A Scottish minister recently toured the Johnstone depot of McGill's Buses.

The visit coincides with the independent bus operator's major milestone of covering 12 million electric miles with its fleet of zero-emission buses.

The company welcomed Jim Fairlie MSP, the Scottish Government Minister for Connectivity, for a tour of the facilities.

He explored the advanced electric fleet and charging infrastructure, and discussed the company's plans for further expansion.

The company welcomed Jim Fairlie MSP, the Scottish Government Minister for Connectivity, for a tour of the facilities (Image: McGill’s ) He said: "It’s inspiring to see McGill’s Buses at the forefront of Scotland’s transition to greener, cleaner transport.

"Achieving 12 million electric miles is a remarkable milestone that demonstrates their dedication to reducing emissions and promoting sustainable travel.

"The Scottish Government is committed to supporting operators like McGill’s, as we work together towards a net-zero future."

Tony Williamson, chief executive officer of McGill’s Buses, said: "Welcoming Mr Fairlie to our Johnstone Depot gave us an excellent opportunity to showcase our progress in delivering a zero-emission future.

"Reaching 12 million electric miles is a testament to the hard work of our team and our continued investment in cutting-edge technology.

"We’re excited to play a leading role in Scotland’s journey to net-zero emission and will continue to build on this momentum to provide cleaner, greener public transport for all."

The company has invested £74 million in its fleet and associated infrastructure, placing McGill’s Bus Group among the top UK companies leading the way in fleet decarbonisation.

This aligns with Scotland’s wider environmental goals and the push towards net-zero emissions by 2045.