Two days ago I travelled to Bilston on the 34 and saw some Banga buses. However the two I saw were unusual. They were larger and one I saw was a Optare delta I think. he next one was parked up at the bus station was of medium size and in the yellow livery. I do not know what type it was. Can anyone enlighten me?
They've recently had a trio of ex National Express Optare Solos
One of these you saw?
http://wmbusphotos.com/Banga/S240EWU.html
No it wasn't a Optare Solo, it was a older larger bus and also the other one was what looked like a Optare Sigma.
They must have acquired some new (!) buses then. Maybe Tony can find out more?
no, not Banga, are you sure these bigger vehicles were not the all yellow Wolverhampton City Council buses
QuoteThe next one was parked up at the bus station was of medium size and in the yellow livery.
Following on from Tony's post, Wolverhampton City Council YJ54ZXX (Oe B33F and basically yellow!) is frequently on the free town centre shuttle service, and passes through the Bus Station regularly ..... they have a similar vehicle ZXY as well, but I've only ever seen ZXX on the shuttle.
Was it one of these?: http://wmbusphotos.com/Wolvescouncil/wcc_5204.html (http://wmbusphotos.com/Wolvescouncil/wcc_5204.html)
If it was a WCC vehicle I have to wonder why it'd be in Bilston Bus Station.
I recall I used to see a similar looking vehicle (not sure if it was a WCC-owned) dropping off school kids at the old Bilston Leisure Centre.
Maybe it was waiting at the bus station after dropping the kids off at the new Leisure Centre?
Afraid its not any of the Wolvehampton council buses. I'm sure the bus had a blue stripe and it didn't have a DAF body. Perhaps they've got some "new" additions.
Yellow with a blue strip in Bilston Bus Station?
Sandwell Travel Dart is the answer. Certainly wasn't Banga if it was bigger than a merc
Thats the one Tony. Thanks, they do look similar to Banga though!
Just found the photo of one of the buses I saw:
http://wmbusphotos.com/sandwell/l148yvk.html
Banga appear to be increasing competition with NXWM, launching on WN route 26 from 17th Sept
PD1078264/1 - RAJINDER BANGA T/A BANGA BUSES, 4 VICARAGE ROAD, ALLSAINTS, WOLVERHAMPTON, WV2 1DT
Variation Accepted: Operating between Wolverhampton and Codsall given service number 535 effective from 17-Sep-2013. To amend Route, Stopping Places and Timetable.
PD1078264/6 - RAJINDER BANGA T/A BANGA BUSES, 4 VICARAGE ROAD, ALLSAINTS, WOLVERHAMPTON, WV2 1DT
Variation Accepted: Operating between Wolverhampton, Queen Street and Codsall, Bakers Way given service number 634 effective from 17-Sep-2013. To amend Route, Stopping Places and Timetable.
PD1078264/7 - RAJINDER BANGA T/A BANGA BUSES, 4 VICARAGE ROAD, ALLSAINTS, WOLVERHAMPTON, WV2 1DT
Registration Accepted
Starting Point: Wolverhampton, Queen Street
Finish Point: Bilston Bus Station
Via:
Service Number: 26
Service Type: Normal Stopping
Effective Date: 17-SEP-2013
Other Details: Mondays to Fridays except bank holidays.
Great! Another Banga service clogging Up Queen Street!Banga regually block buses like the 59 trying to pass.
Anyway enough moaning good to see Banga starting up on other routes .I wonder if they have enough buses or if they buy some more
Quote from: Trident 4609 on July 29, 2013, 09:35:53 AM
Anyway enough moaning good to see Banga starting up on other routes .I wonder if they have enough buses or if they buy some more
I guess it depends on whether the timetables changes to the 535 & 634 will allow buses to be re-deployed off those routes, if not additional buses may well need to be sourced
Banga have 14 buses they have 9 out in service so
they enough spare without buying any more
unless they are going to scrap some & get
some more solos from somewhere
Is there any reason P537 PNE is in Sedgley traveling towards Wolverhampton ?
Banga buses has brought another solo http://www.flickr.com/photos/stanjack/11371816583/ seen at bilston today
PD1078264/8 - RAJINDER BANGA T/A BANGA BUSES, 4 VICARAGE ROAD, ALLSAINTS, WOLVERHAMPTON, WV2 1DT
Registration Accepted
Starting Point: Wolverhampton, Bilston Street
Finish Point: Rocketpool, Bilston
Via: Wellington Road, Bilston Bus Station
Service Number: 77
Service Type: Normal Stopping
Effective Date: 23-JUN-2014
Other Details: Monday to Friday
Is this service due to arriva going on 530 or a renunbering
& not going to run Saturday
Found this on vosa PD1078264/1 - RAJINDER BANGA T/A BANGA BUSES, 4 VICARAGE ROAD, ALLSAINTS, WOLVERHAMPTON, WV2 1DT
Variation Accepted: Operating between Wolverhampton and Codsall given service number 535 effective from 24-Jun-2014. To amend Route, Stopping Places and Timetable.
PD1078264/5 - RAJINDER BANGA T/A BANGA BUSES, 4 VICARAGE ROAD, ALLSAINTS, WOLVERHAMPTON, WV2 1DT
Variation Accepted: Operating between Wolverhampton Bus Station and Rocketpool, Humphries Crescent given service number 530 effective from 24-Jun-2014. To amend Timetable.
PD1078264/7 - RAJINDER BANGA T/A BANGA BUSES, 4 VICARAGE ROAD, ALLSAINTS, WOLVERHAMPTON, WV2 1DT
Variation Accepted: Operating between Wolverhampton, Queen Street and Bilston Bus Station given service number 26 effective from 24-Jun-2014. To amend Timetable.
PD1078264/9 - RAJINDER BANGA T/A BANGA BUSES, 4 VICARAGE ROAD, ALLSAINTS, WOLVERHAMPTON, WV2 1DT
Registration Accepted
Starting Point: Tower Street, Wolverhampton
Finish Point: Dudley Bus Station
Via:
Service Number: 82
Service Type: Normal Stopping
Effective Date: 24-JUN-2014
Other Details: Monday to Friday, no service on bank holidays
Wonder what the changes are to the above banga services
Quote from: Solo1 on May 06, 2014, 12:56:59 PM
Found this on vosa PD1078264/1 - RAJINDER BANGA T/A BANGA BUSES, 4 VICARAGE ROAD, ALLSAINTS, WOLVERHAMPTON, WV2 1DT
Variation Accepted: Operating between Wolverhampton and Codsall given service number 535 effective from 24-Jun-2014. To amend Route, Stopping Places and Timetable.
PD1078264/5 - RAJINDER BANGA T/A BANGA BUSES, 4 VICARAGE ROAD, ALLSAINTS, WOLVERHAMPTON, WV2 1DT
Variation Accepted: Operating between Wolverhampton Bus Station and Rocketpool, Humphries Crescent given service number 530 effective from 24-Jun-2014. To amend Timetable.
PD1078264/7 - RAJINDER BANGA T/A BANGA BUSES, 4 VICARAGE ROAD, ALLSAINTS, WOLVERHAMPTON, WV2 1DT
Variation Accepted: Operating between Wolverhampton, Queen Street and Bilston Bus Station given service number 26 effective from 24-Jun-2014. To amend Timetable.
PD1078264/9 - RAJINDER BANGA T/A BANGA BUSES, 4 VICARAGE ROAD, ALLSAINTS, WOLVERHAMPTON, WV2 1DT
Registration Accepted
Starting Point: Tower Street, Wolverhampton
Finish Point: Dudley Bus Station
Via:
Service Number: 82
Service Type: Normal Stopping
Effective Date: 24-JUN-2014
Other Details: Monday to Friday, no service on bank holidays
Banga Buses are expanding to Dudley then
How long have banga buses had a logo ?
Granted it is only a blue arrow and a yellow arrow but it's something, seen one on one of the solo they have earlier
Any pics?... About time they had a new one for this livery!..
Is the 82 simply a renumbering (and extension) of their existing 545?
Quote from: fleetline6477 on May 14, 2014, 08:38:00 PM
Is the 82 simply a renumbering (and extension) of their existing 545?
or actually competing against NX on the 82?
Quote from: Andrew on May 09, 2014, 10:04:49 PM
How long have banga buses had a logo ?
Granted it is only a blue arrow and a yellow arrow but it's something, seen one on one of the solo they have earlier
it's on the door side only on the window of the solo's I saw
@Nathan with a bit of luck it will only be on sundays and evenings, i really don't want banga making the 82 look rubbish.
Quote from: NXDom on May 18, 2014, 09:08:38 AM
@Nathan with a bit of luck it will only be on sundays and evenings, i really don't want banga making the 82 look rubbish.
NX B6's and arriva darts don't exactly make the route look special though do they.
Quote from: Andrew on May 18, 2014, 09:39:55 AM
Quote from: NXDom on May 18, 2014, 09:08:38 AM
@Nathan with a bit of luck it will only be on sundays and evenings, i really don't want banga making the 82 look rubbish.
NX B6's and arriva darts don't exactly make the route look special though do they.
@Andrew Yeah but having 'vans' on the route which also don't have proper terminus displays, even some of the solo's don't have perfect fully functioning terminus displays, unlike arrive and NX, have you gathered i LOVE banga. :)
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Quote from: Andrew on May 18, 2014, 09:39:55 AM
Quote from: NXDom on May 18, 2014, 09:08:38 AM
@Nathan with a bit of luck it will only be on sundays and evenings, i really don't want banga making the 82 look rubbish.
NX B6's and arriva darts don't exactly make the route look special though do they.
@Andrew Yeah but having 'vans' on the route which also don't have proper terminus displays, even some of the solo's don't have perfect fully functioning terminus displays, unlike arrive and NX, have you gathered i LOVE banga. :)
The 'vans' don't really have that long left now though. I'm guessing they will be using their best buses on the route to try and sway nx customers, obviously they won't get the students as they have travelcards, but there are a lot of pushchairs along the route and with nx only accepting 2 it leaves passengers for banga
Quote from: Andrew on May 18, 2014, 10:04:09 AM
Quote from: NXDom on May 18, 2014, 09:45:18 AM
Quote from: Andrew on May 18, 2014, 09:39:55 AM
Quote from: NXDom on May 18, 2014, 09:08:38 AM
@Nathan with a bit of luck it will only be on sundays and evenings, i really don't want banga making the 82 look rubbish.
NX B6's and arriva darts don't exactly make the route look special though do they.
@Andrew Yeah but having 'vans' on the route which also don't have proper terminus displays, even some of the solo's don't have perfect fully functioning terminus displays, unlike arrive and NX, have you gathered i LOVE banga. :)
The 'vans' don't really have that long left now though. I'm guessing they will be using their best buses on the route to try and sway nx customers, obviously they won't get the students as they have travelcards, but there are a lot of pushchairs along the route and with nx only accepting 2 it leaves passengers for banga
There aren't as many as routes such as the 81 and ill say now i will NEVER get on the banga version, no matter what!
Quote from: NXDom on May 18, 2014, 10:09:35 AM
Quote from: Andrew on May 18, 2014, 10:04:09 AM
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Quote from: NXDom on May 18, 2014, 09:08:38 AM
@Nathan with a bit of luck it will only be on sundays and evenings, i really don't want banga making the 82 look rubbish.
NX B6's and arriva darts don't exactly make the route look special though do they.
@Andrew Yeah but having 'vans' on the route which also don't have proper terminus displays, even some of the solo's don't have perfect fully functioning terminus displays, unlike arrive and NX, have you gathered i LOVE banga. :)
The 'vans' don't really have that long left now though. I'm guessing they will be using their best buses on the route to try and sway nx customers, obviously they won't get the students as they have travelcards, but there are a lot of pushchairs along the route and with nx only accepting 2 it leaves passengers for banga
There aren't as many as routes such as the 81 and ill say now i will NEVER get on the banga version, no matter what!
You say that now, what if this is the making of banga buses. This time next year they could be investing in brand new Solo' or Streetlites have their own travelcards and a bigger network. NX may even withdraw their 82 due to nearly all passengers moving to banga buses. I know it's unlikely but it could happen lol
From what I've read in the past about Banga, they seem to be behaving themselves these days.
Our equivalent of the old style Banga over in Walsall was A2Z & look what happened to them!
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Shame I didn't see what it was.
The post was just me saying certain things, which i shall not explain, i have seen drivers of Banga doing.
on a different point i believe banga only have a few low floor buses so why would parents with pushchairs use this when you will odds are only get a couple of buses a day that have pushchair slots.
Has any more info come out on the Banga 82?
Quote from: NXDom on May 26, 2014, 12:59:11 PM
Has any more info come out on the Banga 82?
Just seen a banga bread van pulling out of wrens nest road into parkes hall road with a couple of drivers on it
Quote from: Andrew on May 28, 2014, 10:29:45 AM
Quote from: NXDom on May 26, 2014, 12:59:11 PM
Has any more info come out on the Banga 82?
Just seen a banga bread van pulling out of wrens nest road into parkes hall road with a couple of drivers on it
Oh great its actually happening i wasnt dreaming.
Without small companies like banga NX would have a monopoly on all services!.. You would also find fares would be a lot higher!.. That's why buses were privatised!!.. I have caught Banga buses and their drivers are friendly and give a more personal service. NX on the other hand well! I know I'm a former driver!lol. As for breadvan buses many of the larger independents started with these so don't knock them!.. They will soon be gone...
Quote from: j_rp_wright on May 28, 2014, 04:24:08 PM
Without small companies like banga NX would have a monopoly on all services!.. You would also find fares would be a lot higher!.. That's why buses were privatised!!.. I have caught Banga buses and their drivers are friendly and give a more personal service. NX on the other hand well! I know I'm a former driver!lol. As for breadvan buses many of the larger independents started with these so don't knock them!.. They will soon be gone...
I'm not knocking them, i used to like the bread vans twm had on the 223 when i was younger 8)
Quote from: j_rp_wright on May 28, 2014, 04:24:08 PM
Without small companies like banga NX would have a monopoly on all services!.. You would also find fares would be a lot higher!.. That's why buses were privatised!!.. I have caught Banga buses and their drivers are friendly and give a more personal service. NX on the other hand well! I know I'm a former driver!lol. As for breadvan buses many of the larger independents started with these so don't knock them!.. They will soon be gone...
I do agree with that sentiment; NX get criticised for having a monopoly on bus services in the West Midlands, and then the smaller operators get chastised for not being NX!
the changes to banga 535 5 trips info on stafs cc website
Quote from: Solo1 on May 30, 2014, 10:08:11 PM
the changes to banga 535 5 trips info on stafs cc website
Have you got a link?
http://www.staffordshire.gov.uk/transport/publictransport/buses/docs/busservicechangesjune14bydistrict.pdf
This has the June 2014 changes listed, I believe the new journeys are following the route of the NXWM service, rather than their existing 535 route.
Have we got any information other than the fact it will operate the route for the 82. Will it be day time, will it replace the NX or Run along it or replace Arriva.
Quote from: NXDom on June 03, 2014, 07:29:52 PM
Have we got any information other than the fact it will operate the route for the 82. Will it be day time, will it replace the NX or Run along it or replace Arriva.
They will compete against NX most likley
Banga have aquired another ex TWM Optare Solo. This time its S284 AOX. Its in Banga livery but still has full TWM moquette
Quote from: Nathan on June 11, 2014, 08:51:59 PM
Banga have aquired another ex TWM Optare Solo. This time its S284 AOX. Its in Banga livery but still has full TWM moquette
Was last with Tulloch's of Forres in Northern Scotland. before that J P Coaches in Forfar.
Quote from: Stuharris 6360 on June 11, 2014, 09:00:34 PM
Quote from: Nathan on June 11, 2014, 08:51:59 PM
Banga have aquired another ex TWM Optare Solo. This time its S284 AOX. Its in Banga livery but still has full TWM moquette
Was last with Tulloch's of Forres in Northern Scotland. before that J P Coaches in Forfar.
Cheers for that info Stu :) Have Banga started on the 82?
Didn't see many people using the Arriva 530 this afternoon! The Rocket Pool-W'ton route does not need a bus every 10 minutes or less. You have both Arriva and Banfa operating at every 15 minutes
Banga start on the 82 on the 24 june 2014
Quote from: Nathan on June 11, 2014, 09:07:14 PM
Quote from: Stuharris 6360 on June 11, 2014, 09:00:34 PM
Quote from: Nathan on June 11, 2014, 08:51:59 PM
Banga have aquired another ex TWM Optare Solo. This time its S284 AOX. Its in Banga livery but still has full TWM moquette
Was last with Tulloch's of Forres in Northern Scotland. before that J P Coaches in Forfar.
Cheers for that info Stu :) Have Banga started on the 82?
Didn't see many people using the Arriva 530 this afternoon! The Rocket Pool-W'ton route does not need a bus every 10 minutes or less. You have both Arriva and Banfa operating at every 15 minutes
To be honest, have Arriva gone mad, probably only need a service every 30 minutes.
Quote from: Nathan on June 11, 2014, 08:51:59 PM
Banga have aquired another ex TWM Optare Solo. This time its S284 AOX. Its in Banga livery but still has full TWM moquette
https://www.flickr.com/photos/john-s-91/14220478769/
Quote from: Stuharris 6360 on June 11, 2014, 09:18:03 PM
Banga start on the 82 on the 24 june 2014
There has been absolutely nothing on nwm or any other source, bit strange with 11 days before the start of service.
Quote from: NXDom on June 13, 2014, 07:44:18 AM
Quote from: Stuharris 6360 on June 11, 2014, 09:18:03 PM
Banga start on the 82 on the 24 june 2014
There has been absolutely nothing on nwm or any other source, bit strange with 11 days before the start of service.
It's actually normal of centro at the moment to provide no info. They still haven't put a GRS 246 timetable on the database!
