This acquisition saw rivalry develop between Blue Bus and FirstBus, with Blue Bus moving onto the 400 TransLancs Express service and introducing an X9 express service into Manchester. Both companies eventually withdrew and the services were withdrawn.
The acquisition led to a surge in rivalry between Blue Bus and FirstBus, as Blue Bus secured the 400 TransLancs Express route and launched an X9 express service in Manchester. Ultimately, both firms decided to disengage, causing the services to be terminated.