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HDP, 30 years on

It’s one thing to be sharp enough to spot an opportunity but quite another to sustain a business with it for three decades. That’s what Heavy Duty Parts has done ever since its inception, which saw a young entrepreneur, Kevin Booth, and the long experience of his business partner, Jack Miles, launch the company, at […]

Franchising under Labour – a plain-English guide

The draft guidance for franchising under the Buses Bill, expected to be delivered soon, opens franchising to all local authorities but strongly endorses Enhanced Partnerships as an alternative, and includes options to operate within the franchised area. Currently, the franchising option is only available to Mayoral Combined Authorities*. Under the government’s new proposals, franchising will […]

Wrightbus hydrogen coach driveline demonstrator – a closer look

Wrightbus revealed the latest stage of its hydrogen coach development at the Cenex Expo 2024 at Millbrook proving ground in Bedfordshire today and yesterday. The low carbon vehicle show hosted the first public outing of this demonstrator. Not only is the vehicle significant in being the company’s first hydrogen coach it has worked on, but also […]

Leading the industry

There are few who would deny Bill Hiron is an industry veteran. If the extensive list of senior positions at bus companies since the ’80s doesn’t convince you of his eminence, then perhaps his recently awarded MBE for services to public transport will. Speaking to B&CB, the Stephensons of Essex Chief Executive and ALBUM Chair, […]

Senior TC and solicitor team-up for compliance masterclass

A celebratory event marking multiple anniversaries, including the IoTA’s 90th, hosted a compliance masterclass. Senior Traffic Commissioner, Richard Turfitt, took part in a two-way discussion on compliance with transport solicitor Laura Hadzik, Head of the Commercial Road Transport at legal firm JMW. During the pair’s presentation, the Senior Traffic Commissioner said there are far too […]

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