Location
Headquarters: Edinburgh, Edinburgh, City of, United Kingdom, Europe
Region: Edinburgh, City of
Country: GB
Continent: Europe
About
Ember operates the UK's first all-electric intercity bus service, offering frequent routes between major Scottish cities and connections to Edinburgh Airport. The service emphasizes zero-emission travel, real-time live tracking, flexible ticketing, and a passenger-focused experience with comfortable seating, USB charging, and complimentary 5G Wi‑Fi. Buses accommodate bikes and wheelchairs, and friendly drivers help travelers navigate routes across Dundee, Glasgow, Edinburgh, Aberdeen, Stirling, Kinross, Fort William, Inverness, Perth and beyond.
Ember operates an all-electric intercity bus service in Scotland, connecting major cities and airports with zero-emission vehicles. The company utilizes a proprietary technology platform to coordinate operations, manage charging infrastructure, and provide real-time passenger features such as live tracking and demand-responsive stops. Its customers are travelers seeking convenient and sustainable
Ember Core Ltd
2019
for_profit
active
Industries
Primary Industry: Transportation
Categories
Funding & Financials
Debt
21000000
private
Investors
Founders
Keith Bradbury
Pierce Glennie
Leadership
Technology Stack
Products
Electric Intercity Bus Service: A network of electric buses providing zero-emission intercity travel across multiple Scottish cities and towns.
Ember OS: A proprietary technology platform managing bus network operations including timetabling, ticketing, charging, and maintenance.
ITSO Certified Smart Ticketing Technology: An in-house developed smart ticketing system compliant with UK ITSO standards for interoperable public transport tickets.