Ember

Launched in 2020, Ember have been trailblazers in the public transport sector, operating the UK’s first long-distance intercity electric coach service.

Operating between Edinburgh and Dundee on a single charge, Ember worked closely with Dundee City Council to utilise an ultra-fast charging point in the city centre, allowing the buses to charge more efficiently.

With initial launch plans hampered by the Covid-19 pandemic, Ember secured a government-backed business interruption loan to fast-track its growth aspirations, allowing it to launch their service with an additional bus.

Technology sits at the heart of its operation and, by building their technology from the ground up, Ember have been able to optimise everything around their fully electric fleet, offering a better price and service with zero emissions.

Passengers can book online, and buses can be tracked in real time via a smartphone app, a feature Ember felt was lacking in the industry.

Whats next?

Long-term, its plan is to expand the electric coach and charging network across the rest of the Scotland and beyond, making the charging network accessible to other operators.

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37a Castle Terrace Edinburgh EH3 9DZ Block 5, 2 Seabraes Lane Dundee DD1 4NX ride@ember.to 0131 510 4007

Get in touch

37a Castle Terrace Edinburgh EH3 9DZ Block 5, 2 Seabraes Lane Dundee DD1 4NX ride@ember.to 0131 510 4007