Trolleybus UK


Our Proposal - We propose that Trolleybuses are initially introduced between Ilford and Barking Reach as a phase one to demonstrate feasibility, practicality and efficiency. This section of the East London Transit scheme has been chosen to show how well trolleybuses can be applied to high levels of patronage (Ilford to Barking) potential for segregation in existing roads (Ilford, Loxford, Barking, Greatfields Park) potential for regeneration on brownfield sites (Barking Reach) transport interchange (Ilford, Barking, and potentially, Dagenham Dock stations)		see detailed Transit maps see detailed proposal (3mb Word file) see the network map see TfL's Roadshows Network pages - planning proposal routes map Promoting quiet, clean urban transport using Overhead Electric, Zero Emission Trolleybuses - email The Electric Tbus Group updated 1/2/06 eQdigital

	The vehicles are to be - 18m long, 3 axle, articulated single deckers fully low-floor design, 290mm floor height powered by wheel hub mounted electric motors carry 120 passengers, seating 60 passengers in comfort, 30 half seated be fitted with full internal environment control have plenty of room for mobility aids, baby buggies and luggage carry on-board real time passenger service information have assistive guidance to give precision stopping (50-75mm gap) centrally positioned driver with no passenger contact be electrically driven, very quiet in operation and produce zero emissions capable of 'off-wire' operation with auxiliary on-board power supply

	The route is to have - high service speeds and smooth journeys on dedicated surfaces 240mm Kassel kerbs for level loading of shoppers, mothers and disabled users 'clear' junction priority giving the Trolleybus the fastest journey time of any road user high frequency service, as low as 3 minutes between vehicles service stops at 300-350m intervals stops that protrude into the nearside or only carriage way pre-ticketting available at all stops and smart card season tickets attractive stops with real time Trolleybus and Underground connection information passenger perception of service permanence seven day a week, morning to night operation ctv security surveillance well trained, customer friendly staff on 80% of vehicles well trained, well paid drivers segregated guide ways where full passenger access is maintained easy interchange with other transport modes

	The overhead wiring is to be of - optimum overhead layout minimum visual intrusion minimum size conductors and fittings The electrical system is to be - at a supply voltage of 750v DC fully floating with respect to ground supplied by generation sources that are environmentally sustainable

	East London Transit The routes will be - 991 - Fulwell Cross-Gants Hill-Ilford-Barking-Rainham-Havering Riverside 992 - Harold Hill-Romford-Barking-City Airport 993 - Collier Row (Hillside)-Romford-Elm Park-Rainham-Havering Riverside The western end of the 992 is expected to be extended to the 994 Greenwich Transit trolleybus line, when the third Blackwall Crossing is completed. Greenwich Transit The route will be - 994 - Greenwich - Woolwich - Abbey Wood The alignment of 994 Greenwich Transit trolleybus line is proposed to follow new trolleyways, thereby maximising the passenger appeal of the service.