Quote from: the trainbasher on June 13, 2014, 08:47:51 AM
Quote from: NXDom on June 13, 2014, 07:44:18 AM
Quote from: Stuharris 6360 on June 11, 2014, 09:18:03 PM
Banga start on the 82 on the 24 june 2014
There has been absolutely nothing on nwm or any other source, bit strange with 11 days before the start of service.
It's actually normal of centro at the moment to provide no info. They still haven't put a GRS 246 timetable on the database!
GRS never applied to Centro for slots in Dudley & Stourbridge bus stations, they just registered a service using private land without asking the landowner's permission to use it, hence why the do not serve either bus station now, and presumably why Centro haven't put the service into their database as the registration is not what is being operated
Quote from: Tony on June 13, 2014, 11:23:18 AM
Quote from: the trainbasher on June 13, 2014, 08:47:51 AM
Quote from: NXDom on June 13, 2014, 07:44:18 AM
Quote from: Stuharris 6360 on June 11, 2014, 09:18:03 PM
Banga start on the 82 on the 24 june 2014
There has been absolutely nothing on nwm or any other source, bit strange with 11 days before the start of service.
It's actually normal of centro at the moment to provide no info. They still haven't put a GRS 246 timetable on the database!
GRS never applied to Centro for slots in Dudley & Stourbridge bus stations, they just registered a service using private land without asking the landowner's permission to use it, hence why the do not serve either bus station now, and presumably why Centro haven't put the service into their database as the registration is not what is being operated
Ok I stand corrected on that count.
Centro most of the time upload the timetable last minute on other routes though
So the info for the 82 is up but no timetable. Bloody hell NWM!!
Quote from: NXDom on June 22, 2014, 04:41:51 PM
So the info for the 82 is up but no timetable. Bloody hell NWM!!
Perhaps Banga haven't given them a timetable
I hope they do. I really don't want to have Banana Buses in my area with no BLOODY TIMETABLE. They'll be like the GRS of Wolverhampton.
Quote from: Matt on June 22, 2014, 05:14:39 PM
Quote from: NXDom on June 22, 2014, 04:41:51 PM
So the info for the 82 is up but no timetable. Bloody hell NWM!!
Perhaps Banga haven't given them a timetable
I thought that operators had to supply timetable's to TC's & network west midlands & as a guess could be on tomorrow when the service starts
Quote from: Solo1 on June 22, 2014, 06:59:50 PM
Quote from: Matt on June 22, 2014, 05:14:39 PM
Quote from: NXDom on June 22, 2014, 04:41:51 PM
So the info for the 82 is up but no timetable. Bloody hell NWM!!
Perhaps Banga haven't given them a timetable
I thought that operators had to supply timetable's to TC's & network west midlands & as a guess could be on tomorrow when the service starts
I've just been down to the stop on Green Street and the new timetable isn't up in the shelter.
@NXDom It depends on a few things.
- Have Centro and Banga agreed slots for timetables/bus station slots
- Have Centro/Traveline had the registered timetable from VOSA
- Have Centro/Traveline uploaded it to their servers yet
- Are Centro waiting for the timetables for the stops from the print department/graphic design dept
At least Banga are likely to run compliantly!
Also, odds on a breadvan running on there?
Quote from: the trainbasher on June 22, 2014, 07:50:23 PM
@NXDom It depends on a few things.
- Have Centro and Banga agreed slots for timetables/bus station slots
- Have Centro/Traveline had the registered timetable from VOSA
- Have Centro/Traveline uploaded it to their servers yet
- Are Centro waiting for the timetables for the stops from the print department/graphic design dept
At least Banga are likely to run compliantly!
Also, odds on a breadvan running on there?
2/1. Haha
Just saying, I may be wrong but I didn't see a single Banga 82 today.
Quote from: NXDom on June 23, 2014, 05:59:41 PM
Just saying, I may be wrong but I didn't see a single Banga 82 today.
You wouldn't, the registration was for tomorrow. 8)
Quote from: Andrew on June 23, 2014, 06:06:53 PM
Quote from: NXDom on June 23, 2014, 05:59:41 PM
Just saying, I may be wrong but I didn't see a single Banga 82 today.
You wouldn't, the registration was for tomorrow. 8)
Oh was it, I thought it was for June 22nd.
Quote from: Andrew on June 23, 2014, 06:06:53 PM
Quote from: NXDom on June 23, 2014, 05:59:41 PM
Just saying, I may be wrong but I didn't see a single Banga 82 today.
You wouldn't, the registration was for tomorrow. 8)
How weird. Registering a bus service to start on a Tuesday?
Quote from: Stuharris 6360 on June 23, 2014, 06:45:49 PM
Quote from: Andrew on June 23, 2014, 06:06:53 PM
Quote from: NXDom on June 23, 2014, 05:59:41 PM
Just saying, I may be wrong but I didn't see a single Banga 82 today.
You wouldn't, the registration was for tomorrow. 8)
How weird. Registering a bus service to start on a Tuesday?
PD1078264/9 - RAJINDER BANGA T/A BANGA BUSES, 4 VICARAGE ROAD, ALLSAINTS, WOLVERHAMPTON, WV2 1DT
Registration Accepted
Starting Point: Tower Street, Wolverhampton
Finish Point: Dudley Bus Station
Via:
Service Number: 82
Service Type: Normal Stopping
Effective Date: 24-JUN-2014
Other Details: Monday to Friday, no service on bank holidays
Quote from: Stuharris 6360 on June 23, 2014, 06:45:49 PM
Quote from: Andrew on June 23, 2014, 06:06:53 PM
Quote from: NXDom on June 23, 2014, 05:59:41 PM
Just saying, I may be wrong but I didn't see a single Banga 82 today.
You wouldn't, the registration was for tomorrow. 8)
How weird. Registering a bus service to start on a Tuesday?
Thats why I thought it was 22nd
Quote from: NXDom on June 23, 2014, 07:23:31 PM
Quote from: Stuharris 6360 on June 23, 2014, 06:45:49 PM
Quote from: Andrew on June 23, 2014, 06:06:53 PM
Quote from: NXDom on June 23, 2014, 05:59:41 PM
Just saying, I may be wrong but I didn't see a single Banga 82 today.
You wouldn't, the registration was for tomorrow. 8)
How weird. Registering a bus service to start on a Tuesday?
Thats why I thought it was 22nd
Even Network West Midlands got caught out, its on there change list for the 22nd!
All the other Banga Changes where today I saw the new 77.
x503 wrg on 82 in banga colours
Looking good too!...
Quote from: driver on June 24, 2014, 08:58:32 AM
x503 wrg on 82 in banga colours
Here it is with Go North East:
https://www.flickr.com/photos/60502549@N02/8926604197/
First Dart in the fleet then
What else are they using on there then? Presume as a new route they will try and put out all low floors
I didn't see a Banga 82 today, are they actually running?
Quote from: NXDom on June 24, 2014, 06:00:56 PM
I didn't see a Banga 82 today, are they actually running?
Yes new addition X503 WRG was on the 82 today
Quote from: Nathan on June 24, 2014, 08:33:42 PM
Quote from: NXDom on June 24, 2014, 06:00:56 PM
I didn't see a Banga 82 today, are they actually running?
Yes new addition X503 WRG was on the 82 today
Has it been repainted into Banga livery?
Yes!...
:o Banga have buses on a route that are newer than the ones used by NX on there
Here is one!..
I know the driver of this one.. Apologies for multiple uploads!
If I ever had to use the 82 (god forbid!), I wouldn't think twice about using banga over NX
Quote from: Matt on June 24, 2014, 09:05:58 PM
If I ever had to use the 82 (god forbid!), I wouldn't think twice about using banga over NX
Whats wrong with the 82?
Quote from: NXDom on June 24, 2014, 09:12:19 PM
Quote from: Matt on June 24, 2014, 09:05:58 PM
If I ever had to use the 82 (god forbid!), I wouldn't think twice about using banga over NX
Whats wrong with the 82?
It doesn't go anywhere that I particularly fancy visiting and has been full of chavs on the odd occasion I've given it a try in the past
Quote from: Matt on June 24, 2014, 09:15:29 PM
Quote from: NXDom on June 24, 2014, 09:12:19 PM
Quote from: Matt on June 24, 2014, 09:05:58 PM
If I ever had to use the 82 (god forbid!), I wouldn't think twice about using banga over NX
Whats wrong with the 82?
It doesn't go anywhere that I particularly fancy visiting and has been full of chavs on the odd occasion I've given it a try in the past
Well it's hardly ever got 'chavs' on there is never anything wrong with the 82. You don't use it every day and expreience it every day. The only time there could be 'chavs' as you put it on is when the schools finish even then 2-3 people.
what times do the run at as still no timetabel for 82 thanks
Quote from: j_rp_wright on June 24, 2014, 08:55:06 PM
Here is one!..
Noooooooo, not more MPD's in the West Midlands.......
Can't even get away from them in Cornwall, they're taking over at Western Greyhound
Quote from: Solo1 on June 24, 2014, 09:33:17 PM
what times do the run at as still no timetabel for 82 thanks
I was having a right old bit of fun in Dudley and Wolves just to attempt to find one.
Quote from: NXDom on June 24, 2014, 09:43:04 PM
Quote from: Solo1 on June 24, 2014, 09:33:17 PM
what times do the run at as still no timetabel for 82 thanks
I was having a right old bit of fun in Dudley and Wolves just to attempt to find one.
They are most likley picking up in Tower St at the Wolves end as thats where alk the other Banga service alight/depart
Quote from: j_rp_wright on June 24, 2014, 08:55:06 PM
Here is one!..
That does look very smart in their livery
Quote from: John on June 24, 2014, 09:46:39 PM
Quote from: j_rp_wright on June 24, 2014, 08:55:06 PM
Here is one!..
That does look very smart in their livery
I've got to say Banga have improved their fleet quite a bit. It was only a few years back they had a load of knackered breadvans in a dull cream/blue livery. And now they have a fair few low floor vehicles and they have all their buses in a smart livery unlike the other independant in Wolverhampton....
Quote from: Nathan on June 24, 2014, 09:56:43 PM
Quote from: John on June 24, 2014, 09:46:39 PM
Quote from: j_rp_wright on June 24, 2014, 08:55:06 PM
Here is one!..
That does look very smart in their livery
I've got to say Banga have improved their fleet quite a bit. It was only a few years back they had a load of knackered breadvans in a dull cream/blue livery. And now they have a fair few low floor vehicles and they have all their buses in a smart livery unlike the other independant in Wolverhampton....
Unlike the major operator too ;)
I wish Banga all the best! All the NXWM 82's I saw today were B6's not even the Mercs, which are even more worn out!
Quote from: wilmotm (Matt Wilmot) on June 24, 2014, 10:24:25 PM
I wish Banga all the best! All the NXWM 82's I saw today were B6's not even the Mercs, which are even more worn out!
I disagree actually. The remaining b6's are generally in far better condition than the awful Mercs.
I also wish Banga all the best and will try them out soon :)
Quote from: wilmotm (Matt Wilmot) on June 24, 2014, 10:24:25 PM
I wish Banga all the best! All the NXWM 82's I saw today were B6's not even the Mercs, which are even more worn out!
Agreed - the Varios (or "Breadvans" as some types on here call them) are actually excellent buses, a shame for Banga that they aren't low floor. I think though that if Banga play their cards right they have a good chance of taking plenty of passengers from NX on this route.
Quote from: Andrew on June 24, 2014, 10:22:44 PM
Quote from: Nathan on June 24, 2014, 09:56:43 PM
Quote from: John on June 24, 2014, 09:46:39 PM
Quote from: j_rp_wright on June 24, 2014, 08:55:06 PM
Here is one!..
That does look very smart in their livery
I've got to say Banga have improved their fleet quite a bit. It was only a few years back they had a load of knackered breadvans in a dull cream/blue livery. And now they have a fair few low floor vehicles and they have all their buses in a smart livery unlike the other independant in Wolverhampton....
Unlike the major operator too ;)
But atleast NX have a livery ;)
Quote from: Nathan on June 24, 2014, 11:20:47 PM
Quote from: Andrew on June 24, 2014, 10:22:44 PM
Quote from: Nathan on June 24, 2014, 09:56:43 PM
Quote from: John on June 24, 2014, 09:46:39 PM
Quote from: j_rp_wright on June 24, 2014, 08:55:06 PM
Here is one!..
That does look very smart in their livery
I've got to say Banga have improved their fleet quite a bit. It was only a few years back they had a load of knackered breadvans in a dull cream/blue livery. And now they have a fair few low floor vehicles and they have all their buses in a smart livery unlike the other independant in Wolverhampton....
Unlike the major operator too ;)
But atleast NX have a livery ;)
No, they have several
There is always one who has be pedantic ::) NX don't operate in previous operators colours or logo's though...
Anyway moving on....
Despite Arriva registering on the 530 Mon-Sat daytimes every 15 mins it does seem Banga are still getting the majority of passengers. Saw a Solo go past last week with a healthy load (Not full of OAP's btw).
Quote from: Nathan on June 24, 2014, 11:24:51 PM
There is always one who has be pedantic ::) NX don't operate in previous operators colours or logo's though...
Anyway moving on....
Despite Arriva registering on the 530 Mon-Sat daytimes every 15 mins it does seem Banga are still getting the majority of passengers. Saw a Solo go past last week with a healthy load (Not full of OAP's btw).
Makes a change it being somebody else, doesn't it? NX have several naff liveries, Banga have a consistent attractive image. No contest.
Quote from: DiamondDart on June 24, 2014, 10:26:53 PM
Quote from: wilmotm (Matt Wilmot) on June 24, 2014, 10:24:25 PM
I wish Banga all the best! All the NXWM 82's I saw today were B6's not even the Mercs, which are even more worn out!
I disagree actually. The remaining b6's are generally in far better condition than the awful Mercs.
I also wish Banga all the best and will try them out soon :)
Sorry
@DiamondDart I meant that the Mercs are more worn out than the B6's, didn't make myself clear
Quote from: wilmotm (Matt Wilmot) on June 24, 2014, 11:42:00 PM
Quote from: DiamondDart on June 24, 2014, 10:26:53 PM
Quote from: wilmotm (Matt Wilmot) on June 24, 2014, 10:24:25 PM
I wish Banga all the best! All the NXWM 82's I saw today were B6's not even the Mercs, which are even more worn out!
I disagree actually. The remaining b6's are generally in far better condition than the awful Mercs.
I also wish Banga all the best and will try them out soon :)
Sorry @DiamondDart I meant that the Mercs are more worn out than the B6's, didn't make myself clear
Assumed so, no worries, sorry if I appeared pedantic!! :)
Most likely been answered somewhere but really can't be bothered looking...
Does their 82 take over from the 545 the run or is that still going? Cause it's the same route aint it?
Edit:
Ignore that, thought it was going to run through from wolves like the nx version, didn't realise it was Bilston-Dudley only
Banga Dart just arrived in Dudley and i have to agree, it does look smart
Does anyone know what times (as a guess) banga are doing the 82 out of Dudley?
Quote from: the trainbasher on June 26, 2014, 11:03:07 AM
Does anyone know what times (as a guess) banga are doing the 82 out of Dudley?
The one i saw left around 8:40, not sure if it was on time though
@the trainbasher I think they depart in the intervals of the 82 so there would be a bus 00,10,20,30,40,50.
Quote from: NXDom on June 26, 2014, 06:28:34 PM
@the trainbasher I think they depart in the intervals of the 82 so there would be a bus 00,10,20,30,40,50.
@NXDom cheers. I've gotta nip to Dudley lunchtime tomorrow so I shall have a look then
Quote from: the trainbasher on June 26, 2014, 06:37:53 PM
Quote from: NXDom on June 26, 2014, 06:28:34 PM
@the trainbasher I think they depart in the intervals of the 82 so there would be a bus 00,10,20,30,40,50.
@NXDom cheers. I've gotta nip to Dudley lunchtime tomorrow so I shall have a look then
@the trainbasher not fully sure but i imagine it will be like that as I think they are from Bilston as well.
Aren't there only 6 trips per day on the 82?
Quote from: Stuharris 6360 on June 26, 2014, 08:43:58 PM
Aren't there only 6 trips per day on the 82?
Yeah, that's what I thought. Still haven't seen the timetable so don't know what times they operate.
Network West Midlands 22nd June service changes says: "Mon-Fri only, six return trips between Bilston and Dudley, two of which are extended to/from Wolverhampton."
Reference: See here (http://www.networkwestmidlands.com/bus/servicechanges/ServiceChangesPages/22June14.aspx).
Timetable for 82.
Wolverhampton Tower St to Dudley: 0738 - 08:37.
Bilston Bus Station to Dudley: 09:22 - 09:57.
Bilston Bus Station to Dudley: 10:42 - 11:17.
Wolverhampton Tower St to Dudley: 13:18 - 14:17.
Bilston Bus Station to Dudley: 15:02 - 15:37.
Bilston Bus Station to Dudley: 16:22 - 16:56.
Dudley to Bilston Bus Station: 08:38 - 09:20.
Dudley to Bilston Bus Station: 09:59 - 10:40.
Dudley to Wolverhampton Tower St: 11:18 - 12:40.
Dudley to Bilston Bus Station: 14:25 - 14:58.
Dudley to Bilston Bus Station: 15:45 - 16:18.
Dudley to Wolverhampton Tower St: 17:00 - 18:15.
Picture of the timetable here (http://i60.tinypic.com/2eyde0y.jpg). Apologies for the quality but it is just about readable. Zoom in if necessary.
Cheers
@P419 EJW.
I presume the midday extension to wolverhampton is to cover lunches/swap drivers
Only a half arsed effort at random times no ones really going to bother using it are they? I would bit purely out of interest, nothing else
@Kevin I presume it's to allow for a one bus working system
This Banga dart has cut out 10 times and on the dashboard he has got 4 red lights at least with a constant beeping noise...
