Public transport in Christchurch, New Zealand, consists of bus services operated by two bus companies supported by a ferry, all jointly marketed as Metro, a division of Environment Canterbury (ECan).
The new Bus Interchange in August 2015
Metrocard issued by Environment Canterbury for use on Metro services
A newer version of the Metrocard
Metrostickki (mobile version) issued by Environment Canterbury for use on Metro services
Ritchies Transport is a New Zealand private bus operator, owned by KKR. It was established in 1972 and describes itself as "the largest privately owned bus and coach transport operator in New Zealand" with a fleet of over 1500 vehicles spread across depots nationwide. It owns a 46% stake in InterCity.
Ritchies Transport Alexander Dennis Enviro200XLB in AT Metro livery
Ritchies is a significant shareholder in InterCity