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MCV opening Volvo-dedicated production line

Volvo Buses’ bodybuilding partner MCV is now opening an all-new, Volvo-dedicated special production line. The new MCV plant produces the Volvo 7900 Electric and Electric Artic city buses, as well as the Volvo 8900 Electric for European markets. The new facility is located at MCV’s premises outside Cairo, Egypt. MCV began producing complete Volvo electric buses […]

Young Bus Professionals Conference heads to Southampton

The next Young Bus Professionals conference will be held in Southampton on Wednesday 1 and Thursday 2 October, starting with a behind-the-scenes tour of bus refurbishment centre, Hants & Dorset Trim, on the Wednesday afternoon and followed by dinner with after-dinner speaker Matt Carney, CEO Bus at Go-Ahead Group, giving his insights and observations of […]

‘Coach giants’ unite – NatEx appoints new MD and prepares to combine with Alsa

National Express has appointed Javier Martinez Prieto as its new managing director. Javier has over 30 years’ experience working at Alsa, Mobico Group’s Spanish transport division, most recently serving as Purchasing and Maintenance Director. He is tasked with driving forward National Express’ strategic growth, strengthening its competitive position. His appointment comes as National Express and […]

Sarah Boyd to oversee bus/tram integration

Lothian has announced the appointment of Sarah Boyd as its Chief Executive to oversee the further integration of Lothian Buses and Edinburgh Trams. This follows the decision of City of Edinburgh Council, Lothian’s Majority Shareholder, in 2020 to review the governance structure of its Transport Arms’ Length Organisations (ALEOs) to achieve a more integrated approach […]

Alexander Dennis sites now planned to stay open

After announcing plans to close its Scottish manufacturing sites earlier this year, Alexander Dennis is to keep the facilities open and operational. The news follows intensive engagement with internal and external stakeholders. The proposal was made possible through the advocacy and intervention of the Scottish Government and Scottish Enterprise, combined with the company’s trade union […]