...and we're about 15 minutes down!!!
Odds on the 1502 ex Bilston not having a dart is most likely!!
here the dart that banga has https://www.flickr.com/photos/stanjack/14541522984/
Solo on the 82 today
i wonder where the dart goes in the afternoon as the dart was on this morning
The 535 has appeared to be renumbered as the 5
ive seen both 5 and 535. think they must be interworking similar to nxwm (535 going 5a route out of codsall, but still straight up newhampton rd. 5 follows exact nxwm 5 route through bilbrook and dunstall)
drivers now have uniforms with logos and company name on!
Quote from: j_rp_wright on July 07, 2014, 10:14:37 PM
drivers now have uniforms with logos and company name on!
see
@NXDom Banga mean business now lol :P
Quote from: Andrew on July 07, 2014, 10:22:00 PM
Quote from: j_rp_wright on July 07, 2014, 10:14:37 PM
drivers now have uniforms with logos and company name on!
see @NXDom Banga mean business now lol :P
Banga have certainly upped their standards of late, it's a shame 'Travel Express' can't take a leaf out of their book.....
Quote from: Andrew on July 07, 2014, 10:22:00 PM
Quote from: j_rp_wright on July 07, 2014, 10:14:37 PM
drivers now have uniforms with logos and company name on!
see @NXDom Banga mean business now lol :P
ohhhhhhhh Banga have a uniform there the next stagecoach, give it a few years and they will be operating all over the uk lol :)
The phrase "lipstick on a pig" springs to mind with regards to the Uniforms.
What is the uniform?
One of the darts (X502 ERG) is on the 530 today
And the other dart (X503 ERG) is on the 82.
wonder if banga has any more darts & will be putting them on 530 as ARRIVA use darts aswell on 530 service
Quote from: Solo1 on July 10, 2014, 09:26:54 PM
wonder if banga has any more darts & will be putting them on 530 as ARRIVA use darts aswell on 530 service
From my observation today they have two (despite the fact i thought they only had one)
Quote from: fleetline6477 on July 08, 2014, 08:55:09 PM
What is the uniform?
Black polo type shirt with banga logo
here is banga's other dart on the 530 service https://www.flickr.com/photos/stanjack/14681544143/
MPD X502 WRG has been used on the 545 for the past few days
Quote from: Nathan on August 06, 2014, 05:35:13 PM
MPD X502 WRG has been used on the 545 for the past few days
Its on the 535 today
that dart has been on the 535/5 codsall service for at least the last 3 days now
So a solo is on the 82 today.
I thought Banga had one of the darts for the 82. Am I correct in saying this? If i am why for the last few weeks has it been operated by a solo?
Quote from: NXDom on August 18, 2014, 03:59:51 PM
I thought Banga had one of the darts for the 82. Am I correct in saying this? If i am why for the last few weeks has it been operated by a solo?
They can use the dart on any route i would have thought
The dart is off the road with a fault the
other one is on 545 as I asked the driver
where the darts were
Quote from: Nathan on August 18, 2014, 04:03:43 PM
Quote from: NXDom on August 18, 2014, 03:59:51 PM
I thought Banga had one of the darts for the 82. Am I correct in saying this? If i am why for the last few weeks has it been operated by a solo?
They can use the dart on any route i would have thought
I thought they got them one to be on the 82 everyday and then the other for the 530 originally but finding out ones off the road kind of explains.
The driver said they should be a dart on the
545 tomorrow tuesday
Quote from: Lance on August 18, 2014, 08:36:57 PM
Are the buses that I have seen on the 82 yellow and blue with a prolly pocket displaying In the window a green 82 do banga have led displays for their buses?
yes if its programed the solos have led & the darts don't think the minis have any blinds in them
The solos have hanover led displays
The pointers flip dots
The mercs have rollers.
Quote from: j_rp_wright on July 07, 2014, 10:14:37 PM
drivers now have uniforms with logos and company name on!
here is the logo if no one's seen it yet https://www.flickr.com/photos/stanjack/15075414086/
I travelled on two of the Banga Vario's today, P108 and W193. Bus and Coach Weekly, December 23rd issue suggests that they will not be allowed to run after tomorrow as they are not DDA compliant. P102, R136 and X657 were also in service.
Wonder what Banga are buying to replace them with? More MPDs/solos?
There were at least three Varios on the 545 today (Saturday), including P102 and P108 HCH.
X657 WTN was the other one out on Saturday...
those 3 plus w193cdn and r136lnr still in everyday use
Anyone seen how the 530's doing vs Arriva?
Quote from: DiamondDart on January 17, 2015, 03:27:51 PM
Anyone seen how the 530's doing vs Arriva?
Neither are packed to the brim but I seem to see more using Banga (Being more established on the route). The problem is that corridor does not warrant a 7-8 minute frequency whatsoever hence the loadings.
Quote from: Nathan on January 17, 2015, 06:38:41 PM
Quote from: DiamondDart on January 17, 2015, 03:27:51 PM
Anyone seen how the 530's doing vs Arriva?
Neither are packed to the brim but I seem to see more using Banga (Being more established on the route). The problem is that corridor does not warrant a 7-8 minute frequency whatsoever hence the loadings.
Thanks for the info-I kind of assumed there wouldn't be the demand long term... I last used them in the first week of the route and more seemed to be using Banga then, good to see things haven't changed!!
NCT fleetlist website reports that Solos V252JRR and V262DRC have been acquired by Banga Buses.
http://www.nctfleetlist.co.uk/
Quote from: Cheese on February 16, 2015, 08:00:20 PM
NCT fleetlist website reports that Solos V252JRR and V262DRC have been acquired by Banga Buses.
http://www.nctfleetlist.co.uk/
Will be good to see these when they enter service. Hopefully more are aquired to see off the rest of the Step Entrance Breadvans
Quote from: Nathan on February 16, 2015, 08:03:51 PM
Quote from: Cheese on February 16, 2015, 08:00:20 PM
NCT fleetlist website reports that Solos V252JRR and V262DRC have been acquired by Banga Buses.
http://www.nctfleetlist.co.uk/
Will be good to see these when they enter service. Hopefully more are aquired to see off the rest of the Step Entrance Breadvans
Some of Bangas Merc 814s are being advertised on eBay at the moment
There's a new solo on the 82 with roller blinds except it only has numbers no destination.
Quote from: NXDom on February 25, 2015, 08:13:47 AM
There's a new solo on the 82 with roller blinds except it only has numbers no destination.
He has purchased at least two, that is the first time I have heard of either being used, so there may be another out as well
Quote from: Tony on February 25, 2015, 08:49:17 AM
Quote from: NXDom on February 25, 2015, 08:13:47 AM
There's a new solo on the 82 with roller blinds except it only has numbers no destination.
He has purchased at least two, that is the first time I have heard of either being used, so there may be another out as well
The other ones out ask well saw it in bilston at 8:20. Either on 545 or 77.
one of new solo's banga has on 82 today https://www.flickr.com/photos/stanjack/16468375330/
i was talking to a banga driver a month or 2 ago, and he indicated that banga were buying a few nct solos. nice to see them out in fleet livery unlike another local operator.........
I didn't see the 26 or 77 service to day at bilston by Banga
Quote from: Solo1 on February 26, 2015, 08:51:57 PM
I didn't see the 26 or 77 service to day at bilston by Banga
Depends what time you were there, as there are only 3 journeys on the 26, and i think 2, on the 77 at peak times
Quote from: Alex on February 26, 2015, 08:53:52 PM
Quote from: Solo1 on February 26, 2015, 08:51:57 PM
I didn't see the 26 or 77 service to day at bilston by Banga
Depends what time you were there, as there are only 3 journeys on the 26, and i think 2, on the 77 at peak times
77 runs in the day between Bilston and Rocket Pool every 30 mins. Those two trips extend to Wolverhampton City Centre.
Quote from: mranon on February 26, 2015, 08:42:41 PM
i was talking to a banga driver a month or 2 ago, and he indicated that banga were buying a few nct solos. nice to see them out in fleet livery unlike another local operator.........
there's an operator in brum as well who is yet to paint the bus
Quote from: Solo1 on February 26, 2015, 10:25:19 PM
Quote from: mranon on February 26, 2015, 08:42:41 PM
i was talking to a banga driver a month or 2 ago, and he indicated that banga were buying a few nct solos. nice to see them out in fleet livery unlike another local operator.........
there's an operator in brum as well who is yet to paint the bus
@Solo1 Presuming you mean Hi-Ride...
Quote from: Alex on February 26, 2015, 10:30:39 PM
Quote from: Solo1 on February 26, 2015, 10:25:19 PM
there's an operator in brum as well who is yet to paint the bus
@Solo1 Presuming you mean Hi-Ride...
Maybe that's his new livery....
Banga X502 WRG being dragged away from Bilston Street earlier.
Not doing so well with his Darts!
the other new Banga solo https://www.flickr.com/photos/stanjack/16710237296/
Banga have aquired an all over yellow Enviro 200. Seen it on the 530 this afternoon in Queen St in Wolverhampton City Centre.
@Nathan ex Bakerbus possibly?
my mate had a look on the 530 service for the envrio hoping to get a pic & didn't see it on there unless its in a different service
saw it today all yellow enviro 200 reg no. kx58gsz flickr'd it and yes ex bakers, but the link i post below shows it at dawsons rentals. i wonder if its a purchase or a loan, as i haven't seen any breadvans out lately, and they don't seem to be running their codsall services much if at all
https://www.flickr.com/photos/20686471@N04/16364658418/in/photolist-aK8nsK-9qrdPv-5UyQ2L-qW69P5-bq4Gz3-9KC1ym-r64rL4-kvZsUL-rrSdgQ-igJWai-cmbSmL-cmbQ6m-85Ziys-bDHzAF-9KzcJV-dkv6Vi-baodHF-9DycAD-pQmV9t
Quote from: Nathan on March 18, 2015, 06:46:07 PM
Banga have aquired an all over yellow Enviro 200. Seen it on the 530 this afternoon in Queen St in Wolverhampton City Centre.
here is the envrio in bilston saw this at 13.15 today https://www.flickr.com/photos/stanjack/16263113474/
Banga with an Enviro 200? Does not compute, does not compute! *Brain has electrical malfunction, sparks and bursts into flames*
But on the bright side, it's good to see a smaller operator getting a dab hand in on newer vehicles, especially in time for DDA at the end of the year.
PD1078264/7 - RAJINDER BANGA T/A BANGA BUSES, 4 VICARAGE ROAD, ALLSAINTS, WOLVERHAMPTON, WV2 1DT
Cancellation Accepted: Operating between Wolverhampton, Queen Street and Bilston Bus Station given service number 26 effective from 19-May-2015.
PD1078264/8 - RAJINDER BANGA T/A BANGA BUSES, 4 VICARAGE ROAD, ALLSAINTS, WOLVERHAMPTON, WV2 1DT
Cancellation Accepted: Operating between Wolverhampton, Bilston Street and Rocketpool, Bilston given service number 77 effective from 19-May-2015.
Apparently they're going to take the competition on the 530 and raise it to a different route out of city!
V253JRR is another ex Nottingham solo out on the road featuring on the 530. All Mercs have been withdrawn
Banga has brought another solo ex Nottingham https://www.flickr.com/photos/stanjack/16338002753/
Quote from: the trainbasher on March 27, 2015, 02:23:31 PM
V253JRR is another ex Nottingham solo out on the road featuring on the 530. All Mercs have been withdrawn
https://www.flickr.com/photos/stanjack/16958197365/
It looks like 'X503 WRG' is now scrapped
https://www.flickr.com/photos/61188429@N06/16779535239/
Quote from: John on March 29, 2015, 02:35:42 PM
It looks like 'X503 WRG' is now scrapped
https://www.flickr.com/photos/61188429@N06/16779535239/
Photographed in service with repaired front two weeks ago
http://wmbusphotos.com/Banga/X503WRG.html
An ambitious route for S-reg Solos!
PD1078264/10 - RAJINDER BANGA T/A BANGA BUSES, 4 VICARAGE ROAD, ALLSAINTS, WOLVERHAMPTON, WV2 1DT
Registration Accepted
Starting Point: Wolverhampton bus Station
Finish Point: Telford Town Centre
Via: Albrighton, Shifnal, Stafford Park, Telford Town Centre
Service Number: 891
Service Type: Normal Stopping
Effective Date: 26-MAY-2015
Other Details: Monday to Saturday
Quote from: 646 on March 31, 2015, 02:02:36 PM
An ambitious route for S-reg Solos!
PD1078264/10 - RAJINDER BANGA T/A BANGA BUSES, 4 VICARAGE ROAD, ALLSAINTS, WOLVERHAMPTON, WV2 1DT
Registration Accepted
Starting Point: Wolverhampton bus Station
Finish Point: Telford Town Centre
Via: Albrighton, Shifnal, Stafford Park, Telford Town Centre
Service Number: 891
Service Type: Normal Stopping
Effective Date: 26-MAY-2015
Other Details: Monday to Saturday
@NXDom That language is NOT required!
Quote from: the trainbasher on March 27, 2015, 01:23:58 PM
Apparently they're going to take the competition on the 530 and raise it to a different route out of city!
that's what I was hinting at...
Quote from: 646 on March 31, 2015, 02:02:36 PM
An ambitious route for S-reg Solos!
PD1078264/10 - RAJINDER BANGA T/A BANGA BUSES, 4 VICARAGE ROAD, ALLSAINTS, WOLVERHAMPTON, WV2 1DT
Registration Accepted
Starting Point: Wolverhampton bus Station
Finish Point: Telford Town Centre
Via: Albrighton, Shifnal, Stafford Park, Telford Town Centre
Service Number: 891
Service Type: Normal Stopping
Effective Date: 26-MAY-2015
Other Details: Monday to Saturday
Good on them! :) Seems like Arriva are getting more and more competition... Over their dominant areas of operation, they've got at least Midland Classic, Central Buses, Select Bus and now Banga all having a go...
Quote from: DiamondDart on March 31, 2015, 02:40:35 PM
Good on them! :) Seems like Arriva are getting more and more competition... Over their dominant areas of operation, they've got at least Midland Classic, Central Buses, Select Bus and now Banga all having a go...
Just to say this is probably gonna be like the 82, 6 journeys all together for the day.
Quote from: NXDom on March 31, 2015, 02:51:38 PM
Just to say this is probably gonna be like the 82, 6 journeys all together for the day.
I fear you may be right... Where they seem most successful is the 530 and 545 routes where they have a loyal following I don't personally think Arriva have really been able to impact...
I'd like to see them maybe focus on building real route presence by switching from corridors that they only have 5/6 journeys per day onto routes where they can make a real impact...
Soon there'll be Select Wolves-Cannock, Banga Wolves-Telford, NX Wolves-Cannock and Stafford.
Quote from: NXDom on March 31, 2015, 02:51:38 PM
Just to say this is probably gonna be like the 82, 6 journeys all together for the day.
Banga are set to come of 26 77 so never know could be an houly service
wonder if thats what the arrival of the enviro is for? as for solo's choice used to send 2 over to kidderminster/bridgnorth daily and they coped fine.
The other Dart, X502 WRG, also seemingly now sliced?
https://www.flickr.com/photos/61188429@N06/16538905623/in/photostream/
they didnt last long did they? apparently both were very troublesome according to a driver
I'm surprised that centro let them run 5 minutes earlier than what Arriva do. Arriva won't be too happy
Quote from: Trident 4194 on April 23, 2015, 05:54:37 PM
I'm surprised that centro let them run 5 minutes earlier than what Arriva do. Arriva won't be too happy
They did the same on the 82 until the start of the year when the NX timetable change took place.
Are nbus valid to Telford? If not what are the fares?
Quote from: Trident 4194 on April 23, 2015, 06:01:33 PM
Are nbus valid to Telford? If not what are the fares?
Telford is in Shropshire so nbus isn't valid beyond Tettenhall Green
I've heard on the grapevine that banga are to stop operating the 545 and then from the buses off of there they will alter the 82 to have a full day service with 2 buses from Dudley and Wolverhampton per hour and not have any Dudley-bilston journeys.
Banga now have ex-NCT 261 (V261 DRB) and 263 (V263 DRC).
These are Banga's 5th and 6th Solos from NCT.
V263 DRC was on the 530 today; V261 DRB was not seen.
Quote from: Matt on April 29, 2015, 06:50:15 PM
Yes Tony's fleetlist says that but may be out of date, anyone seen it?
From what I've heard they have withdrawn them all
one of the new buses https://www.flickr.com/photos/stanjack/16840838113/in/dateposted-public/ taken from the road 1 question is wher are the solo buses parked that s not used as only 2 were in at vicarage rd
Quote from: Solo1 on May 09, 2015, 07:52:57 PM
one of the new buses https://www.flickr.com/photos/stanjack/16840838113/in/dateposted-public/ taken from the road 1 question is wher are the buses parked that s not used as only 2 were in at vicarage rd
Do you mean where are the breadvans? If so, probably in the drinks aisle.
Quote from: NXWM Spectra on April 27, 2015, 07:23:52 PM
V263 DRC was on the 530 today; V261 DRB was not seen.
both new buses were out today https://www.flickr.com/photos/stanjack/17119109593/in/dateposted-public/ https://www.flickr.com/photos/stanjack/17118976203/in/dateposted-public/
banga has a "new" solo mx04vme. seen in wolves bus station on the 891.
V263 DRC is also on the 891 today
Photo here:
https://m.flickr.com/#/photos/trident_4609/17503582374/
How are they doing on there against arriva
Quote from: Steveminor on May 26, 2015, 07:17:11 PM
How are they doing on there against arriva
I saw about 15 people on one departure from Wolverhampton. Arriva's buses seemed quieter in comparison.
