Bus & Coach Buyer is awaiting confirmation that Treka Bus, the West Yorkshire company which manufactures minibuses, has applied to appoint administrators. Treka Bus, based in Brighouse, is a trading division of Bolton-based vehicle technology business WNV Tech, which includes Mellor, Coleman Milne, and several other trading entities. According to Thde Business Desk (STORY HERE) […]
The RHA has launched guidance to help operators run apprenticeships. It sets out the benefits of taking on apprentices and examines the various options and good practice to help operators make the right choices to support their businesses. ‘A Guide to Running an Apprenticeship in England’ advises operators about an employer’s responsibilities, choosing courses and training […]
Mellor projects what it calls ‘record-breaking revenue’ for 2023, with over £85M turnover of the Bus Division and an output of 900 units for the year. Such growth has been underpinned by a 40% workforce growth since 2019, according to the company. Mellor believes its success is down to what it calls strategic milestones, which […]
The Coach Tourism Association is staging a member Winter Networking event in Exeter on 19-20 November 2023. Hosted at the Courtyard by Marriott Exeter Sandypark hotel and including dinner at the Mercure Exeter Rougemont Hotel, the event is supported by Visit Exeter. It starts with a fam trip to Sidmouth with the coach supplied by […]
Managed ground transport specialist CMAC Group has entered a strategic partnership with Coach Hire Comparison, acquiring 51% of the business. The strategic move will see CMAC integrate Coach Hire Comparison into its existing business, utilising existing resources and technology to accelerate growth in the UK while supporting CMAC Group’s international expansion plans. This move offers […]
The UK has replaced the EU block exemption for motor vehicles with new legislation which strengthens protection against parts monopoly, ensuring operators can buy OE from independent suppliers. The block exemption was introduced in 2003 by the EU to prevent vehicle manufacturers monopolising spares supply to get an unfair advantage. In the new legislation – […]
The UK’s new bus and coach market fell by 0.6% in the first quarter of 2023, with 968 new vehicles registered, according to figures published today by the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT). With passenger numbers still low since the sharp decline in ridership caused by the pandemic, the overall market remains tough, […]
Rel Capital has bought South Mimms Travel and Regs Coaches in £2m deal, marking their fifth coach company acquisition in two years. The deal marks a change in acquisition strategy from struggling/distressed opportunities, to buying profitable retirement sales, says REL Capital, which said it is paying two to three times stabilised earnings on purchases. Andy […]