Greyhound

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A year after shutting down, Greyhound returns to South African ... (Business Insider South Africa)

The intercity bus service will return with new routes and some enhancements, Leslie Matthews, spokesperson at Greyhound Coach Lines told Business Insider South.

The pandemic was the last straw for the bus brand. It came following years of declining revenue under its previous owners, Unitrans, a subsidiary of KAP Industrial Holdings. The new owners, a private investment entity not named, have grown the fleet size to 70 buses, excluding trailers.

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Greyhound buses to return to SA roads (East Coast Radio)

The bus company last year announced it was shutting its operations in South Africa after 37 years as the Covid-19 pandemic took its toll on the travel and ...

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Greyhound back in business after relaxation of Covid-19 restrictions (Johannesburg Sunday World)

Luxury intercity bus service Greyhound will be back on the road again next Wednesday ahead of a busy Easter season.

She said: “We are happy to welcome back Greyhound Coach Lines, one of the most well-known and trusted inter-provincial bus services. The bus service had endured financial constraints, for several years, which were later exacerbated by the implementation of Covid-19 travel restrictions. Customers can look forward to travelling in our premium Greyhound Dreamliner to long-haul destinations,” he added.

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Greyhound Coach Lines is returning to the road (Independent Online)

GREYHOUND yesterday announced its official resumption of operations after the company was purchased by an investment entity that is owned by a private ...

“The return of the luxury liner is well-aligned with the ministry’s vision to get all transport forms fully operational at the highest standard.” “We are extremely happy to be back and fully operational, as this will allow passengers the opportunity to travel safely and in luxury again,” he said. LONG distance passengers will be spoilt for choice these Easter holidays as the Greyhound Coach Lines is returning to the road after a 14 months hiatus, in time for the busy travel season.

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Greyhound and Citiliner return to roads before Easter - GO! & Express (GO! and Express)

The passenger bus lines' financial woes were worsened by reduced travel due to Covid-19 restrictions, the closure of borders with Mozambique and Zimbabwe and ...

We encourage you to continue with the discounts for students.” “Transport is the backbone of our economy in this country. “The most important thing for them is to get these buses on the road and people employed again. That’s why, as the metro, we support the relaunch. It’s not going to be easy, but the hard work has already been done because Greyhound is a household name. “We welcome the return of this luxury coach line.

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LOOK: Greyhound buses back on the road (Independent Online)

Deputy Transport Minister Sindisiwe Chikunga said the return of the luxury liner was well-aligned with the ministry's vision to get all forms of transport ...

• Cape Town to Durban (via Bloemfontein) • Cape Town to Mthatha (via Garden Route) • Johannesburg to Cape Town (via Bloemfontein)

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Greyhound buses to return to SA roads (Jacaranda FM)

The bus company last year announced it was shutting its operations in South Africa after 37 years as the Covid-19 pandemic took its toll on the travel and ...

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Greyhound back in business after relaxation of Covid-19 restrictions (Johannesburg Sunday World)

Luxury intercity bus service Greyhound will be back on the road again next Wednesday ahead of a busy Easter season.

She said: “We are happy to welcome back Greyhound Coach Lines, one of the most well-known and trusted inter-provincial bus services. The bus service had endured financial constraints, for several years, which were later exacerbated by the implementation of Covid-19 travel restrictions. Customers can look forward to travelling in our premium Greyhound Dreamliner to long-haul destinations,” he added.

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Greyhound buses back on the road after recovering from pandemic ... (Citizen)

Deputy Transport Minister Sindisiwe Chikunga said bus services suffered around the globe in the wake of the Covid-19 pandemic.

Chikunga said bus services suffered around the globe in the wake of the Covid-19 pandemic. “Amongst others, these networks are created through the integration of local public transport services and linking with other long-distance services such as air, train and intercity bus coaches. “These are known as integrated public transport networks, outlined in the Public Transport Strategy of 2007.

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Greyhound Coach Lines Back In Operation In Time For Easter Travel (Techfinancials.co.za)

The bus company, which had been operating for 37 years, closed last year due to financial constraints that were exacerbated by the Covid-19 travel restrictions.

- Johannesburg to Mthatha (via Pietermaritzburg) - Johannesburg to Cape Town (via Bloemfontein) “Not only is this great news for passengers…

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Greyhound and Citiliner return to roads before Easter (SowetanLIVE)

Greyhound and Citiliner buses, which stopped operating in February 2021 due to Covid-19, will be back on the roads on April 13 before Easter.

We encourage you to continue with the discounts for students.” That’s why, as the metro, we support the relaunch. “The most important thing for them is to get these buses on the road and people employed again. “Transport is the backbone of our economy in this country. It’s not going to be easy, but the hard work has already been done because Greyhound is a household name. “We welcome the return of this luxury coach line.

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Greyhound and Citiliner return to roads ahead of Easter period (Business Day)

The two bus lines closed down in February 2021 due to Covid-19.

We encourage you to continue with the discounts for students.” “The most important thing for them is to get these buses on the road and get people employed again, absolutely. It’s not going to be easy, but the hard work has already been done because Greyhound is a household name. What they have requested, they very much want to be in the background. “We heartily welcome back the return of this luxury coach line. She acknowledged, however, that increasing costs of fuel, labour, vehicle maintenance, among others, could force operators to do cut corners in control costs.

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Greyhound buses return to South African roads from next week after ... (Independent Online)

Greyhound, previously owned by transport company Unitrans Passenger, was put up for auction last year and purchased by an investment entity that is owned by ...

Deputy Minister of Transport, Sindisiwe Chikunga said: “We are happy to welcome back Greyhound Coach Lines, one of the most well-known and trusted interprovincial bus services. “The return of Greyhound couldn’t have come at a better time. “And with the Easter break approaching, there will certainly be a demand for a more safe, reliable and luxurious mode of transport,” said Mathews.

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Greyhound bus lines returning to service (eNCA)

JOHANNESBURG - Luxury coach service, Greyhound will be back on the roads again next Wednesday ahead of the busy Easter period. Greyhound and Citiliner bus ...

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Greyhound to resume services on April 13, hopes to employ 200 ... (SABC News)

The bus operator Greyhound, now owned by a private trust, says it's looking to employ 200 people, as it re-launches with a few routes.

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The 'Hound' is back (Independent Online)

Customers can look forward to travelling in our premium Greyhound Dreamliner to long haul destinations,” said Greyhound Coach Lines spokesperson Leslie Matthews ...

- Johannesburg to Cape Town (via Bloemfontein) With the Easter break approaching, there will be a demand for safe, reliable and luxurious mode of transport. “We are extremely happy to be back and fully operational, as this will allow passengers the opportunity to travel safely and in luxury again.

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Greyhound SA resumes bus services nationwide (KossyDerrickEnt)

The company's new spokesperson Leslie Matthews explained to local media that Greyhound was acquired by a trust-backed investment company.

We encourage you to continue with the discounts for students.” “The most important thing for them is to get these buses on the road and people employed again. “Transport is the backbone of our economy in this country.

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