Quote from: Ashley 60171 on May 26, 2015, 07:27:32 PM
I saw about 15 people on one departure from Wolverhampton. Arriva's buses seemed quieter in comparison.
It may be quieter between Shifnal and Telford where Arriva have registered the X92 in response to Banga's registration. The X92 is timed 5 minutes in front of Banga and is free until their registration kicks in next week
my photo of the 891
https://flic.kr/p/sFfMnM
Quote from: 3Q on May 26, 2015, 07:54:26 PM
It may be quieter between Shifnal and Telford where Arriva have registered the X92 in response to Banga's registration. The X92 is timed 5 minutes in front of Banga and is free until their registration kicks in next week
wonder if this to do with Banga been on there & the shifnal parygt to telford been busier 10. PD0000478/107 - ARRIVA MIDLANDS NORTH LTD T/A ARRIVA MIDLANDS, THURMASTON GARAGE, 4 WESTMORELAND AVENUE, THURMASTON, LEICESTER, LE4 8PH
Cancellation Accepted: Operating between Telford (town centre bus station)/Wellington (Bus Stn) and Shifnal(Victoria Rd)/Wolverhampton (Bus Station) given service number 892/891 effective from 19-Jul-2015.
Quote from: Solo1 on May 27, 2015, 03:50:46 PM
wonder if this to do with Banga been on there & the shifnal parygt to telford been busier 10. PD0000478/107 - ARRIVA MIDLANDS NORTH LTD T/A ARRIVA MIDLANDS, THURMASTON GARAGE, 4 WESTMORELAND AVENUE, THURMASTON, LEICESTER, LE4 8PH
Cancellation Accepted: Operating between Telford (town centre bus station)/Wellington (Bus Stn) and Shifnal(Victoria Rd)/Wolverhampton (Bus Station) given service number 892/891 effective from 19-Jul-2015.
Not really. Guess the replacement 8/8A service is not on the list is it?
@Cheese the 8 is on the vosa site
Quote from: the trainbasher on May 27, 2015, 05:01:54 PM
@Cheese the 8 is on the vosa site
Assumed it would be if the 891/2 cancellation was on there. Quite a few Telford changes at the same time.
One of bangas solos caught fire in monmore green today according to express and star. Anyone know which one?
Banga latest bus https://www.flickr.com/photos/stanjack/18603099385/in/dateposted-public/
PD1078264/10 - RAJINDER BANGA T/A BANGA BUSES, 4 VICARAGE ROAD, ALLSAINTS, WOLVERHAMPTON, WV2 1DT
Variation Accepted: Operating between Wolverhampton bus Station and Telford Town Centre given service number 891 effective from 18-Aug-2015. To amend Route, Stopping Places and Timetable
YF02SKOis the latest Solo here.
Is YF2SKO in service or is it been prepped for
painting
It says on their Twitter that it's in service
Quote from: Ashley 60171 on June 26, 2015, 02:37:28 PM
YF02SKOis the latest Solo here.
https://www.flickr.com/photos/stanjack/19559217318/in/dateposted-public/
Quote from: Buslover26 on July 11, 2015, 11:00:36 AM
It says on their Twitter that it's in service
BANGA HAVE TWITTER!?
Quote from: Dom on July 16, 2015, 08:12:57 PM
BANGA HAVE TWITTER!?
Follow them on @BangaBuses on there
530 is set to increase in service from 20 sept wonder if they are
Going to withdraw the 891 as arriva have axed the 530
PD1078264/10 RAJINDER BANGA T/A BANGA BUSES, 4 VICARAGE ROAD, ALLSAINTS , WOLVERHAMPTON WV2 1DT
Operating between Wolverhampton bus Station and Telford Town Centre given service number 891 effective from 27-Nov-2015. To amend Route and Timetable.
Quote from: countryliner on December 02, 2015, 03:06:24 PM
Does anyone know why Banga Buses got rid of their two MPD buses that they had - X502 WRG and X503 WRG - it seems strange as they only had them for quite a short time and they were some of the newest buses in the fleet (i believe that both of these buses have now been scrapped). Also does anyone know if KX58 GSZ (8.9m Enviro 200) has been painted in to the Banga Buses livery yet. Thank you.
No longer at banga
Quote from: countryliner on December 02, 2015, 03:21:39 PM
@RS - Thanks for the info. When did KX58 GSZ leave Banga Buses. I suppose that means that their entire fleet is now made up of Optare Solo buses (both 8.5m and 9.2m versions).
I don't know but Hansons have currently got it from Dawson's Rentals
@countryliner the two Darts have been scrapped as they proved to be very unreliable.
Another Solo has joined the fleet but I didn't get the ID from the person who told me.
Quote from: countryliner on December 02, 2015, 04:53:54 PM
@Ashley 60171 - Thanks for the info. For some reason this batch of ex Go Ahead North East MPDs seem to be very unreliable. The ones that we have at the Big Lemon - X504 WRG / X508 WRG / X551 FBB - have been extremely unreliable (all three are regularly out of use at the same time). The ones that Xelabus currently have - X512 WRG / X514 WRG - have also been very unreliable. The one that Trustybus had - X501 WRG (VJZ 3283) - was also very unreliable so they got rid of it (it has now been scrapped as well). So i am not surprised that - X502 WRG / X503 WRG - were unreliable. It is a shame though as they are very nice vehicles. It will be interesting to see their new Optare Solo though - they have quite a few vehicles - does anyone know what Banga Buses's PVR is.
They were ok when they worked. Think the PVR is between 10 and 12.
Darts were shite so got rid.
PD1078264/5 - RAJINDER BANGA T/A BANGA BUSES, 4 VICARAGE ROAD, ALLSAINTS, WOLVERHAMPTON, WV2 1DT
Variation Accepted: Operating between Wolverhampton Bus Station and Rocketpool, Humphries Crescent given service number 530 effective from 25-Nov-2015. To amend Route and Timetable.
see phto links for pic of the former arriva solo now with banga
Quote from: Solo1 on December 08, 2015, 04:09:23 PM
see phto links for pic of the former arriva solo now with banga
Its been there for a while now. Ex Arriva Midlands 2541 (IIG 3753)
Banga now has its own website www.bangabuses.co.uk
Quote from: Solo1 on December 14, 2015, 10:30:39 AM
Banga now has its own website www.bangabuses.co.uk
A good start for a website, clear and easy to follow, I like it.
Also, in the News dated 20 November 2015, an unannounced visit by VOSA checking six vehicles with no issues. Not something that some other small operators would have been able to announce in recent years!
Ex arriva 2563 YN53ELV is with Banga
The mobile site is also clear and easy to navigate. Looking very neat.
Quote from: Solo1 on December 14, 2015, 10:30:39 AM
Banga now has its own website www.bangabuses.co.uk
Its been up for a few weeks. Very good build I must say. Responsive (Something that google isnt!).
Very impressed
Former Arriva 2563 yn53elv out today on 530 see my flicr for pic
So the Banga 82 is due to leave Bilston at 8:00? Then why has it just passed me in Roseville at 8:04
I must say that the Banga Buses website is an excellent website - it is certainly one of the best bus operators websites that i have seen - i am very impressed with it. It is easy to use and contains all the information that people will need such as timetables and contact details etc. This website even has enthusiast information about their bus fleet. Banga Buses are definetly a very good bus operator.
YN03NDK is the latest Solo here. Saw it on the 530 this morning in fleet livery.
Quote from: Ashley 60171 on January 05, 2016, 06:39:23 PM
YN03NDK is the latest Solo here. Saw it on the 530 this morning in fleet livery.
former arriva Wednesfield see my flicr site for pic of that 1
Quote from: Ashley 60171 on January 05, 2016, 06:39:23 PM
YN03NDK is the latest Solo here. Saw it on the 530 this morning in fleet livery.
Saw that today and wondered if it was a new addition, looked very smart though!
Banga now has 3 ex arriva Wednesfield solos no more due as I asked one of the driver I know
Quote from: Solo1 on January 05, 2016, 09:15:28 PM
Banga now has 3 ex arriva Wednesfield solos no more due as I asked one of the driver I know
Funny they now have buses that Arriva used to compete with them on the 530! Ironically, they'd now be amongst the very newest vehicles in the Wednesfield fleet if they were still there!
I didn't think they would of sold them 3 solos to banga as they still run 891 to telford competing with arriva
Quote from: Solo1 on January 05, 2016, 10:07:06 PM
I didn't think they would of sold them 3 solos to banga as they still run 891 to telford competing with arriva
Trust me, ex Midland/D&G glad to get rid of them.
Quote from: BN on January 05, 2016, 10:08:45 PM
Trust me, ex Midland/D&G glad to get rid of them.
Presume 2550 into Wednesfield is a short term transfer? They seem quite nice though Banga's solos, especially the Nottingham ones. I'd say they ride better than V reg MPDs...
They never looked very smart/cared for when Arriva acquired Midland, but then I was really surprised when Arriva refurbished/repainted them, some of them only saw service like that for months maximum.
@Ashley 60171 @Solo1 @DiamondDart @BN - Yes Banga Buses seem to be purchasing a lot of new 8.5m Optare Solo and 9.2m Optare Solo buses recently. I presume that it is to replace their older S reg non DDA compliant Optare Solo buses.
So at the moment the Banga Buses fleet seems to currently consist of 14 vehicles which are - MX04 VNF / YN53 ELV / YN53 SVT / YN03 NDK / YF02 SKO / YT51 EBA / IIG 3753 (YJ51 XSN) / Y295 PDN / V252 JRR / V253 JRR / V258 DRB / V261 DRB / V262 DRC / V263 DRC - i hope that i have not missed out any.
Also does anyone know what has happened to - S232 EWU / S238 EWU / S239 EWU / S240 EWU / S284 AOX - have any of these buses been converted to DDA compliant or have they all been withdrawn.
Thank you.
Quote from: countryliner on January 05, 2016, 11:38:11 PM
@Ashley 60171 @Solo1 @DiamondDart @BN - Yes Banga Buses seem to be purchasing a lot of new 8.5m Optare Solo and 9.2m Optare Solo buses recently. I presume that it is to replace their older S reg non DDA compliant Optare Solo buses.
So at the moment the Banga Buses fleet seems to currently consist of 14 vehicles which are - MX04 VNF / YN53 ELV / YN53 SVT / YN03 NDK / YF02 SKO / YT51 EBA / IIG 3753 (YJ51 XSN) / Y295 PDN / V252 JRR / V253 JRR / V258 DRB / V261 DRB / V262 DRC / V263 DRC - i hope that i have not missed out any.
Also does anyone know what has happened to - S232 EWU / S238 EWU / S239 EWU / S240 EWU / S284 AOX - have any of these buses been converted to DDA compliant or have they all been withdrawn.
Thank you.
S284AOX is still in use saw it yesterday was on 530 or 545
@Solo1 - Thanks for the info. So i presume that S284 AOX has now been converted to DDA compliant so that it can continue in service. Do you know if S232 EWU / S238 EWU / S239 EWU / S240 EWU are still in service and converted to DDA compliant as well or is it just S284 AOX that has been.
Quote from: countryliner on January 06, 2016, 01:08:46 PM
@Solo1 - Thanks for the info. So i presume that S284 AOX has now been converted to DDA compliant so that it can continue in service. Do you know if S232 EWU / S238 EWU / S239 EWU / S240 EWU are still in service and converted to DDA compliant as well or is it just S284 AOX that has been.
Probably not safe to presume with Banga given that breadvans continued in use after Jan 2015's DDA wave came in.
@646 - Thanks for the info. But i believe that i have heard that each non DDA compliant vehicle is still allowed to be used in public service for a maximum of 28 days each year. So i highly doubt that Banga Buses have done anything wrong.
Quote from: countryliner on January 06, 2016, 07:37:03 PM
@646 - Thanks for the info. But i believe that i have heard that each non DDA compliant vehicle is still allowed to be used in public service for a maximum of 28 days each year. So i highly doubt that Banga Buses have done anything wrong.
You heard wrong
Vehicles over 20 years old are allowed to be used for 20 days in any year. This is solely there to allow museums and the like to operate vintage buses for shows and open days.
A 19 year old solo does not qualify
@Tony - Ok. Thanks for the info. I was not entirely sure but this was just what someone else told me.
S239EWU is withdrawn I think 232 238 240 are as I haven't seen them lately
Quote from: Tony on January 06, 2016, 07:40:43 PM
You heard wrong
Vehicles over 20 years old are allowed to be used for 20 days in any year. This is solely there to allow museums and the like to operate vintage buses for shows and open days.
A 19 year old solo does not qualify
Thanks
@Tony; however I do not see how the law benefits passengers / would further encourage use of a 19 year old Solo which is already much more appealing with its change giving facility than any other buses in the area, less Hi Ride
@Solo1 - Thanks for the info. Yes i suppose it is quite likely that these S reg Optare Solo buses have now been withdrawn especially as they have just purchased quite a few newer Optare Solo buses.
@646 - Can i ask what you mean. I dont quite fully understand your post. Thank you.
Quote from: 646 on January 06, 2016, 08:13:44 PM
Thanks @Tony; however I do not see how the law benefits passengers / would further encourage use of a 19 year old Solo which is already much more appealing with its change giving facility than any other buses in the area, less Hi Ride
I sense trolling here,
If not, the whole point of it is they are not encouraging use of a 19 year old solo. They want something newer, more economical, less CO2, more business (VAT and the likes). And DDA.
@MW - I believe that the main reason of the DDA compliance rules and regulations is so that all buses are fully accessible to disabled passengers. I do not think that it is in place to get bus operators to buy newer vehicles. For an example bus operators could still use an N reg low floor Dart if they converted it to DDA compliant (such as Sandwell Travel who have converted N227 TPK to DDA compliant).
I am not familiar with all the DDA rules, but S284 has a ramp and the other S reg's have not.
@Eric Shaw - Thanks for the info. There is quite a lot involved with the DDA compliance rules and regulations. It is much more then just being a low floor bus and having a wheelchair ramp and a wheelchair space. However i suppose that it is probably quite likely the S284 AOX has been converted to DDA compliant so that it can continue in public service where as S232 EWU / S238 EWU / S239 EWU / S240 EWU have probably been withdrawn from public service.
Quote from: countryliner on January 07, 2016, 02:37:37 AM
@MW - I believe that the main reason of the DDA compliance rules and regulations is so that all buses are fully accessible to disabled passengers. I do not think that it is in place to get bus operators to buy newer vehicles. For an example bus operators could still use an N reg low floor Dart if they converted it to DDA compliant (such as Sandwell Travel who have converted N227 TPK to DDA compliant).
No it's not there to get operators to buy new buses but its more of a push for them to do so than simply running buses into the ground until there is no value left to them or it's gotten to such a state there's no point doing anything else with it. To convert a bus to be DDA compliant it needs to be viable commercially so that it will not be done at a loss overall, for example there's no point converting a bus so that its DDA compliant if it's going to cost more than what the bus is worth, or if it's not going to have that long left in service.
@T840MAK - Yes i do see what you mean. However what i was trying to say is that the number one main reason that these DDA compliance rules and regulations have been introduced is to ensure that all buses are fully accessible to all disabled passengers who wish to use them.
http://bangabuses.co.uk/buses-removed-from-service/
Quote from: Adam 404 on January 15, 2016, 09:00:02 PM
http://bangabuses.co.uk/buses-removed-from-service/
I'm glad S238 EWU finally got removed from service. The bus was terrible, every time when the driver slows down, the bus jolts harshly - something to do with the gearbox? Glad to see the back of it!
@Adam 404 @P419 EJW - Thanks for the info. It is really nice that Banga Buses post enthusiast information about their buses on their website.
"Negotiations for another two solos are in progress."
http://bangabuses.co.uk/18012016-2/
@Adam 404 - That is interesting to hear. I wonder what length they will be (probably 8.5m or 9.2m).
JESUS CHRIST!
Banga have started to brand solos for the 530 service. It is decals that just say 530 every 12 minutes
Quote from: WN on February 02, 2016, 08:02:26 AM
JESUS CHRIST!
Banga have started to brand solos for the 530 service. It is decals that just say 530 every 12 minutes
http://bangabuses.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2016/01/04ISbB_h.jpg
http://bangabuses.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2016/01/twitter.jpg
Quote from: Adam 404 on January 29, 2016, 08:26:28 PM
"Negotiations for another two solos are in progress."
http://bangabuses.co.uk/18012016-2/
wonder where they are coming from
Quote from: WN on February 02, 2016, 08:02:26 AM
JESUS CHRIST!
Banga have started to brand solos for the 530 service. It is decals that just say 530 every 12 minutes
they have come a long way from when they started every 30 mins running just in few of twm forcing twm to withdraw the 530 & now every 12 mins with cameras
Quote from: Solo1 on February 02, 2016, 04:07:33 PM
they have come a long way from when they started every 30 mins running just in few of twm forcing twm to withdraw the 530 & now every 12 mins with cameras
And branding. They give change too!
Quote from: WN on February 02, 2016, 04:32:20 PM
And branding. They give change too!
Obviously Banga are realizing that you get out what you put in, they have come on leaps & bounds in recent years & I'm sure that their efforts are resulting in increased passenger numbers
Quote from: Winston on February 02, 2016, 04:45:28 PM
Obviously Banga are realizing that you get out what you put in, they have come on leaps & bounds in recent years & I'm sure that their efforts are resulting in increased passenger numbers
Very true. They are doing very well currently as well
They had a following with banga travel which p banga started now run by his son
The new route 530 branding on some of their Optare Solo buses looks very nice and smart. Banga Buses do seem to be a very good bus operator. They seem to be doing very well. I have always been very happy with the service every time that i have used it.
