R. Robertson & Son is to launch Shetland’s first commercial bus service this Sunday (7 April 2024), offering four circular journeys every Sunday until 29 September 2024. Designed to offer visitors and cruise ship passengers with an alternative activity on Sundays when shops and public bus services are limited, the service will operate a 108-minute […]
Newport Transport has launched two new Yutong U11DD electric double-decker buses and 11 new E9L Yutong single-deckers to its fleet. Newport Transport’s fleet now boasts 57 fully-electric buses, which represents 80% of the regular non-school operation. These new vehicles mark another significant step towards the company’s ambition of an all-electric fleet by 2028. The Yutong […]
Warrington’s own Buses is seeking a Commercial Officer, who will report directly to the company’s Head of Commercial. Warrington’s Own Buses describes the role: “Can you help us rock those tenders responses, be the liaison extraordinaire with our stakeholders and spread some joy by delivering top notch customer communications? “We’re looking for someone who is […]
Wales’ Welcome Ticket free public transport scheme has come to an end. The programme was launched in March 2022 as part of a package of support measures to help Ukrainians, Afghans and other refugees to integrate more effectively in Welsh life. Over the last two years, the Welsh government estimates that around one million journeys […]
Bus and coach electric repower specialist Equipmake has upgraded 12 of First York’s Optare Versas with its electric drivetrain. The electric buses now feature Equipmake’s Zero-Emission Drivetrain (ZED) technology, which in this specification, features a 274kWh capacity battery, providing a range of 150 miles in all UK weather conditions. The delivery follows on from a […]
First Bus is now an accredited real Living Wage (RLW) employer (from 1 April 2024). Its 1,300 staff across the UK have benefited from a pay rise in line with the new commitment, says First Bus. The move brings every employee to at least £12 per hour in pay rates. These colleagues are spread across […]
Troubled Belgian manufacturer Van Hool is taking another week to secure its future. Van Hool says it remains steadfast in its pursuit of a sustainable future, despite recent challenges. Within the proceedings pending before the Mechelen Enterprise Court, Van Hool will take one extra week to safeguard the possibility of a quick restart. The company […]
Parksafe Group has entered into a fleet technology partnership with Queclink Wireless Solutions to develop telematics and connectivity systems. Under the hardware agreement, Queclink will become a primary supplier of IoT products and solutions to the company, across an extensive range of dash cameras, tracking devices and WiFi routers. “We needed a partner that shared […]