TRANSPORT hire company Ruskin Private Hire has taken on 13 black liveried LDV Convoy 17-seat minibuses in a deal worth more than £200,000 at showroom prices.

The company ordered the vehicles from LDV Direct, the on-site retail arm of the van manufacturer, which celebrates its 10th anniversary this year.

Ruskin Private Hire operates 184 vehicles and has an exclusive contract with Southwark Council to provide a school run service. The company also provides transport solutions to Kings College Hospital's patient transport service and the London Ambulance Service.

Company owner Roger Lynch said: 'We have worked with LDV over the past year and didn't have any hesitation in choosing the company as a supplier once again. The range of vehicles available have proved to be extremely reliable, customer-friendly and ideal for both our corporate and private clientele.'