Events

Over three days, operators, local authorities and the media were given a chance to drive and ride in the ‘Next Generation’ Alexander Dennis double- and single-deck electric buses at UTAC/Millbrook proving ground. Welcoming the audience on the third day of the event, Chris Gall, Group Engineering Director at Alexander Dennis, said the key message to […]

The 26th edition of Busworld, the biggest dedicated bus and coach exhibition in Europe and possibly the world, was staged in Brussels over the period 7 to 12 October. Spread across nine halls of the Brussels Expo, it attracted 526 exhibitors and 222 vehicles with more demonstration buses available outside. Were we to balance the […]

In the face of rising vehicle manufacturer withdrawals and attendee concerns, the organisers behind Coach & Bus UK have announced the show, that was due to take place 8/9 November in Birmingham, has been cancelled. Event Director at Diversified Communications, Helen Conway says: “It’s with heavy hearts that we announce that Coach & Bus UK […]

Returning for its 15th edition, Transport Ticketing Global is the world’s leading event for smart ticketing and mobility. The event takes place at Olympia London on 7 – 8 March 2023. The event offers opportunities to meet leaders, decision-makers and ticketing specialists from transport operators, authorities, industry bodies and technology providers. Explore the latest industry […]

A ‘battery passport’ scheme for electric vehicles has been agreed at Davos, during the World Economic Forum convention. The passport is designed to create better traceability, ensuring vehicle batteries have been sourced sustainably and aiding the tracking of batteries through their second life and eventual recycling. Created by the Global Battery Alliance, the scheme aims […]

The Coach Tourism Association (CTA) is holding its Summer Networking Event in Glasgow from Sunday 24 to Tuesday 26 July. Members will learn about the latest developments from coach-friendly attractions and suppliers from Glasgow and across Scotland to help create new Scottish product for future coach tours and excursions. Based at Glasgow’s Crowne Plaza hotel, […]

Details of the 2022 UK Bus Awards have been announced, with plans for the contest to get under way this month. Entries will once more be invited to compete for 23 awards covering the full range of skills required to plan, promote and deliver high quality bus services to customers. The award categories are a […]