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 […]
BYD has delivered its 5000th electric bus for Europe to Umove, a major public transport operator in Denmark who will operate it in Copenhagen. The milestone vehicle is also the first BYD eBus B12.b to be delivered in Europe, marking a significant step forward in sustainable public transportation. The B12.b is equipped with BYD’s Blade […]
Otokar and global bus manufacturer Daimler Buses have signed an agreement for the production of conventionally powered Mercedes-Benz Conecto buses at Otokar’s factory in Sakarya, Turkey, starting from September 2026. Till Oberwörder, CEO of Daimler Buses, Süer İsmail Sülün, President & CEO of Mercedes-Benz Türk A.Ş, and Aykut Özüner, CEO of Otokar were signatory to […]
The Scottish Government is meeting its commitment to improve bus infrastructure across Scotland by committing £20m to support the development and construction of a wide range of projects, from bus lanes and bus priority signals to accessible features and transport hubs. These improvements are designed to shorten journey times, increase reliability, and improve integration with […]
INDCAR, a leading Spanish company in the design and manufacture of minibus bodies, has entered into an integration agreement with the Spanish car body maker Car-bus.net. This strategic operation is part of its international growth and expansion plan, thereby strengthening the company’s position in the industry and broadening its product offering. With this acquisition, INDCAR […]
Wrightbus has heralded the next generation of coachbuilders by welcoming 47 new apprentices to its Ballymena headquarters. They are embarking on a four-year apprenticeship including study at the Northern Regional College in Ballymena and Transport Training Services in Crumlin and will mix studies with on-the-job experience. The apprenticeships will enable the students to work toward […]
Go-Ahead has announced the appointment of Andy Edwards as Managing Director, Go-Ahead London where he was previously Operations Director, driving performance improvements across the business, securing new contracts and laying the foundations for future success. In addition to his achievements in London, Andy brings valuable international experience, having previously been Managing Director of Go-Ahead Singapore […]
MPs from the All-Party Parliamentary Group (APPG) for Buses and Coaches gathered in Old Palace Yard, Westminster in support this year’s Catch the Bus Month campaign led by Bus Users UK. Parliamentarians from across the political spectrum joined forces to promote the huge social, economic and environmental benefits of these vital services. Around 10 million […]