National Highways has issued a warning to road users as Storm Kathleen is expected to bring high winds to the west of the UK tomorrow (6 April 2024). National Highways has issued the advice following yellow Met Office weather warnings for the north west and south west of England from 8am to 10pm tomorrow. The […]
National Express is adding more than 5,000 extra seats across its UK-wide coach network. The move is in response to meet expected extra demand in light of the remaining Easter break and rail strikes disrupting travel plans. National Express expects to carry over 13% more passengers during the upcoming strike weekend and has added around […]
JG Travel Group has hosted over 100 drivers on its ‘Driver’s Academy’ programme of training seminars. The events have been held at its headquarters in Cheltenham on various dates in January, February and March 2024. Now in its 13th year, drivers from the group’s various coach suppliers attended the courses which are timed to coincide […]
ABTA and RHA Coaches have launched a new partnership which aims to enhance the benefits received by coach travel companies within each organisation’s membership, and amplify the voice of the coach travel sector. As part of the partnership, ABTA and RHA Coaches will increase their collaboration across a range of areas, including public affairs – […]
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 […]
As alluded to in B&CB’s coverage from the UKCOA conference earlier this month, Volvo Buses has announced an electric intercity PCV chassis suitable for coach applications. The new Volvo BZR Electric is a global platform for city, intercity and commuter operations. It is offered in several configurations, including high-floor, to maximise the possibilities for efficient, […]
In recognition of the need for continued support for fleet technicians, ZF Aftermarket has developed its [pro]Service offering tailored to the specific needs of commercial vehicle (CV) workshops. ZF [pro]Service is a comprehensive workshop programme designed to provide personalised solutions for PCV workshops. It is designed to deliver tailored service solutions to enhance the efficiency […]