Quote from: countryliner on February 02, 2016, 06:14:15 PM
The new route 530 branding on some of their Optare Solo buses looks very nice and smart. Banga Buses do seem to be a very good bus operator. They seem to be doing very well. I have always been very happy with the service every time that i have used it.
If you think that Banga are 'a very good bus operator', then you need a reality check. Back in the past, the company was run by a different family member running a very poor company, as discussed at length previously in this thread. It certainly has improved a lot since then but they still cannot be called 'a very good bus operator'.
As for the branding, it's not the worst branding I've seen but it's far from the best. Maybe it would have been better to keep them as they were, Solos have such little room for branding to make an improvement to the bus. For a company with a relatively small fleet it would also give more flexibility to use the buses on different routes had they not been branded.
Quote from: NXWM Spectra on February 02, 2016, 06:29:28 PM
If you think that Banga are 'a very good bus operator', then you need a reality check. Back in the past, the company was run by a different family member running a very poor company, as discussed at length previously in this thread. It certainly has improved a lot since then but they still cannot be called 'a very good bus operator'.
From what Ive heard over the years on this site & in the press, they seem to be behaving themselves in recent years.
Im sure at least one other company regulary mentioned on this forum should have taken note of how Banga have conducted themselves since their problems a few years ago.
Mixed opinions on the branding tbh. Looks a bit too big for the bus that it's used on when viewed on the side.
I know everyone has their own opinions but i think that the branding looks really good. It certainly stands out and is easy to see and read. I think that it might make more passengers aware of their route 530 service. I have definetly seen Banga Buses constantly improving over the years
Quote from: countryliner on February 02, 2016, 09:15:23 PM
I know everyone has their own opinions but i think that the branding looks really good. It certainly stands out and is easy to see and read. I think that it might make more passengers aware of their route 530 service. I have definetly seen Banga Buses constantly improving over the years
It would have been useful to incorporate the places it serves in the branding, that's assuming the photo's are of the finished article?
I think the branding is a little big as well tbh & think it would have been better placed on the 891 ratger than the 530 asif it were me rrunning the same route as a competitor using a different number I'd want to make sure as many people as possible knew where the bus was going.
Social Travel had ordered branding for the 74a to be applied to the mpds but thsts not to be now & i dont see any advantage to branding the 11 as most passengers know where the 11 goes in much the same way as bangas 530 passengers know about tye bus.
Quote from: Nathan on February 02, 2016, 06:29:47 PM
Do they give change?
Also, i think the branding is a bit amatuer imo. They should have just left them as they are. The buses look smart as it is. As i say, just my opinion.
Sometimes I catch the Banga Buses on my route 545 (usually when I am in a hurry, they are quicker than NX82), the drivers do give change and they have been giving change for years.
Quote from: RS on February 02, 2016, 08:24:02 PM
Travel Express @Westy
I wouldn't compare Travel Express with Banga Buses. ::)
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I've been commuting on Banga Buses (on 545) for years and I have never encountered a nasty incident between the driver and the passenger. Some drivers are nice, kind, and have a little chat with the regulars. A particular driver on 545 always greets passengers with a 'Alright, how you doin'?' and a smile, sometimes he asks how their relatives (those he knows) are - rest assured he does greet new/non-regular passengers haha.
Quote from: Nathan on February 02, 2016, 06:29:47 PM
Do they give change?
It's like you read my mind. The million dollar question.
@countryliner do they give change?
@Winston - Yes i agree that including the places that the route serves on the branding could be a good idea. Maybe that is something that they will add in the future.
@Steveminor - I see what you mean about the branding being big but i think that it might be a good thing as it will stand out more and make more people see it. That is interesring to hear about the branding that you ordered. But i agree that it is probably not needed for the 11C as most people will probably know about that route quite well (just out of interest will you be using four buses on the 11C).
@P419 EJW - That is good to hear. I have always had really nice friendly drivers when i have used Banga Buses in the past. They certainly have very good customer service.
@MW - Yes Banga Buses do indeed give change on all of their bus services and they always have done so. Here is a list of all of the bus operators in the UK that operate an exact fare policy and do not give change.
• Arriva (Wednesfield depot only)
• Ballantyne
• Canavan Travel
• Cardiff Bus
• Clan Travel
• Claribels
• Coakley
• Dunns Coaches
• E & M Horsburgh
• Eve Coaches
• First (Scotland only)
• Garelochhead Coaches
• Hansons
• JJ Travel
• Ipswich Bus (except routes 73A / 98 / 111 / 111A / 163 / 165 / 172 / 173 / 174 / 202 / 405 / 501 / 502 / 511 / 800 / 914 / 983 / 988 / X1 / X2 / X3 / X5)
• Lothian Buses (except route 100)
• Mackenzie Bus & Coach
• Mcnairn Coaches
• National Express (Coventry & Dundee & West Midlands only)
• Newport Bus
• Nottingham City Transport (except routes 1 and 100)
• Prentice Coaches
• Reading Buses (except routes 1 / 2 / 2A / 3 / 4 / 40 / 50 / 50A / 50B / 53 / 53A / 53B / 53X / 60 / 60A / 60B / 60C / 60E / 60M / 60X / 82 / 82K / 500 / X4)
• Rotala (all Preston Bus services only except routes 1 / 12 / 12A / 13 / 13A / 68 / 75 / 80 / 112 / 113 / 114)
• Thamesdown Transport
• Wilsons Of Rhu
I hope that this helps
Quote from: MW on February 03, 2016, 02:49:36 AM
It's like you read my mind. The million dollar question.
@countryliner do they give change?
@MW & anyone else - the 'do they give change' comments stop now! They're getting repetative & annoying....... Winston
Quote from: Winston on February 03, 2016, 08:33:39 AM
@MW @Nathan & anyone else - the 'do they give change' comments stop now! They're getting repetative & annoying....... Winston
No
@Winston, that was meant to be a serious question. I'm sure they have fareboxes on their buses and that they are exact fare like the other operators in Wolverhampton. I was responding to a comment that was made further up the thread. Apologies. Should have added further detail as i agree that it looked like i was taking the mick.
@Nathan - fair enough, apologies mis-understood your comment, Winston
Transport for London doesn't give change either!!@JoNi - You were not exempt from the no more 'they give change' comments...., Winston
Public Inquiry (52046) to be held at The Public Inquiry Room, 38 George Road, Edgbaston, Birmingham, B15 1PL, on 01 March 2016 commencing at 10:30(Previous Publication:(2245)
)
PD1078264 SN
RAJINDER BANGA T/A BANGA BUSES
4 VICARAGE ROAD, ALLSAINTS , WOLVERHAMPTON WV2 1DT
PSV - S17 - Consideration of disciplinary action under Section 17 (The Public Passenger Vehicles Act 1981)
PSV - S28 - Consideration of disciplinary action under Section 28 (The Transport Act 1985)
PSV - S26 - Consideration of disciplinary action under Section 26 (The Transport Act 1985)
PSV - S155 - Consideration of a financial penalty under Section 155 of the Transport Act 2000
PSV - Sch.3 - Consideration of Transport Managers Repute under Schedule 3 (The Public Passenger Vehicles Act 1981
Quote from: Solo1 on February 05, 2016, 03:31:11 PM
Public Inquiry (52046) to be held at The Public Inquiry Room, 38 George Road, Edgbaston, Birmingham, B15 1PL, on 01 March 2016 commencing at 10:30(Previous Publication:(2245)
)
PD1078264 SN
RAJINDER BANGA T/A BANGA BUSES
4 VICARAGE ROAD, ALLSAINTS , WOLVERHAMPTON WV2 1DT
PSV - S17 - Consideration of disciplinary action under Section 17 (The Public Passenger Vehicles Act 1981)
PSV - S28 - Consideration of disciplinary action under Section 28 (The Transport Act 1985)
PSV - S26 - Consideration of disciplinary action under Section 26 (The Transport Act 1985)
PSV - S155 - Consideration of a financial penalty under Section 155 of the Transport Act 2000
PSV - Sch.3 - Consideration of Transport Managers Repute under Schedule 3 (The Public Passenger Vehicles Act 1981
DVSA have been in both Wolverhampton & Dundee monitoring the performance of all companies in both Cities including NXWM & Stagecoach, so not just picking on the small ops before someone starts
Yeah Tony but nothing happening to nx or stagecoach.
I could say disabled been monitoring all operators in Stafford & we all know one operator isn't operating to registrations. But if nothing ever gets done to a large operator but small operators keep getting called up how does it look?
Quote from: Steveminor on February 05, 2016, 06:29:33 PM
Yeah Tony but nothing happening to nx or stagecoach.
I could say disabled been monitoring all operators in Stafford & we all know one operator isn't operating to registrations. But if nothing ever gets done to a large operator but small operators keep getting called up how does it look?
So First haven't been called for PI's for poor reliability then Steve, Nor Stagecoach, of course they have and both have suffered large financial penalties and number of disc reductions.
Quote from: Steveminor on February 05, 2016, 06:29:33 PM
Yeah Tony but nothing happening to nx or stagecoach.
I could say disabled been monitoring all operators in Stafford & we all know one operator isn't operating to registrations. But if nothing ever gets done to a large operator but small operators keep getting called up how does it look?
ROTALA group Wessex were before the TC about 2 years ago over late running and failing to operate.
@Solo1 - That is interesting to hear. It will be interesting to see what happens at the public inquiry.
@Steveminor - Yes i definetly agree with you. It is very unfair how they do not do anything when the big group bus operators do anything illegal.
@Tony - I realise that they may be looking at all bus operators but unfairly they seem to be far more interested in picking on all of the small independent bus operators. The large bus operators rarely get sent to public inquiries and they almost never get their licenses revoked. You might disagree with me but i definetly think that a lot of the time they just pick on the small independent bus operators.
@fleetline6477 - Do you know what happened with them. Did they get any fines.
Going off topic, Rotala got fined:
http://www.bristolpost.co.uk/Wessex-buses-parent-firm-hit-pound-20-000-fine/story-23017752-detail/story.html
@Winston - Thank you for the link.
08:02 Banga 82 leaves Bilston Bus Station at 07:54! ITS NOT EVEN SUPPOSED TO ARRIVE UNTIL 08:00!
Quote from: WN on February 08, 2016, 07:56:46 AM
08:02 Banga 82 leaves Bilston Bus Station at 07:54! ITS NOT EVEN SUPPOSED TO ARRIVE UNTIL 08:00!
Without knowing the timetable, are you sure it wasn't the one infront?
Quote from: T840MAK on February 08, 2016, 08:24:50 AM
Without knowing the timetable, are you sure it wasn't the one infront?
The one in front was on Friday.
Quote from: T840MAK on February 08, 2016, 08:24:50 AM
Without knowing the timetable, are you sure it wasn't the one infront?
@T840MAK It's the first journey of the day dude :)
@WN @Ashley 60171 @T840MAK - That is interesting to hear. But maybe it might have just been out of service but was displaying a route number and destination by mistake. Did you see if another bus arrived at 08:02 or are you sure that this bus was definetly operating early.
Quote from: countryliner on February 08, 2016, 04:01:43 PM
@WN @Ashley 60171 @T840MAK - That is interesting to hear. But maybe it might have just been out of service but was displaying a route number and destination by mistake. Did you see if another bus arrived at 08:02 or are you sure that this bus was definetly operating early.
He must of been out of service when having passengers board and getting off!
@WN - I suppose that it could have just been a mistake. For example the driver might have been looking at the wrong timetable which is an easy mistake to make.
Quote from: countryliner on February 08, 2016, 04:20:01 PM
@WN - I suppose that it could have just been a mistake. For example the driver might have been looking at the wrong timetable which is an easy mistake to make.
Why would he be looking at the wrong timetable? Any decent operator would supply a bus driver with a running board for his specific duty. Its also alarming how he managed to arrive stupidly early too.
Quote from: WN on February 08, 2016, 03:35:30 PM
@T840MAK It's the first journey of the day dude :)
Fair enough
@WN, you know how well I know the timetables and the area ;)
Quote from: countryliner on February 08, 2016, 04:20:01 PM
@WN - I suppose that it could have just been a mistake. For example the driver might have been looking at the wrong timetable which is an easy mistake to make.
Maybe he drove down to the local shop to get some change?
Quote from: MW on February 08, 2016, 04:49:09 PM
Maybe he drove down to the local shop to get some change?
Don't be silly, according to our friend from Surrey Small operators can do no wrong?
Even not operating services at all is OK because you cannot expect them to have the contingency plans that DVSA expect them to have.
Sod the passengers.
I fell sorry for the many good small operators who do do everything right getting tarred with the same brush by some
Quote from: T840MAK on February 08, 2016, 04:48:22 PM
Why would he be looking at the wrong timetable? Any decent operator would supply a bus driver with a running board for his specific duty. Its also alarming how he managed to arrive stupidly early too.
Banga don't have running boards Tom, they have a little slip of paper (That covers the speedo most of the time) that says the dep and arr time for each location. They time it really well so they don't need to change drivers.
Quote from: WN on February 08, 2016, 06:52:39 PM
they have a little slip of paper (That covers the speedo most of the time) that says the dep and arr time for each location.
IE - a running board!
It is possible that Bilston bus station is not a registered timing point for banga in which case it wouldn't matter what time it departed. I know it's on centros timetable as a timing point however from experience centros timetables don't always match the operators.
Quote from: Steveminor on February 08, 2016, 07:03:47 PM
It is possible that Bilston bus station is not a registered timing point for banga in which case it wouldn't matter what time it departed. I know it's on centros timetable as a timing point however from experience centros timetables don't always match the operators.
That's quite a stupid comment really. It's going though a bus station, ofcourse it's going to be a timing point!
In other news I've just seen the 530 branded solo on the 545 going into Bilston
Not necessarily a timing point is what is registered with the Tc.
Yes they would have to get a time slot for the bus station but there is nothing to say this has to be a registered timing point with the Tc
Maybe he could have misread it or misjudged the times? These things do happen.
CE52 UXF is this a new solo that banga have or have they had it for sometime.
it on the 545
Quote from: 900 on February 12, 2016, 10:19:05 AM
CE52 UXF is this a new solo that banga have or have they had it for sometime.
it on the 545
new one
Bus checks results:
http://bangabuses.co.uk/19022016-2/
530 on diversion:
http://bangabuses.co.uk/roadworks-update-for-the-530-service/
One of Banga's drivers attempted to get in front of the NX 82 on wrens nest estate earlier, instead or turning right into summer road he carried on to the top of wrens nest road but failed to get in front. He got infront of my X96 then conveniently forgot to turn left when he got to the mini roundabout in laurel road and carried on along laurel road turned left at hazel road and pulled out into traffic on priory road and finally got infront of the NX bus only to get into Dudley bus station with no passengers and then parked up.......... Any point ?
Quote from: pndriver on March 08, 2016, 11:52:56 PM
One of Banga's drivers attempted to get in front of the NX 82 on wrens nest estate earlier, instead or turning right into summer road he carried on to the top of wrens nest road but failed to get in front. He got infront of my X96 then conveniently forgot to turn left when he got to the mini roundabout in laurel road and carried on along laurel road turned left at hazel road and pulled out into traffic on priory road and finally got infront of the NX bus only to get into Dudley bus station with no passengers and then parked up.......... Any point ?
And this is what gets to me when people on here try to defend
some of the smaller bus companies.
Drivers not adhering to routes, trying to get in front of other buses, it's a pity that one of the TCs men wasn't on the prowl.
If it had been an NX bus that did it, there would be outrage and claims that NX were trying to put small operators out of business.
What happened at the PI banga was at in early March
Quote from: Solo1 on March 19, 2016, 06:50:43 PM
What happened at the PI banga was at in early March
according to coach & bus live they will lose one bus for a month here is the link
http://coachandbusweek.co/
PD1078264/10 - RAJINDER BANGA T/A BANGA BUSES, 4 VICARAGE ROAD, ALLSAINTS, WOLVERHAMPTON, WV2 1DT
Variation Accepted: Operating between Wolverhampton bus Station and Telford Town Centre given service number 891 effective from 04-Jul-2016. To amend Route
Quote from: Solo1 on May 11, 2016, 04:00:30 PM
PD1078264/10 - RAJINDER BANGA T/A BANGA BUSES, 4 VICARAGE ROAD, ALLSAINTS, WOLVERHAMPTON, WV2 1DT
Variation Accepted: Operating between Wolverhampton bus Station and Telford Town Centre given service number 891 effective from 04-Jul-2016. To amend Route
Looks like the loops round the estates in Albrighton are being removed, registration is not overly clear!
Quote from: Cheese on May 20, 2016, 10:29:17 AM
Looks like the loops round the estates in Albrighton are being removed, registration is not overly clear!
It is yes
Quote from: Solo1 on May 11, 2016, 04:00:30 PM
PD1078264/10 - RAJINDER BANGA T/A BANGA BUSES, 4 VICARAGE ROAD, ALLSAINTS, WOLVERHAMPTON, WV2 1DT
Variation Accepted: Operating between Wolverhampton bus Station and Telford Town Centre given service number 891 effective from 04-Jul-2016. To amend Route
The date has been put back by looks of it...
PD1078264/10 - RAJINDER BANGA T/A BANGA BUSES, 4 VICARAGE ROAD, ALLSAINTS, WOLVERHAMPTON, WV2 1DT
Variation Accepted by SN: Operating between Wolverhampton bus Station and Telford Town Centre given service number 891 effective from 25-Jul-2016. To amend Timetable.
Wonder if the date put back is due to arriva coming back onto
the Telford service 8
Are Arriva Coming back onto the 8
Banga have started to put ads on side of their buses I've seen 3 of them see photo link for pic of 1
9 of the banga fleet have adverts on the side is there any more of the fleet done
Where is the branded solo for the 530 I haven't seen for quite a bit it's the 03 reg'd one
Quote from: Solo1 on March 08, 2017, 09:37:50 AM
Where is the branded solo for the 530 I haven't seen for quite a bit it's the 03 reg'd one
Try the 891
According to TfWM Documents online, Banga are going to be going Real Time...
