Dennis Eagle wins 151-strong RCV order
Birmingham City Council is replacing an owned fleet of worn-out vehicles and hired-in trucks with 151 new Dennis Eagle refuse collection vehicles.
The new trucks will begin arriving in March 2025. Dennis Eagle emerged as the clear winner after a highly-competitive tendering process.
The contract comprises 110 of its safety conscious Elite+ trucks, alongside 41 compact 7.5-tonne Orus trucks for organic waste collection.
It includes ‘Narrow’ chassis variants of the Elite+ – the reduced width minimising contact with the kerb or parked cars thus helping to reduce tyre and insurance costs.
Designed to meet the diverse needs of Birmingham’s road infrastructure, the variety of sizes will ensure the fleet can navigate the city’s varying road layouts efficiently.
Although diesel powered, the vehicles comply with the latest emissions standards and align with Birmingham’s air quality objectives: they are fully compliant with the city’s clean air zone parameters.
The new trucks are equipped with advanced safety features, including a comprehensive camera system to improve crew visibility and operational safety while working on Birmingham’s streets. Additionally, the vehicles feature low-level access points to make ingress and egress safer and easier, reducing the risk of crew injuries and enhancing overall working conditions.