Citaro Public Launch

Mercedes Citaro 551 taking part in the public launch of the new Palladium fleet of buses in St. John's Square

After yesterday's official launch event for Blackpool Transport's new Palladium branded Mercedes Citaros, today it was the public's turn to be introduced to the new buses. The public launch of the Palladium fleet took place in St. John's Square opposite the Opera House. Citaro 551 was the vehicle selected for the event, having been part of the official launch ceremony on the preceding day. 551 was on display for the public to inspect from 1000 until 1500, and Heart Radio were also in attendance throughout the event.

Mercedes Citaro 551 at the Palladium launch in St John's Square, with Heart Radio also in attendance

Mercedes Citaro 551 arriving in St John's Square ready to take part in the public launch of the new Palladium fleet

Mercedes Citaro 551 ready to take part in the public launch of the new Palladium fleet in St John's Square

Mercedes Citaro 551 at the public launch of the new Palladium fleet, with the Opera House in the background