82 is cancelled and a new service will be the 892. Variations for other services have been registered too.
PD1078264/9 Cancelled
RAJINDER BANGA
Route: Tower Street, Wolverhampton to Dudley Bus Station
Service number: 82
Service type: Normal Stopping
Effective date: 03 Oct 2017
PD1078264/11 Registered
RAJINDER BANGA
Route: Telford Bus Station to Telford Bus Station
Service number: 892
Service type: Normal Stopping
Effective date: 03 Oct 2017
PD1078264/10 Registered
RAJINDER BANGA
Route: Wolverhampton bus Station to Telford Town Centre via Albrighton, Shifnal, Stafford Park, Telford Town Centre
Service number: 891
Service type: Normal Stopping
Effective date: 03 Oct 2017
PD1078264/4 Registered
RAJINDER BANGA
Route: Wolverhampton Tower Street to Bilston Bus Station
Service number: 545
Service type: Normal Stopping
Effective date: 03 Oct 2017
YX60 DXF, a Enterprise Plasma/Plaxton Primo 2, is a new addition to the fleet. It was on the 530 today repainted into Banga's livery. It was last with People Movers of Tamworth.
Credit to
@900 for the sighting.
Quote from: Nathan on August 30, 2017, 08:41:52 PM
YX60 DXF, a Enterprise Plasma/Plaxton Primo 2, is a new addition to the fleet. It was on the 530 today repainted into Banga's livery. It was last with People Movers of Tamworth.
Credit to @900 for the sighting.
Must be the one I saw in the industrial estate in Coseley on the train last week
any news on there 2nd primo as ive hear they have 2 now
PD1078264/11 Cancelled
RAJINDER BANGA
Route: Telford Bus Station to Telford Bus Station
Service number: 892
Service type: Normal Stopping
Effective date: 26 Feb 2018
PD1078264/10 Registered
RAJINDER BANGA
Route: Wolverhampton bus Station to Telford Town Centre via Albrighton, Shifnal, Stafford Park, Telford Town Centre
Service number: 891
Service type: Normal Stopping
Effective date: 26 Feb 2018
PD1078264/4 Registered
RAJINDER BANGA
Route: Wolverhampton Tower Street to Bilston Bus Station
Service number: 545
Service type: Normal Stopping
Effective date: 26 Feb 2018
Where do you get this from?
Quote from: Kevin2017 on January 05, 2018, 05:53:17 PM
Where do you get this from?
DVSA website.
https://www.vehicle-operator-licensing.service.gov.uk/search/find-registered-local-bus-services/browse/results/?fields%5Bstatus%5D=&fields%5BacceptedDate%5D=2018-1-5&fields%5BtrafficAreas%5D%5B0%5D=D&security=bcecd0593bea51130c69633083c31668-092c8acc23ce67c179329045dae78fe5&form-actions%5Bsubmit%5D=
One of their Solo's on the 545 was apparently heading to 'Bilsdon' earlier... :o
Last Saturday I had a spin on the Primo DXF.
Absolutely lovely bus compared to when it was at People Movers so that's proof Mr Banga does look after his buses.
unusual bus on 891 today primo running pic on flicr
The driver of V258 DRE on the 530 is wearing a National Express shirt, not sure if that's allowed at all?
What's nx going to do to the driver sack him??
If he's an ex Nx driver, he should have handed it in when he left!
Quote from: Westy on June 29, 2018, 04:45:08 PM
If he's an ex Nx driver, he should have handed it in when he left!
They don't ask for it back. They're sacking that many people. I've still got mine somewhere.
Quote from: MW on June 29, 2018, 05:14:38 PM
They don't ask for it back. They're sacking that many people. I've still got mine somewhere.
They might be sacking lots of people but the people replacing them aren't exactly top quality either!!
And a diamond driver used to wear a nx fleece for a while
Funnily enough, I saw a delivery driver at our place wearing an Nx fleece a few months back!
Quote from: Steveminor on June 29, 2018, 04:10:56 PM
What's nx going to do to the driver sack him??
I know NXWM can't do anything, but it could perhaps be confusing to customers, plus if it's a TfWM subsidised route, they might not like it either.
TfWM contracts say about bus not being in another operators livery nothing about driver must not be another operators uniform.
Quote from: Steveminor on June 29, 2018, 07:04:45 PM
TfWM contracts say about bus not being in another operators livery nothing about driver must not be another operators uniform.
I presume you haven't read what your operator needs to do then.
3.3 All drivers must be provided with an appropriate uniform and operators shall use reasonable endeavours to make sure it is worn on duty and maintained in a clean and tidy condition to promote a professional appearance.
Banga's Primo YX60 DXF is on the 530 this morning, usually allocated to the 891.
Quote from: StourValley98 on February 27, 2019, 09:00:15 AM
Banga's Primo YX60 DXF is on the 530 this morning, usually allocated to the 891.
it can often be found working 530's. I haven't seen it on the 545 though.
Quote from: NXWMFAN1105 on February 27, 2019, 04:11:54 PM
it can often be found working 530's. I haven't seen it on the 545 though.
I commute to Wolverhampton and back most days involving changing at Bilston, and I've only seen Solos on there, never seen the Primo on either of those routes.
Quote from: StourValley98 on February 27, 2019, 06:26:41 PM
I commute to Wolverhampton and back most days involving changing at Bilston, and I've only seen Solos on there, never seen the Primo on either of those routes.
I have seen it on the 530 a few times but it does sometimes do the 891. Usually the 891 is solo's too.
According to VOSA, Banga have registered a 52 between Wolverhampton Bus Station and Coseley and also have won the 53 between Wolves and Rocketpool from igo i believe.
Was Banga always on the TFWM list of operators that they preferred for tendered services, as I don't remember them winning any tenders in the past, only introducing commercial routes?
im sure ive seen the primo terminate outside the moon under water pub in Lichfield street, then the driver has swapped the blinds and gone onto the 530, so maybe there is some interworking?
Quote from: mranon on March 02, 2019, 12:56:28 PM
im sure ive seen the primo terminate outside the moon under water pub in Lichfield street, then the driver has swapped the blinds and gone onto the 530, so maybe there is some interworking?
Is this on the 891?
Wonder if the 2 new buses the 05&55 reg along with the promo will be used on the new contracts. Or are they withdrawing some buses & getting some more
one of the v-drc solos was on ebay. as for vehicles on new tenders, it would depend on the contract but would imagine they need euro 5 rated buses minimum.
Quote from: mranon on March 03, 2019, 06:00:19 AM
one of the v-drc solos was on ebay. as for vehicles on new tenders, it would depend on the contract but would imagine they need euro 5 rated buses minimum.
There were two listed on ebay V261 DRB and V263 DRC.
Wonder who brought the 2 solos if they were sold
Quote from: Solo1 on March 03, 2019, 10:21:33 AM
Wonder who brought the 2 solos if they were sold
Possibly bus prservationists as they were almost 20 years old and i don't think you can use a bus in regular service if it's 20 years+ old.
Banga still got a lot of other v reg buses in service & another small operator has x& y reg out along with a T reg
Quote from: Solo1 on March 03, 2019, 01:52:19 PM
Banga still got a lot of other v reg buses in service & another small operator has x& y reg out along with a T reg
Yes i've been on most of their solos and really like the v reg ones with bench seats. Personally, i prefer older buses as i think they've got more character than the newer ones.
As long as they're DDA and DIPTAC compliant then surely age doesn't matter.
Quote from: the trainbasher on March 03, 2019, 03:12:43 PM
As long as they're DDA and DIPTAC compliant then surely age doesn't matter.
I read somewhere that buses that are 20 years or older can only be used for 20 days per year. This is to allow for preservation groups e.t.c to use their vehicle for rallies and other events.
Quote from: NXWMFAN1105 on March 03, 2019, 03:52:40 PM
I read somewhere that buses that are 20 years or older can only be used for 20 days per year. This is to allow for preservation groups e.t.c to use their vehicle for rallies and other events.
Do you mean buses that are not DDA compliant can only be used for 20 days a year?
Quote from: 2206 on March 03, 2019, 03:59:56 PM
I think you mean buses that are not DDA compliant can only be used for 20 days a year?
That might be it yes. I can't remember where i read it but do remember seeing something.
Quote from: NXWMFAN1105 on March 03, 2019, 03:52:40 PM
I read somewhere that buses that are 20 years or older can only be used for 20 days per year. This is to allow for preservation groups e.t.c to use their vehicle for rallies and other events.
But there are still ways of getting around this I believe. Registering a bus as a coach does this, and allows Clearway in Bromsgrove to use their now approaching 21 year old minibus in regular service. Also, Cumbria Classic Coaches use their 27 year old Leyland Olympian on heritage routes
Quote from: Dylanbusboy45 on March 03, 2019, 04:21:34 PM
But there are still ways of getting around this I believe. Registering a bus as a coach does this, and allows Clearway in Bromsgrove to use their now approaching 21 year old minibus in regular service. Also, Cumbria Classic Coaches use their 27 year old Leyland Olympian on heritage routes
The DDA deadline for coaches is less than a year away I believe, so that loophole will soon close
Also you are not permitted to use coaches on stage carriage work in TfWM area.
Surely TfWM cannot legally alter the law of the land?
Quote from: mikestone on March 05, 2019, 10:33:48 AM
Surely TfWM cannot legally alter the law of the land?
They aren't. If they as a tendering authority wish to impose their own standards above what the law prescribes they are perfectly entitled too.
They would be breaking the law if for example they allowed non -DDA buses to operate stage carriage services as they are no longer allowed to be used.
Quote from: D10 on March 05, 2019, 08:54:52 PM
They aren't. If they as a tendering authority wish to impose their own standards above what the law prescribes they are perfectly entitled too.
They would be breaking the law if for example they allowed non -DDA buses to operate stage carriage services as they are no longer allowed to be used.
And AQPS rules are enforcable by DVSA/the TC, not TfWM, although TfWM set them meaning anyone ignoring them can face punishment
Primo YX60DXF making an unusual appearance on the 545 today.
Banga have aquired a number of (4 at least apparently) E200's. One of them being YX60 FUE which has recieved fleet livery.
Quote from: Nathan on April 11, 2019, 03:09:02 PM
Banga have aquired a number of (4 at least apparently) E200's. One of them being YX60 FUE which has recieved fleet livery.
I'm guessing these are for the 52/53 tenders?
Quote from: NXWMFAN1105 on April 11, 2019, 04:19:16 PM
I'm guessing these are for the 52/53 tenders?
Most of the latest TfWM tenders need to be Euro 6, if they are for those I assume they'll have time to upgrade them though.
It looks as though some of the replacement Igo tenders have a bit more flexibility due to short notice replacements needing to being found.
Quote from: Winston on April 11, 2019, 04:28:02 PM
Most of the latest TfWM tenders need to be Euro 6, if they are for those I assume they'll have time to upgrade them though.
It looks as though some of the replacement Igo tenders have a bit more flexibility due to short notice replacements needing to being found.
Think NX were given 6 months to upgrade the buses for the PN28.
YX60 FUF is the latest enviro 200 painted into fleet livery.
MX10 KNO is the latest enviro 200 added to the fleet and is painted in Banga livery.
Just seen an E200 on the 891
does anyone know how many E200s there are now
Quote from: Ashley 60171 on July 16, 2019, 06:25:12 PM
Just seen an E200 on the 891
MX10 KNO is on there most days so not unusual to see an enviro on it.
Quote from: cris 99 on July 16, 2019, 07:04:56 PM
does anyone know how many E200s there are now
There's 4 now. They have 2x 60 plates, a 10 plate and a 61 plate.
Quote from: cris 99 on July 16, 2019, 07:04:56 PM
does anyone know how many E200s there are now
4 so far MX10KNO YX61BXF YX60FUF/E. 2 on 52/53 60 reg. 10reg on ,891 61 reg on 530
Quote from: Solo1 on July 16, 2019, 07:47:05 PM
4 so far MX10KNO YX61BXF YX60FUF/E. 2 on 52/53 60 reg. 10reg on ,891 61 reg on 530
BXF was on the 891 yesterday...
Guess some of the older solo's will be withdrawn soon
checked on dvla tax check this morning V252JRR / V258DRB / V261DRB / V263DRC are now sorn YF02SKO tax expired 1st july hasnt been renewed
YN03NDK is also untaxed from 1st july
I haven't seen YF02 SKO out for a while as it used to be the regular solo on the 891. Also, YJ05 XNS hasn't been out on the 891 for weeks either.
Quote from: cris 99 on July 17, 2019, 08:16:55 AM
checked on dvla tax check this morning V252JRR / V258DRB / V261DRB / V263DRC are now sorn YF02SKO tax expired 1st july hasnt been renewed
V261DRB and V263DRC were both listed on ebay earlier this year so presume withdrawn and sold.
Quote from: NXWMFAN1105 on July 17, 2019, 08:45:36 AM
I haven't seen YF02 SKO out for a while as it used to be the regular solo on the 891. Also, YJ05 XNS hasn't been out on the 891 for weeks either.
YJ05XNS. might be on 530/545
YJ05XNS is also coming up untaxed from 1st july but not sorn so may be off the road
Quote from: cris 99 on July 17, 2019, 09:54:27 AM
YJ05XNS is also coming up untaxed from 1st july but not sorn so may be off the road
they haven't had that one long
Quote from: Solo1 on July 17, 2019, 09:48:31 AM
YJ05XNS. might be on 530/545
Could be although I didn't see it out on either of those routes the other week. Haven't seen YJ55 BHY out at all since it was acquired.
Quote from: NXWMFAN1105 on July 17, 2019, 11:35:33 AM
Could be although I didn't see it out on either of those routes the other week. Haven't seen YJ55 BHY out at all since it was acquired.
jy55bhy. Has been out pic on Flickr of it
Quote from: Solo1 on July 17, 2019, 12:04:09 PM
jy55bhy. Has been out pic on Flickr of it
Yes, I saw that pic but haven't seen it out regularly unless it acts as a spare?
Quote from: NXWMFAN1105 on July 17, 2019, 02:33:25 PM
Yes, I saw that pic but haven't seen it out regularly unless it acts as a spare?
It's on the 53. Passed it at Bentley Bridge Retail Park 5 minutes ago.
Quote from: NXWMFAN1105 on July 17, 2019, 08:45:36 AM
I haven't seen YF02 SKO out for a while as it used to be the regular solo on the 891. Also, YJ05 XNS hasn't been out on the 891 for weeks either.
yf02SKO on one of Bilston services
Quote from: Solo1 on July 19, 2019, 03:17:32 PM
yf02SKO on one of Bilston services
I thought it would have been.
A new timetable commenced this week on the 891 which sees the Saturday service withdrawn for a second time. This leaves Cosford, Albrighton, Kingswood and Wergs with no buses on a Saturday at all.
Quote from: NXWMFAN1105 on August 03, 2019, 03:33:01 PM
A new timetable commenced this week on the 891 which sees the Saturday service withdrawn for a second time. This leaves Cosford, Albrighton, Kingswood and Wergs with no buses on a Saturday at all.
The service always seemed relatively busy on a Saturday when I used it - wonder why they're withdrawing it now...
Quote from: nathanielrwi on August 05, 2019, 01:33:32 AM
The service always seemed relatively busy on a Saturday when I used it - wonder why they're withdrawing it now...
if it's busy can't see why axe it could of reduced service to say 3 round trips say 10. 1 & 4 from wolves
Quote from: nathanielrwi on August 05, 2019, 01:33:32 AM
The service always seemed relatively busy on a Saturday when I used it - wonder why they're withdrawing it now...
The service wasn't making any money. Most of the passenger's were concessionary pass holders. The service was run commercially as well so received no subsidy from the local authorities.
Quote from: NXWMFAN1105 on August 05, 2019, 09:08:21 AM
The service wasn't making any money. Most of the passenger's were concessionary pass holders. The service was run commercially as well so received no subsidy from the local authorities.
could it ask for subsidy as no bus so if you need that bus for work your stuck on Saturday
Quote from: Solo1 on August 05, 2019, 09:51:33 AM
could it ask for subsidy as no bus so if you need that bus for work your stuck on Saturday
I don't know if they did. But I doubt that Shropshire council would subsidise them as they wanted to scrap quite a few routes to lower their budget.
So if u want to get to Telford train on Saturday but some places no bus
Quote from: Solo1 on August 05, 2019, 10:25:34 AM
So if u want to get to Telford train on Saturday but some places no bus
The only places on the route that have no train or bus on a Saturday are Kingswood, Wrottesley Park and Wergs. So yes, you would have to use the train to Telford.
I've only ever done small sections of the route so not sure if many people used the route from Wolves through to Telford?
Quote from: nathanielrwi on August 05, 2019, 09:07:53 PM
I've only ever done small sections of the route so not sure if many people used the route from Wolves through to Telford?
Yeah, quite a few do.
More trains now between wolves and telford don't help either
Would of thought more people would of used it on Saturday as. School college shut others not at work on Saturday
Quote from: Solo1 on August 06, 2019, 11:52:18 AM
Would of thought more people would of used it on Saturday as. School college shut others not at work on Saturday
Most people use the train.
But the fact the family car is on the drive rather than in the office car park is probably what does most damage to Saturday loadings.
YX61 BYC is the latest enviro to join the fleet. Painted in fleet livery.
Anyone know if Banga have bid for any new tenders?
Quote from: nathanielrwi on August 07, 2019, 06:14:13 PM
Anyone know if Banga have bid for any new tenders?
Not that I've heard of.
