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# Forty new ambulances to boost region's emergency services this winter
- URL: https://www.ipswich.co.uk/forty-new-ambulances-to-boost-region-s-emergency-services-this-winter/
- Published: 2024-10-09T07:03:07.000Z
- Updated: 2026-03-16T15:33:27.000Z
- Description: The East of England Ambulance Service Trust (EEAST) will add 40 new ambulances to its fleet by December, enhancing emergency response capabilities in Ipswich and the surrounding areas.
- Author: Oliver Rouane-Williams
- Tags: News, Health & Care Services, #article, East of England Ambulance Service Trust (EEAST), #Import 2026-03-16 14:46

**The big picture:** EEAST is modernising its ambulance fleet to improve patient care and operational efficiency as winter approaches.

- 40 new Renault Master ambulances will join the Trust's fleet
- The first 20 have been delivered and will be on the road soon
- The remaining 20 are expected to be in service by the end of December
- These new vehicles will make up about 10% of the total ambulance fleet

![An East of England Renault Master ambulance](https://storage.ghost.io/c/29/1e/291e4b7f-e551-4458-b546-61963954b22f/content/images/2026/03/1728401709-new-renault-ambulance-3.png)

40 new Renault Master ambulances will join the Trust's fleet (EEAST)

**Why it matters:** The new ambulances are equipped with technology to reduce fuel consumption and emissions, contributing to cost savings and environmental protection.

- Engines automatically turn off when idling.
- This feature cuts fuel use and reduces emissions.

**What they're saying:** Wayne Lawlor, head of fleet for the Trust, said: "Our fleet of vehicles are worked hard - seven days and week – covering more than 1 million miles a month, and our Mercedes ambulances are due to be retired this year."

He added: "The new Renaults will replace these and our crews and patients will have the benefit of newer ambulances as we go into the worst months of winter."

**What's next:** The Trust plans to continue modernising its fleet beyond these 40 new ambulances.

- Additional Ford Transit and MAN TGE-based vehicles will join the fleet this autumn.
- The fleet team will work on replacing ageing Mercedes and early-generation FIAT ambulances in the coming weeks.

**The bottom line:** This significant investment in new ambulances will continue to improve emergency services for Ipswich residents as the challenging winter period approaches.

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