a visit to the chassis plant in Antrim.
First Minister, Arlene Foster welcomed the announcement.
She said: "Wrightbus is a shining example of a successful indigenous Northern Ireland business.
"Innovation is a key element of economic success and Wrightbus has once again demonstrated their manufacturing credentials.
"This latest contract not only results in almost 200 Routemaster buses servicing London but it is a timely boost for the Northern Ireland manufacturing sector."
(CD)
The contract, between Transport for London (TfL) and Wrightbus, was confirmed during a visit to the chassis plant in Antrim.
First Minister, Arlene Foster welcomed the announcement.
She said: "Wrightbus is a shining example of a successful indigenous Northern Ireland business.
"Innovation is a key element of economic success and Wrightbus has once again demonstrated their manufacturing credentials.
"This latest contract not only results in almost 200 Routemaster buses servicing London but it is a timely boost for the Northern Ireland manufacturing sector."
(CD)
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London Transport Gets Wrighbus Boost
The open passenger platform that was so much a part of London buses it to make a return - thanks to a Co Antrim-based company. The final design of the 'New Bus' for London, based on the much-loved Routemaster, was unveiled this week by the Mayor of London, Boris Johnson.
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