Pendle Borough Council replaces fleet with 41 new recycling and refuse collection vehicles
New fleet of 41 vehicles is part of Pendle Borough Council's vision to become greener and provide an improved service to residents
The current fleet has been replaced with more fuel-efficient vehicles – including two electric vans - as part of the Council’s vision to become greener and provide an improved service.
The 41 new vehicles have lower emissions to help reduce an environmental impact, and will provide greater reliability, meaning fewer breakdowns and a smoother, more dependable collection service for residents.
Coun. Asjad Mahmood, leader of Pendle Borough Council, said: “We are delighted to have been able to replace our existing vehicles which provide a vital service to the people of Pendle.
“It’s all part of our commitment to modernising our fleet, improving efficiency, helping the environment and providing a better service for residents.”
Coun. Zafar Ali, the Council’s Operational Portfolio Holder, added: “Our Operational Services team pride themselves on providing the best service they can to help keep Pendle green and clean.
“These new vehicles will provide greater reliability, enabling the council to offer a more dependable collection service.”
Gary Wilson, chief operating officer at Riverside, which has provided the new fleet of vehicles, said: “We recognise the responsibility that comes with supporting essential public services, where having the right vehicles and support in place makes a difference every day.
“Our focus is on continuing to work closely with the council, understanding its operational pressures and taking a practical, responsive approach to helping deliver the services residents depend on.”