Big Coach Conversation to challenge industry norms
An event dedicated to discussion and debate is due to challenge industry norms and understand how the coach industry can collectively work better to drive more journeys.
A joint initiative led by principal partners Comfort Del Gro, CMAC Group and Coach Hire Comparison, The Big Coach Conversation 2025 will take place on 27 March 2025 at Derbyshire County Cricket Club.
Exhibitors on the day will include First Travel Solutions, Grange Travel and JMW legal among others.
Expected to gather 200 attendees, including coach operators, drivers and industry professionals, The Big Coach Conversation is to feature interactive sessions on compliance, drivers and the latest technologies, with speakers from JMW Solicitors, C9 Recruitment and CheckedSafe confirmed. The day will conclude with the Beyond Awards, sponsored by Coach Hire Comparison, honouring outstanding coach suppliers across key categories, including National Coach Supplier of the Year and National Minibus Supplier of the Year.
“This is a unique opportunity to bring the coach industry together, promoting collaboration and innovation while addressing key challenges facing operators today” – Peter Slater, CEO of CMAC Group
Peter Slater, CEO of CMAC Group, said: “This is a unique opportunity to bring the coach industry together, promoting collaboration and innovation while addressing key challenges facing operators today. We look forward to welcoming attendees, sponsors and exhibitors to what is set to be an unmissable event for the coach sector.”
“The Big Coach Conversation is an opportunity to share experiences and celebrate the hard work of everyone in the industry” – Neil Micklethwaite, Executive Board Advisor to CMAC Group
Neil Micklethwaite, Executive Board Advisor to CMAC Group and the event’s host, said: “The coach industry usually gets badged alongside bus, yet they are so different. The Big Coach Conversation is an opportunity to share experiences and celebrate the hard work of everyone in the industry. It’s a rare chance to connect with others who live and breathe this business. We can’t wait to see the energy and ideas that come out of the day.”