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Glasgow Times
30-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Glasgow Times
Grado does Ally McCoist impression at Glasgow bus launch
The new Glasgow Airport Express service, operated by First Bus, will transport travellers from the city centre to the airport in as little as 15 minutes. The fully electric service is part of a five-year contract extension for First Bus and represents an investment of more than £5 million. READ MORE: More than 10,000 illegal vapes and tobacco products seized in Glasgow The fleet consists of 11 new electric double-decker buses, creating a new Electric Avenue between the airport and the city centre. The initiative is a significant step in advancing sustainable transport options for the city and reducing carbon emissions. Grado, known for his impression of Ally McCoist recognising AC/DC over the speaker system while commentating, celebrated the launch of the new buses. He commented on the "electric atmosphere" at Glasgow Airport and praised the "electrifying runs" that will have fans of new buses celebrating. (Image: Supplied) He said: "When I heard about the idea, I just thought it was a brilliant way to let folk know about this great new addition to Glasgow's public transport network. "You're always buzzing when you're going off on your holidays and it's even better now knowing you can get to the airport in a way that's helping the environment. "It's a win-win for everyone. "Absolutely Shuperb!" The Scots star even acknowledged the music on board the Airport Express and played the electric air guitar, just as McCoist famously did. Holidaymakers jetting off from the airport during the launch on May 1 will also have the chance to win travel vouchers, Glasgow Airport Express tickets, and goody bags, handed out by Grado himself. Passengers on the new buses will also be able to take advantage of onboard charging facilities and storage racks to make journeys to and from the airport as comfortable as possible. READ MORE: Famous rapper tries Scottish snacks and drops a shocking comparison The buses are part of First Bus's ongoing commitment to enhancing the city's public transport system with greener alternatives. The new electric vehicles will ensure that travellers can enjoy cleaner, more eco-friendly journeys while contributing to the city's Net Zero target of 2030. Graeme Macfarlan, commercial director at First Bus, added: "We're thrilled to launch Glasgow's first fully electric bus route from the city centre to the airport and what better way than with one of the city's biggest characters, Grado. "The five-year contract extension to operate the Glasgow Airport Express signifies a major step in our commitment to sustainable transport and reducing our carbon footprint in Glasgow and beyond. "We are excited to offer both locals and tourists the opportunity to experience firsthand how dedicated our city is to embracing greener, eco-friendly solutions." READ MORE: Glasgow's newest food and drink hub opens space for local talent (Image: Supplied) Ruth Cousin, surface access and ancillaries director at AGS Airports, which owns and operates Aberdeen, Glasgow and Southampton airports, welcomed the new fleet. She said: "These new state-of-the-art electric vehicles will be a great upgrade to First Bus's fleet servicing Glasgow Airport. "The vehicles will play an important role in supporting our continued commitment to create more sustainable travel options for our passengers, and the buses will play a significant role in further reducing carbon emissions locally at the airport."
Scotsman
30-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Scotsman
Grado reprises viral Ally McCoist impression as £5m Glasgow Airport Express fully electric fleet is unveiled
First Bus will operate the Glasgow Airport Express for five more years. Sign up to our daily newsletter – Regular news stories and round-ups from around Scotland direct to your inbox Sign up Thank you for signing up! Did you know with a Digital Subscription to The Scotsman, you can get unlimited access to the website including our premium content, as well as benefiting from fewer ads, loyalty rewards and much more. Learn More Sorry, there seem to be some issues. Please try again later. Submitting... Scottish comedy legend, Grado, has brought back his iconic Ally McCoist impression to help launch Glasgow's first fully electric and zero emissions bus shuttle route between the city centre and the airport. The new fully electric Glasgow Airport Express is launching with a brand-new look and feel, offering a premium 24-hour service taking travellers from the city centre to the airport in as little as 15 minutes as part of a five-year contract extension for First Bus to run the service. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad The fully electric service represents an investment of over £5m and consists of 11 brand new electric double decker buses from First Bus, creating a new 'Electric Avenue' between the airport and the city centre and marking a significant step in advancing premium sustainable transport options for the city and reducing carbon emissions. Glasgow Airport Express operated by First Bus Reprising his impression which shot to fame after McCoist recognised AC/DC over the speaker system while commentating, Grado heralded the launch of the new buses, commentating on the 'electric atmosphere' at Glasgow Airport and lauding the 'electrifying runs' that will have fans of new buses celebrating. The Scots star even gave a nod to the original clip by recognising music on board the Airport Express and playing the electric air guitar just as McCoist famously did. Holidaymakers jetting off from the airport during launch on May 1 will also have the chance to win travel vouchers, Glasgow Airport Express tickets, and goody bags, handed out by Grado himself. Passengers on the new buses will also be able to take advantage of onboard charging facilities and storage racks to make journeys to and from the airport as comfortable as possible. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad The buses are part of First Bus's ongoing commitment to enhancing the city's public transport system with greener alternatives. The new electric vehicles will ensure that travellers can enjoy cleaner, more eco-friendly journeys while contributing to the city's Net Zero target of 2030. Scottish Comedy Legend Grado Sharing his excitement about the campaign, Grado commented: 'When I heard about the idea, I just thought it was a brilliant way to let folk know about this great new addition to Glasgow's public transport network. You're always buzzing when you're going off on your holidays and it's even better now knowing you can get to the airport in a way that's helping the environment. 'It's a win-win for everyone. Absolutely Shuperb!' Graeme Macfarlan, Commercial Director at First Bus, added: 'We're thrilled to launch Glasgow's first fully electric bus route from the city centre to the airport and what better way than with one of the city's biggest characters, Grado. The five-year contract extension to operate the Glasgow Airport Express signifies a major step in our commitment to sustainable transport and reducing our carbon footprint in Glasgow and beyond. We are excited to offer both locals and tourists the opportunity to experience firsthand how dedicated our city is to embracing greener, eco-friendly solutions.' Ruth Cousin, Surface Access and Ancillaries Director at AGS Airports, which owns and operates Aberdeen, Glasgow and Southampton airports welcomed the new fleet. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad She said: 'These new state-of-the-art electric vehicles will be a great upgrade to First Buses fleet servicing Glasgow Airport.