YX60FUE made an appearance on the 891 yesterday, usually found on 52/53.
Quote from: NXWMFAN1105 on August 07, 2019, 12:39:49 PM
YX61 BYC is the latest enviro to join the fleet. Painted in fleet livery.
now out in service see photo links
Quote from: Solo1 on August 09, 2019, 08:37:31 PM
now out in service see photo links
Yes, saw it. Wonder if it'll stay on 52/53
Ex Phil Anslow coaches of Varteg Hill, Pontypool YJ60 LTZ is the latest solo to join the Banga fleet. Spotted on the 891 today with all over white livery. This is the third vehicle Banga have acquired from Phil Anslow.
Quote from: NXWMFAN1105 on October 09, 2019, 02:55:36 PM
Ex Phil Anslow coaches of Varteg Hill, Pontypool YJ60 LTZ is the latest solo to join the Banga fleet. Spotted on the 891 today with all over white livery. This is the third vehicle Banga have acquired from Phil Anslow.
I was sent a pic in the week of similar YJ60LTV (ex Hatch Green Coaches of Somerset) working the 891.
Quote from: Ashley 60171 on October 10, 2019, 10:54:14 AM
I was sent a pic in the week of similar YJ60LTV (ex Hatch Green Coaches of Somerset) working the 891.
It could have been that one unless they've acquired two?
Banga have had two ex Hatch Green Coaches Solo's.
M880 YJ60 LTV as mentioned, the other is M780 YJ10 LZX.
Graysons have 6 Euro 6 conversion kits for Banga E200s, identical to the ones NX have used
Banga have reintroduced the Saturday service on the 891 for the 3rd time!!!
http://bangabuses.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2015/09/website-for-891-new-timetable.pdf
Quote from: BusMan Greg on November 16, 2019, 08:21:44 PM
Banga have reintroduced the Saturday service on the 891 for the 3rd time!!!
http://bangabuses.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2015/09/website-for-891-new-timetable.pdf
It was only removed a few months ago!
Quote from: Tony on October 24, 2019, 09:52:58 PM
Graysons have 6 Euro 6 conversion kits for Banga E200s, identical to the ones NX have used
god help them if they affect the vehicles the same way
Quote from: BusMan Greg on November 16, 2019, 08:21:44 PM
Banga have reintroduced the Saturday service on the 891 for the 3rd time!!!
http://bangabuses.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2015/09/website-for-891-new-timetable.pdf
I've a feeling this may be because of the WMR strikes but lets hope they keep our Saturday service this time!
Why don't banga make the 891 Saturday service seasonal?
Quote from: BusMan Greg on November 17, 2019, 11:04:19 AM
Why don't banga make the 891 Saturday service seasonal?
It doesn't need to be seasonal. It carried the same amount of people during winter and summer months. I wouldn't be surprised if they withdrew the Saturday service for a third time in the future.
YX60 FUF making an appearance on the 891 today, usually allocated to the 52/53.
I have updated the Banga fleetlist on the main site
Anyone know of anything I have missed?
http://wmbusphotos.com/Banga/fleetlist.html
The two with ? in the withdrawn column had RFL expire yesterday, so are unlicensed today, but may mot be withdrawn
YX61BXF & YX61BYB are missing
Quote from: Tony on January 01, 2020, 02:53:34 PM
I have updated the Banga fleetlist on the main site
Anyone know of anything I have missed?
http://wmbusphotos.com/Banga/fleetlist.html
The two with ? in the withdrawn column had RFL expire yesterday, so are unlicensed today, but may mot be withdrawn
YF02 SKO is still in service as I was on it the other day, YJ60 LTZ isn't at Banga only YJ60 LTV. There is also the new ex igo solo YD63 UZY that isn't on there. YN03 NDK I haven't seen for ages so I think it has been withdrawn.
Quote from: NXWMFAN1105 on January 01, 2020, 08:38:15 PM
YF02 SKO is still in service as I was on it the other day, YJ60 LTZ isn't at Banga only YJ60 LTV. There is also the new ex igo solo YD63 UZY that isn't on there. YN03 NDK I haven't seen for ages so I think it has been withdrawn.
Thanks for the ammendments. As I put YF02 SKO's tax expired and is currently unlicensed
Quote from: NXWMFAN1105 on January 01, 2020, 08:38:15 PM
YF02 SKO is still in service as I was on it the other day, YJ60 LTZ isn't at Banga only YJ60 LTV. There is also the new ex igo solo YD63 UZY that isn't on there. YN03 NDK I haven't seen for ages so I think it has been withdrawn.
It was yourself that reported LTZ as being at Banga?
@NXWMFAN1105Quote from: NXWMFAN1105 on October 09, 2019, 02:55:36 PM
Ex Phil Anslow coaches of Varteg Hill, Pontypool YJ60 LTZ is the latest solo to join the Banga fleet. Spotted on the 891 today with all over white livery. This is the third vehicle Banga have acquired from Phil Anslow.
Quote from: Tony on January 02, 2020, 08:23:56 PM
It was yourself that reported LTZ as being at Banga? @NXWMFAN1105
I misread the registration and was corrected.
YJ10 LZX (previously all over white) has now been painted into fleet livery and is back on the 891.
Optare Solo SR YD63 UZY now in service on the 891. Really nice bus, smooth and comfortable!
Quote from: NXWMFAN1105 on February 04, 2020, 04:45:38 PM
Optare Solo SR YD63 UZY now in service on the 891. Really nice bus, smooth and comfortable!
It's been in service since mid last week at least
Quote from: Nathan on February 04, 2020, 05:56:40 PM
It's been in service since mid last week at least
Yes, been out since last week on the 891.
Quote from: NXWMFAN1105 on February 04, 2020, 04:45:38 PM
Optare Solo SR YD63 UZY now in service on the 891. Really nice bus, smooth and comfortable!
pic on photo links + Flickr of it
Quote from: Solo1 on February 04, 2020, 11:16:53 PM
pic on photo links + Flickr of it
If you're going to do a shameless plug, at least put the link in here...
On another note. YJ60 LTV will presumably be the next repaint. LZX was recently repainted into fleet livery
Quote from: Nathan on February 04, 2020, 11:20:39 PM
If you're going to do a shameless plug, at least put the link in here
The solo sr https://flic.kr/p/2inj7zh
Quote from: Nathan on February 04, 2020, 11:20:39 PM
If you're going to do a shameless plug, at least put the link in here...
On another note. YJ60 LTV will presumably be the next repaint. LZX was recently repainted into fleet livery
Perhaps not as both solos were resprayed recently by the previous owner before Banga acquired them, so they're going to keep them white until they need resprayed.
Banga are now tracking on bustimes.org
Banga have new ticketer machines, hence why they've started tracking on bustimes.org
YF02SKO has had it's BrightTech blinds removed and replaced with a Hanover.
A post on Facebook says banga bus are having vaults fitted
Quote from: Solo1 on May 22, 2020, 07:52:45 PM
A post on Facebook says banga bus are having vaults fitted
must be true it's on Facebook 😂
Quote from: Solo1 on May 22, 2020, 07:52:45 PM
A post on Facebook says banga bus are having vaults fitted
There's been assault screens fitted also.
This is the post on Facebook that I've copied from Banga Buses have now started to use cash vaults on the solo's + enviro's
A very prudent measure
Quote from: Solo1 on May 22, 2020, 08:32:46 PM
This is the post on Facebook that I've copied from Banga Buses have now started to use cash vaults on the solo's + enviro's
They'll be going down the exact fare route. It'll be to minimise the amount of cash drivers are handling, and encourage contactless payment.
Most uk bus operators have now gone down the exact fare route so I guess having the vaults for Banga would reduce the confrontation with passengers wanting their change.
Who'd have thought everyone copying nxwm & Claribels policy of no change
Quote from: Steveminor on May 22, 2020, 09:16:40 PM
Most uk bus operators have now gone down the exact fare route so I guess having the vaults for Banga would reduce the confrontation with passengers wanting their change.
Who'd have thought everyone copying nxwm & Claribels policy of no change
Can anyone name any vault manufacturers please?
Quote from: BusMan Greg on May 22, 2020, 09:26:31 PM
Can anyone name any vault manufacturers please?
Autofare I think is one. If you're looking to purchase one, ebay is your best bet. They sell for about £100-£200 second hand.
Quote from: Steveminor on May 22, 2020, 09:16:40 PM
Most uk bus operators have now gone down the exact fare route so I guess having the vaults for Banga would reduce the confrontation with passengers wanting their change.
Who'd have thought everyone copying nxwm & Claribels policy of no change
I use Banga often and I've never come across any confrontation over change. When Banga started on the 530, one of their tactics to win customers from TWM & Arriva was their change giving policy. Now that they've had the route to themselves for years and built up a loyal customer base, it makes sense now to implement the exact fare policy. Anyway, their fares in Wolverhampton are simple enough (£2.10 for an adult single or £3 for a 530 day return) so I can't see any problems there. However, the 891 fares are a bit more complex so i'm a bit unsure about whether this will cause problems on that route.
Quote from: BusMan Greg on May 22, 2020, 09:26:31 PM
Can anyone name any vault manufacturers please?
Fabtech
Quote from: Steveminor on May 22, 2020, 08:34:52 PM
A very prudent measure
how many wm bus firms have vaults fitted I make it 4 I could be wrong Hanson's had them but taken out when DiamondBus brought them
Quote from: Solo1 on May 23, 2020, 10:10:43 AM
how many wm bus firms have vaults fitted I make it 4 I could be wrong Hanson's had them but taken out when DiamondBus brought them
Claribels, NX, Travel Express & now Banga so yes, there's 4.
Would of thought more would of had vaults fitted with covid 19 save hangling money till get back to depot
Quote from: Solo1 on May 23, 2020, 11:27:26 AM
Would of thought more would of had vaults fitted with covid 19 save hangling money till get back to depot
There's a lot more to it than just placing a vault on a bus. It took a skilled body man a week or so to fit them in 729/730
Quote from: Solo1 on May 23, 2020, 11:27:26 AM
Would of thought more would of had vaults fitted with covid 19 save hangling money till get back to depot
Quote from: Tony on May 23, 2020, 11:36:19 AM
There's a lot more to it than just placing a vault on a bus. It took a skilled body man a week or so to fit them in 729/730
They've got to be wired to the bus power supply and connected to the ticket machine.
Quote from: Pat on May 23, 2020, 11:46:44 AM
They've got to be wired to the bus power supply and connected to the ticket machine.
and fitted in a place where they are not going to restrict the legal width for wheelchair access, and be not a dager to anyone who might fall when the bus brakes and could bang their head
Quote from: Tony on May 23, 2020, 11:55:12 AM
and fitted in a place where they are not going to restrict the legal width for wheelchair access, and be not a dager to anyone who might fall when the bus brakes and could bang their head
Hansons had the vaults installed out of the way behind the cab door on the darts. That said though, First Aberdeen have theirs placed extremely awkwardly in-front of the card reader, making it difficult to scan your pass. Very poor design there!
New timetables commencing on 1st June. They show the 530 as terminating at the bus station now. I think that may be a typo error as it shows every journey bar the subsidised one in the early morning, which usually terminated at the bus station now terminating on Bilston Street, terminating at the bus station.
Quote from: Pat on May 30, 2020, 05:47:17 PM
New timetables commencing on 1st June. They show the 530 as terminating at the bus station now. I think that may be a typo error as it shows every journey bar the subsidised one in the early morning, which usually terminated at the bus station now terminating on Bilston Street, terminating at the bus station.
Can you put a link to the new timetable please
Quote from: BH2004 on May 30, 2020, 06:10:56 PM
Can you put a link to the new timetable please
Yes, here you go
http://bangabuses.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2015/09/530-NEW-MAY-2020.pdf
Quote from: Pat on May 30, 2020, 06:25:10 PM
Yes, here you go
http://bangabuses.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2015/09/530-NEW-MAY-2020.pdf
Thank you
There was a Banga bus looking worse for wear in Bilston Bus Station this morning. Had various tools surrounding it. Roughly about 10.30am, was passing the bus station on the road next to it so couldn't see which one it was.
Quote from: ellspurs on June 02, 2020, 07:12:30 PM
There was a Banga bus looking worse for wear in Bilston Bus Station this morning. Had various tools surrounding it. Roughly about 10.30am, was passing the bus station on the road next to it so couldn't see which one it was.
Was it a solo by any chance? Could likely have been YN03NDK if it was, as that has a problem where the air pressure sometimes builds too high.
As we start to see buses that have been dormant for over 2 months we're bound to see some teething problems as they get run in.
Quote from: Steveminor on June 02, 2020, 08:32:48 PM
As we start to see buses that have been dormant for over 2 months we're bound to see some teething problems as they get run in.
This isn't such a problem for Banga, as pretty much every vehicle in the fleet has been out in service since the pandemic began. It seems like they're rotating vehicles round so they don't sit in the depot for lengthy periods and develop faults etc.
The 52 has now started to track on bustimes.org.
Quote from: Pat on June 29, 2020, 12:07:56 PM
The 52 has now started to track on bustimes.org.
So has the 891
Quote from: BusMan Greg on June 29, 2020, 12:39:43 PM
So has the 891
53, 530, 545 & 891 have been tracking since Banga had the new ticketer machines. The 891 disappeared for a while but has now returned.
3 new enviros have joined the fleet:
MX12CFE
MX12CFJ
MX12JXC
YX61BYC was off the road since March until June came back in limp mode and a spooling turbo
Others were fine
Full service has resumed today, looking at things. Both MX10 KNO & YD63 UZY back on the road.
3 months on and still not in service🤔 seems strange
Quote from: Jakemat10 on October 30, 2020, 09:20:28 AM
3 months on and still not in service🤔 seems strange
What's still not in service? Banga have been operating a full timetable since July and have operated a reduced service throughout lockdown.
The 3 enviros that they was supposed to have had
Quote from: Jakemat10 on October 30, 2020, 11:26:40 AM
The 3 enviros that they was supposed to have had
I have seen one doing the stourbridge junction to town peak runnings to help the little train.
Seen them on the 53 and 530
That would be
YX61BXF
YX60FUF
YX60FUE
YX61BYB
MX10KNO
YX61BYC
They've had these for over a year
Quote from: Jakemat10 on October 30, 2020, 11:26:40 AM
The 3 enviros that they was supposed to have had
Not going to be in service until next year, as they want to use the 3 older solos as much as possible (YF02SKO, CE52UXF & YN03NDK) before the Euro 6 restrictions come into place next year.
Quote from: Jakemat10 on October 30, 2020, 12:10:14 PM
That would be
YX61BXF
YX60FUF
YX60FUE
YX61BYB
MX10KNO
YX61BYC
They've had these for over a year
MX10KNO has been doing this contract.
They still have plenty of life left in them banga look after there buses on the mechanical side of things.
Where did you get the info if you don't mind me asking?
Quote from: Jakemat10 on October 30, 2020, 12:38:35 PM
They still have plenty of life left in them banga look after there buses on the mechanical side of things.
Where did you get the info if you don't mind me asking?
Whilst they may have plenty of life left in them, they can't be used without being upgraded to meet the euro 6 standards that come into force in Wolverhampton next year, which is what I said in my original post. Where I get my info from is irrelevant. The fact still remains that the new enviros won't see the road until next year.
Quote from: SL 16 YPN on October 30, 2020, 11:56:38 AM
I have seen one doing the stourbridge junction to town peak runnings to help the little train.
Seen them on the 53 and 530
The Stourbridge one is KNO and has been since the King Eds lot returned
Quote from: Pat on October 30, 2020, 01:13:14 PM
Whilst they may have plenty of life left in them, they can't be used without being upgraded to meet the euro 6 standards that come into force in Wolverhampton next year
What date does that start on?
Quote from: the trainbasher on October 30, 2020, 01:16:16 PM
The Stourbridge one is KNO and has been since the King Eds lot returned
Yes, it does the Shuttles in the morning/evening and does a lunchtime trip on the 891 in between. YD63UZY has had a brief stint on there too.
Quote from: 2206 on October 30, 2020, 01:27:54 PM
What date does that start on?
1st of January 2021.
YJ05XNS
YJ55BHY
YJ60LTV
YJ60LZX
these are used on 53/530 if Wolverhampton gotta be Euro 6 then what's happening with these because these aren't euro 6 can't see them Retrofitting The 2005 ones they're 15 years old
Quote from: Pat on October 30, 2020, 01:30:58 PM
1st of January 2021.
Thanks.
Presume NX 43XX Tridents aren't compliant with that. Might see them reallocated elsewhere then maybe? Are all of the 45XX compliant?
Quote from: Jakemat10 on October 30, 2020, 01:31:53 PM
YJ05XNS
YJ55BHY
YJ60LTV
YJ60LZX
these are used on 53/530 if Wolverhampton gotta be Euro 6 then what's happening with these because these aren't euro 6 can't see them Retrofitting The 2005 ones they're 15 years old
Both 2010 solos are compliant AFAIK. If not already, both 2005 solos will be trapped as i'm fairly sure they're staying in the fleet. Bearing in mind, most of the enviros had to be trapped before they went into service.
Quote from: 2206 on October 30, 2020, 01:32:57 PM
Thanks.
Presume NX 43XX Tridents aren't compliant with that. Might see them reallocated elsewhere then maybe? Are all of the 45XX compliant?
I know that there are definitely tridents at WN trapped, but not sure which ones/if all of them are.
Trapped if u mean Retrofitted then yeah I'm sure the 61 plates was YX60FUE
YX60FUF don't think those 2 was
Quote from: Jakemat10 on October 30, 2020, 01:56:12 PM
Trapped if u mean Retrofitted then yeah I'm sure the 61 plates was YX60FUE
YX60FUF don't think those 2 was
MX10KNO definitely had to be trapped.
