With the mandatory CPC training and numerous other tuition that staff in the industry need to go through, it is perhaps easy to think that all bases are covered in terms of training. However, are there areas of knowledge and skills that may need improving? Chris Peat spoke to a number of training providers to […]
It was purely coincidence that just six weeks before the EU referendum, the 2016 ALBUM conference was held outside of the EU on the Isle of Man, planning for it having commenced well in advance of the 2015 election which initiated the referendum process. The self governing Crown Dependency does not form part of the […]
Thamesdown Transport is a municipal bus company, wholly owned by Swindon Borough Council (SBC). With an annual turnover of £11m, it operates 85 buses, mostly in the urban area of Swindon. I met up with MD, Paul Jenkins, and some of his team, to find out more about their operation. History Thamesdown Transport is 112 […]
Said to be the largest transport festival in Wales and certainly one of the most popular, the Llandudno Festival of Transport attracts all types of road transport to Bodafon Fields on the outskirts of Llandudno, overlooking the town’s splendid bay. It is held in conjunction with the Victorian Extravaganza over the extended May Bank Holiday […]
Last year, transport technology specialist, 21st Century Technology, acquired passenger transport information system manufacturer, RSL (Regional Services Ltd). It was the beginning of something big for 21st Century Technology, as not only did it mean a chance to expand its product offerings, it also meant the Croydon based firm took on its first manufacturing facility. […]
As well as the minibus applications covered by Rob at this year’s CV Show, there were many other gems of interest making it a valuable show to attend. Chris Peat scoured the stands to bring the most relevant equipment and technology news. Accessories and vehicle equipment On the AT Industries stand, representatives were available to […]
Despite the fact that the large truck manufacturers did not take part in this year’s Commercial Vehicle Show held at the NEC Birmingham, the Show was the biggest for many years with three halls packed with over 400 exhibitors. The big truck manufacturers absence gave the van manufacturers the opportunity to take centre stage (with […]
In or Out? That is the question on everybody’s lips at the moment. But what are the consequences should we vote to stay or go? Most of us don’t have the specialist knowledge to be able to make an informed decision either way, so the CPT put together a panel of industry and business experts […]