FUTURE MEMORY | TRANSPORTATION

Coach operated by Maia Transportes seen at Gare do Oriente, Lisboa, in February 2020. This coach with fleet number 245 is a Sunsundegui SC7 (or Sc7) registered in 2017. It has an overall length of 43.1 ft and can accommodate 55 passengers (55+1+1). It uses the MAN CO 19.440 chassis. Based in Maia , Maia Transportes operates regular services, regular specialized services, and occasional services. Maia Transportes also offers an on-demand service, the Mobus . Here, we see this Sunsundegui SC7 in an occasional service. On both sides, it is decorated with a romantic view of the city of Porto, showing the signature of Emerald Waterways. Based in the United Kingdom, in Manchester, Emerald Waterways proposes river cruises and tours in Europe, Russia, Egypt, Vietnam, and Cambodia. In 2017, it launches in Portugal the Emerald Radiance , a 292 ft long river cruise ship, capable of accommodating 112 passengers, and especially built by the Den Breejen Shipyard to sail through the narrow locks ...

Coach operated by AGT Bus seen at Gare do Oriente, Lisboa, in March 2019. This coach is an Irizar PB registered in 2014. It has an overall length of 42.4 ft. This is the version with a height of 12.7 ft and a larger luggage capacity of up to 441.43 cu ft. It uses the Mercedes-Benz OC 500 RF chassis with the Mercedes-Benz OM 457 LA engine. Established in 1981 and based in Frielas , AGT Bus operates regular specialized services and occasional services. Here, we see this Irizar PB in an occasional service. Keeping the coach clean during service is one of the driver's least visible functions. A few hours before sitting behind the wheel or, sometimes, at some stop during the day, exterior cleaning is carried out using a bucket of water and detergent, some cloths, and utensils adapted to the large dimensions of the vehicle. Personally, I appreciate it when the driver goes that extra mile , keeping, as you can see in this case, the wheels and tires looking flawless. Presented in 20...

Coach operated by Fatimatours seen at Gare do Oriente, Lisboa, in April 2019. This coach is an Irizar PB registered in 2007. It has an overall length of 40 ft and can accommodate 54 passengers (54+1+1). This is the 12.7 ft high version, with a larger luggage capacity. It uses the Volvo B12B chassis. Established in 2012 and based in Fátima , Fatimatours operates regular specialized services and occasional services. Here, we see this Irizar PB in an occasional service. Note, on the side, below the Irizar PB emblem, the endearing dedication to Wilson . Presented in 2001, the Irizar PB is a highly successful coach body. Combined with the Scania K124EB chassis, it is distinguished as the European Coach of the Year in 2004, sharing the award with the MAN RHSxx4 Lion's Star. The PB designation means P roduktu B erria , or New Product in the Basque language. Available in lengths between 40 ft and 49.1 ft, and in heights of 12 ft or 12.7 ft, it is combined with a wide variety of chas...

Coach operated by Resende seen at Gare do Oriente, Lisboa, in July 2013. This coach with fleet number 936 is a ResCar Top Class registered in 2008. It can accommodate 63 passengers (63+1+1). It uses the Irisbus IVECO EuroRider C45 SRI chassis with the 331 kW (450 hp) IVECO Cursor 10 engine. With its roots in 1958 and based in Matosinhos , Resende operates regular services, regular specialized services, and occasional services. Here, we see this ResCar Top Class possibly assigned to an express service. The 50 anos signature added to the standard paint scheme celebrates fifty years of passenger services in 2008. As a note of interest, the ResCar name presumably derives from Res ende Car roçarias . We can see it on some buses modified or built at the Resende group shops and destined to its operators, such as Resende, Maia Transportes, or Costa Ferreira. The Irisbus IVECO EuroRider chassis allows bodies with lengths between 37.4 ft and 49.2 ft. It has the engine mounted longitudina...

Coach operated by Costa Ferreira seen on Rua da Palma, Lisboa, in October 2014. This coach with fleet number 978 is a ResCar registered in 2012. It uses the MAN 18.360 HOCL chassis with the 265 kW (360 hp) MAN D2066 LOH engine. With its roots in 1939 and based in Maia , Costa Ferreira operates regular specialized services and occasional services. Here, we see this ResCar in an occasional service. As a note of interest, the ResCar name presumably derives from Res ende Car roçarias . We can see it on some buses modified or built at the Resende group shops and destined to its operators, such as Resende, Maia Transportes, or Costa Ferreira. ● Autocarro operado pela Costa Ferreira visto na Rua da Palma, Lisboa, em Outubro de 2014. Este autocarro com o número de frota 978 é um ResCar registado em 2012. Utiliza o chassis MAN 18.360 HOCL com o motor MAN D2066 LOH de 265 kW (360 hp). Com as suas raízes em 1939 e baseada na Maia , a Costa Ferreira opera serviços regulares especializados ...

Coach operated by Oceano Azul seen at Praça D. Pedro IV, Lisboa, in May 2012. This coach is an Irmãos Mota Atomic VIIIm registered in 2008. It has an overall length of 44 ft and can accommodate 55 passengers (55+1+1). It uses the Scania K420EB 4x2 chassis. Established in 2000 and based in Espinho , Oceano Azul, operates regular specialized services and occasional services. Here, we see this Irmãos Mota Atomic VIIIm in an occasional service. Introduced in 1987, the Irmãos Mota Atomic VIIIm/8 family of touring coaches, with its distinctive double-windshield, includes versions with overall lengths up to 49.2 ft.  ● Autocarro operado pela Oceano Azul visto na Praça D. Pedro IV, Lisboa, em Maio de 2012. Este autocarro é um Irmãos Mota Atomic VIIIm registado em 2008. Tem um comprimento total de 13,40 m e pode acomodar 55 passageiros (55+1+1). Utiliza o chassis Scania K420EB 4x2. Estabelecida em 2000 e baseada em Espinho , a Oceano Azul, opera serviços regulares especializ...