It doesn't sound like it's been done whereas the 61 plates you can definitely tell as they are a lot slower and sound different
Quote from: Jakemat10 on October 30, 2020, 02:03:10 PM
It doesn't sound like it's been done whereas the 61 plates you can definitely tell as they are a lot slower and sound different
Not necessarily anything to do with being trapped.
Well it is it's like the same with the hybrid e400s on the 1 route now they've been done they sound completely different almost brand new
Quote from: Jakemat10 on October 30, 2020, 02:11:38 PM
Well it is it's like the same with the hybrid e400s on the 1 route now they've been done they sound completely different almost brand new
That's because they've had a brand new diesel engine fitted!
Quote from: Pat on October 30, 2020, 02:17:27 PM
That's because they've had a brand new diesel engine fitted!
They have only had a new exhaust
Quote from: Tony on October 30, 2020, 02:58:25 PM
They have only had a new exhaust
Have they? I'm sure someone said they were being converted to diesel.
Quote from: Pat on October 30, 2020, 02:59:35 PM
Have they? I'm sure someone said they were being converted to diesel.
5402 & 5412 that are converted still have the original engine
Noticed today that vaults have been removed from YF02SKO and CE52UXF.
All have been removed
Quote from: Jakemat10 on November 23, 2020, 09:18:27 PM
All have been removed
Yes, they were only on SKO, UXF, NDK & BHY
Quote from: 2206 on October 30, 2020, 01:27:54 PM
What date does that start on?
Wolverhampton only goes up to 75% of journies needing to be Euro 6 from 1/1/21, so all operators in Wolverhampton can still ahve some older vehicles in use
Quote from: Tony on January 02, 2021, 12:54:38 PM
Wolverhampton only goes up to 75% of journies needing to be Euro 6 from 1/1/21, so all operators in Wolverhampton can still ahve some older vehicles in use
UXF and NDK are being used until April. SKO is withdrawn due to an engine failure
Are they not going to fit a new engine then would be pointless really with it coming 19 years old this year
Quote from: Jakemat10 on January 02, 2021, 03:24:40 PM
Are they not going to fit a new engine then would be pointless really with it coming 19 years old this year
It was decided not to fit it with an engine from one of the withdrawn solos, as it would only be used up until April
YF02SKO will be dismantled, ready for scrap next week.
YJ55BHY not been on the road since December seems to be having a lot of time off the road just lately
Quote from: Jakemat10 on January 23, 2021, 01:26:12 PM
YJ55BHY not been on the road since December seems to be having a lot of time off the road just lately
It's currently at Eminox having it's Euro 6 conversion.
Stourbridge shuttles have re commenced. MX10KNO has been on this week.
MX10 KNO is currently tracking just off the Willenhall Road as 1X, is this a new route, if so where does it go
Quote from: SN65 OMC on March 19, 2021, 06:39:56 PM
MX10 KNO is currently tracking just off the Willenhall Road as 1X, is this a new route, if so where does it go
Probably just come off the SBJ-SBT shuttle?
Quote from: SN65 OMC on March 19, 2021, 06:39:56 PM
MX10 KNO is currently tracking just off the Willenhall Road as 1X, is this a new route, if so where does it go
The depot is somewhere down there
Quote from: the trainbasher on March 19, 2021, 06:57:11 PM
Probably just come off the SBJ-SBT shuttle?
Does anybody have a link to the timetable for the shuttle?
Quote from: fleetline6477 on March 23, 2021, 10:43:35 PM
Does anybody have a link to the timetable for the shuttle?
Unfortunately not. It's running every 10 minutes in the morning and afternoon peaks, to help with the school loadings. The vehicle on there will do shuttles in the morning, then the 1215 891 to Telford and back, then go back on shuttles for the afternoon peak.
Some euro 6 conversion YJ55BHY. Has had the amount of fumes and smoke coming from under it ???
Quote from: Jakemat10 on March 24, 2021, 01:19:03 PM
Some euro 6 conversion YJ55BHY. Has had the amount of fumes and smoke coming from under it ???
It couldn't be converted to Euro 6.
Why not?
Quote from: Jakemat10 on March 24, 2021, 11:24:52 PM
Why not?
I presume it was due to a lack of space in the engine bay, meaning the kit couldn't be fitted.
MX12JXC seen this morning on 891.
YN03NDK mot has now ran out anyone know the plans for the bus?
Does the 891 do well or is it funded?
Given how Banga operate normally (very local Wolverhampton runs), it seems a strange route for them (or any small WM independent operator for that matter) to be running such an interurban route and it doesn't serve in the towns/villages, just sits on the main road through them (Shifnal has a good few unserved estates, as does Albrighton).
If the route does well, has Banga trialled stuff with the route? I can use registrations and wayback machine etc but they aren't always the best. is there like a timeline for how the route has been developed and/or cut? I'm fascinated by the route.
Any help is appreciated.
Quote from: Jakemat10 on April 27, 2021, 11:09:30 PM
YN03NDK mot has now ran out anyone know the plans for the bus?
It'll be withdrawn.
Quote from: IMarkeh on April 28, 2021, 03:12:49 AM
Does the 891 do well or is it funded?
Given how Banga operate normally (very local Wolverhampton runs), it seems a strange route for them (or any small WM independent operator for that matter) to be running such an interurban route and it doesn't serve in the towns/villages, just sits on the main road through them (Shifnal has a good few unserved estates, as does Albrighton).
If the route does well, has Banga trialled stuff with the route? I can use registrations and wayback machine etc but they aren't always the best. is there like a timeline for how the route has been developed and/or cut? I'm fascinated by the route.
Any help is appreciated.
The 891 is a solely commercially operated route, and you'll often see a healthy load (at least before Covid came about). They've been on the route since 2015, where they ran in direct competition with Arriva. The service did once serve some of the Albrighton estates (the stop flags still remain today) but that was stopped a few years ago. Admirals Estate in Shifnal was also served, but now the service routes more directly along Curriers Lane and through the town centre. Since 2018, they've had the Telford - Wolverhampton corridor largely to themselves (except the Arriva services to Shifnal/Bridgnorth).
When the route first started out, YF02SKO was branded for the 891, however it was de branded a while later. I guess, because it does well (from personal observation) then they don't see any reason to change it. Additionally, the current timetable doesn't allow for any expansion to the route, without requiring more resources. If it ain't broke, don't fix it!
I believe the route came about in retaliation for Arriva move against them on the 530 or 535 cant remember which one. Arriva then pulled off Bangas route however since the 891 was doing well financially Banga kept the 891 going until eventually arriva withdrew their service.
Quote from: Steveminor on April 28, 2021, 05:53:13 PM
I believe the route came about in retaliation for Arriva move against them on the 530 or 535 cant remember which one. Arriva then pulled off Bangas route however since the 891 was doing well financially Banga kept the 891 going until eventually arriva withdrew their service.
Banga have seen TWM and Arriva off the 530.
Quote from: Pat on April 28, 2021, 06:07:56 PM
Banga have seen TWM and Arriva off the 530.
How the heck did they manage it, considering the resources of Nx locally?
The 530 must have been a low priority, for Nx, to have that amount of competition on it & to give up on it?
Banga ran 4 min in front of nxbus on 530 nx then ran another service lin front of banga then banga ran another service in front
Quote from: Pat on April 28, 2021, 07:13:45 AM
The 891 is a solely commercially operated route, and you'll often see a healthy load (at least before Covid came about). They've been on the route since 2015, where they ran in direct competition with Arriva. The service did once serve some of the Albrighton estates (the stop flags still remain today) but that was stopped a few years ago. Admirals Estate in Shifnal was also served, but now the service routes more directly along Curriers Lane and through the town centre. Since 2018, they've had the Telford - Wolverhampton corridor largely to themselves (except the Arriva services to Shifnal/Bridgnorth).
Did Arriva or Banga serve the estates or both?
Quote from: Pat on April 28, 2021, 07:13:45 AM
When the route first started out, YF02SKO was branded for the 891, however it was de branded a while later. I guess, because it does well (from personal observation) then they don't see any reason to change it. Additionally, the current timetable doesn't allow for any expansion to the route, without requiring more resources. If it ain't broke, don't fix it!
Shame a bus got debranded. As for changes, there is that arguement you made but you can also see it another way that a change could get more people onboard and if you can do that, why wouldn't you. It's a risk either way. Depends how brave Banga are and how much potential the route has.
Quote from: Westy on April 28, 2021, 08:59:23 PM
How the heck did they manage it, considering the resources of Nx locally?
The 530 must have been a low priority, for Nx, to have that amount of competition on it & to give up on it?
The fact that Banga gave change, and had lower fares were an advantage.
Quote from: IMarkeh on April 29, 2021, 02:45:29 AM
Did Arriva or Banga serve the estates or both?
Shame a bus got debranded. As for changes, there is that arguement you made but you can also see it another way that a change could get more people onboard and if you can do that, why wouldn't you. It's a risk either way. Depends how brave Banga are and how much potential the route has.
Banga served the estates around Albrighton, with both serving Admirals in Shifnal.
The branding wasn't really much, at least in comparison to YN03NDK. It was a couple of wheelie bin numbers stuck on the front windscreen, and by the door.
The current timetable is very tight for time, so adding in additional stops/rerouting the service isn't possible without adding another bus and driver.
Quote from: Pat on April 29, 2021, 07:39:46 AM
The branding wasn't really much, at least in comparison to YN03NDK. It was a couple of wheelie bin numbers stuck on the front windscreen, and by the door.
Like the bottom photo on this page?
http://wmbusphotos.com/Banga/YF02SKO.html
Quote from: Stu on April 29, 2021, 07:12:37 PM
Like the bottom photo on this page?
http://wmbusphotos.com/Banga/YF02SKO.html
Yes, that's it. There were also some of those professional, glossy timetables given out when the route started.
Today's N&P has a registration for the Stourbridge Town Car overflow.
YN03NDK back on the road just had fresh mot
Does anyone know when YX60DXF was withdrawn?
One of the solo sr's has a white band at the sides at the rear anyone know why just on one of them
Quote from: Solo1 on October 19, 2021, 09:14:03 AM
One of the solo sr's has a white band at the sides at the rear anyone know why just on one of them
Is there a photo? It sounds like it could be gaining some kind of branding from that description.
From the latest issue of N & P :
Section 3.6 – Cancellations of Existing Services Granted
Under Short Notice
PD1078264/4 RAJINDER BANGA, 4 VICARAGE ROAD, ALLSAINTS,
WOLVERHAMPTON, WV2 1DT
Operating between Wolverhampton Tower Street and Bilston Bus Station given
service number 545 effective from 24 January 2022.
Quote from: D10 on January 11, 2022, 01:03:57 PM
From the latest issue of N & P :
Section 3.6 – Cancellations of Existing Services Granted
Under Short Notice
PD1078264/4 RAJINDER BANGA, 4 VICARAGE ROAD, ALLSAINTS,
WOLVERHAMPTON, WV2 1DT
Operating between Wolverhampton Tower Street and Bilston Bus Station given
service number 545 effective from 24 January 2022.
Not surprising given it'd been reduced from every 20 mins, to an hourly service.
Quote from: Pat on January 11, 2022, 06:02:35 PM
Not surprising given it'd been reduced from every 20 mins, to an hourly service.
Heard banga are taking on a tendered service so the bus on here will be used for that
Quote from: DJ on October 19, 2021, 11:45:05 AM
Is there a photo? It sounds like it could be gaining some kind of branding from that description.
https://flic.kr/p/2mJHgLv solo SR with the white at the rear
Looks like Banga Buses is taking up the 81 Monday to Saturday daytime trips from NXWM from the 30th January
https://www.vehicle-operator-licensing.service.gov.uk/search/find-registered-local-bus-services/details/589727/
For those not on Facebook somebody has gladly provided a up to date fleet list
**Banga Buses fleet 2022**
1, MX10 KNO, Alexander Enviro200
2, YJ10 LZX, Optare solo M780
3, SK10 AFR, Optare solo SR - (New livery)
4, SK10 AJS, Optare solo SR - (New livery)
5, SR10 KSV, Optare solo SR - (New livery)
6, YJ60 LTV, Optare solo M800
7, YX60 FUE, Alexander Enviro200
8, YX60 FUF, Alexander Enviro200
9, YX61 BYB, Alexander Enviro200
10, YX61 BYC, Alexander Enviro200
11, YX61 BXF, Alexander Enviro200
12, MX12 CFE, Alexander Enviro200
13, MX12 CFJ, Alexander Enviro200
14, MX12 JXC, Alexander Enviro200
15, YD63 UZY, Optare solo SR
81 timetable now on website. Looks as if it involves some interworking with other routes.
https://bangabuses.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/webite-81.pdf
Also noted that the 52 timetable has been removed. Is this service being withdrawn?
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Also noted that the 52 timetable has been removed. Is this service being withdrawn?
yes as 81 goes same way as 52 or as near enough the same in parts other routes cover the other parts
545 is also withdrawn -& changes to 53 service so new 81 must interwork with 53
Quote from: Pat on January 27, 2022, 04:37:34 AM
81 timetable now on website. Looks as if it involves some interworking with other routes.
Interwork with 53 not serving rocket pool only going to Bilston
SK10 AJS isn't currently tracking on bustimes.org, I've seen this in service
SK10AJS was out coving a break on 530 today
@BNH2004
Didn't realise drivers lighting up and smoking whilst driving was allowed?!!
Quote from: Trident 4194 on April 22, 2023, 04:40:57 PMDidn't realise drivers lighting up and smoking whilst driving was allowed?!!
It's not but that is quite funny... 😂😂😂
Quote from: hlliwmai on April 22, 2023, 05:03:49 PMIt's not but that is quite funny... 😂😂😂
Can't see how that is funny either tbh.
Quote from: 2206 on April 22, 2023, 05:07:20 PMCan't see how that is funny either tbh.
Well at the fact the driver has the balls to do it!
Quote from: hlliwmai on April 22, 2023, 05:25:55 PMWell at the fact the driver has the balls to do it!
Do you find people who smash bus windows funny as well 'because they have the balls to do it '?
If not why? Both are illegal and dangerous.
Quote from: Tony on April 22, 2023, 05:30:41 PMDo you find people who smash bus windows funny as well 'because they have the balls to do it '?
If not why? Both are illegal and dangerous.
Literally driving round Wolverhampton with a fag in his hand with his window open. Still smelt the whole bus of smoke though. Didn't know they was another cowboy operator.
Quote from: Trident 4194 on April 22, 2023, 05:49:17 PMLiterally driving round Wolverhampton with a fag in his hand with his window open. Still smelt the whole bus of smoke though. Didn't know they was another cowboy operator.
Well I was going to say Diamond but then I remembered a couple of years or so ago they had a driver vaping whilst driving a Mellor and with passengers on board on the 13 to Merry Hill passengers could smell something then clocked the driver who reported him they [Diamond] checked the CCTV and saw him vaping and I believe he was sacked
Quote from: hlliwmai on April 22, 2023, 08:24:15 PMWell I was going to say Diamond but then I remembered a couple of years or so ago they had a driver vaping whilst driving a Mellor and with passengers on board on the 13 to Merry Hill passengers could smell something then clocked the driver who reported him they [Diamond] checked the CCTV and saw him vaping and I believe he was sacked
I don't know who'd I would report to anyway. Let's hope they catch him soon though
Thought Banga had smartened up their act in recent years?
Quote from: Trident 4194 on April 22, 2023, 09:58:13 PMI don't know who'd I would report to anyway. Let's hope they catch him soon though
Their website has the contact email as raj@bangabuses.co.uk
Quote from: Trident 4194 on April 22, 2023, 09:58:13 PMI don't know who'd I would report to anyway. Let's hope they catch him soon though
Truth be told Banga probably wouldn't give a monkeys anyway so be a waste of time
Quote from: Trident 4194 on April 22, 2023, 09:58:13 PMI don't know who'd I would report to anyway. Let's hope they catch him soon though
His bosses or film him doing it so he can't argue if or the police see him could get charged smoking while in charge of a moving vehicle while at work as driving if he wants to smoke wait till on break & do it smoke away from the bus
Quote from: Trident 4194 on April 22, 2023, 09:58:13 PMI don't know who'd I would report to anyway. Let's hope they catch him soon though
You could try contacting Banga themselves. You could also report the incident to TfWM. Make a note of the vehicle details (reg number, route if in service, time etc). I'm not saying anything will happen immediately but at least you'll have done your part.
I have put a full fleet list on my website of every vehicle I know they have ever owned, unless anyone else knows better
Banga fleetlist (wmbusphotos.com) (http://wmbusphotos.com/Banga/fleetlist.html)
Looks good to me. Incidentally I think IIG 3753 is a former Arriva Midlands Solo
Quote from: Rachvince53 on July 17, 2023, 08:34:24 PMLooks good to me. Incidentally I think IIG 3753 is a former Arriva Midlands Solo
Yes, I know, along with a couple of the others, and 4 ex West Midlands ones.
I have a photo of IIG 3753, but only with Arriva, I never saw it running for Banga
i remember yn53elv being 1 or 2 (the other yn53svt) new at choice travel. They certainly have come a long way since the son took over, and seem to be able to retain drivers
Anyone in Bilston Bus Station today(Saturday) around half 12 lunchtime know what was happening?
Seemed to involve a Banga vehicle!
Quote from: Trident 4194 on April 22, 2023, 05:49:17 PMLiterally driving round Wolverhampton with a fag in his hand with his window open. Still smelt the whole bus of smoke though. Didn't know they was another cowboy operator.
What was ten vehicle reg, log it here.. https://www.tripadvisor.co.uk/Attraction_Review-g190762-d26107163-Reviews-Banga_Buses-Wolverhampton_West_Midlands_England.html as it's how they deal with feedback
Banga are another company who don't do £1.50 tickets