Changes to the Highways Code came into effect on Saturday 29 January. The amendments are intended to enhance safety for all road users. If approved by Parliament, a hierarchy of road-users will be introduced this weekend, designed to ensure quicker or heavier modes of travel have the greatest responsibility to reduce the danger or threat […]
School bus pass and ticketing platform, ShuttleID, has launched a new driver app that offers live vehicle tracking and real-time ticket scanning data, within a single system. Following a successful trial with a number of transport operators, the LIVE add-on is now available to operators who want to develop or maintain direct relationships with schools […]
An investigation of the merger between National Express and Stagecoach is being made by the Competition and Markets Authority (CMA). National Express and Stagecoach reached agreement on the terms of a recommended all-share combination on 14 December 2021. An initial enforcement order (IEO) has been made, which stops National Express or Stagecoach from disposing of […]
E-mobility specialist Quantron AG is launching its own electric city bus in an online event. Named Cizaris, it will be showcased worldwide as part of an online presentation. The event can be viewed on 16 February at 9am GMT (10am CET) here. The zero-emission city bus is initially available as a BEV version. Quantron says […]
Go-Ahead has delayed publishing its financial results for a third time as investigations continue into its rail franchise error. Trading in Go-Ahead shares was suspended at the turn of the year while accountants wrestled with the finances, and have now announced a third delay. The Newcastle-based group admitted in September 2021 that it had not […]
Alexander Dennis Ltd (ADL) has appointed Gerry Lynch as Regional Service Manager for Ireland. The development continues the investment in aftermarket facilities and support for Irish customers made by the manufacturer and its local service partner, Ardee Coach Trim. Dublin-based Gerry Lynch will be the go-to point of contact for bus and coach operators across […]
National Express Bus has won the Sword of Honour from the British Safety Council. The British Safety Council says that the Sword of Honour represents “the pinnacle of health and safety management”. Before they can compete for the Sword of Honour, companies around the world must have first achieved a maximum five star rating as […]
East Yorkshire Buses has restarted its Chatty Bus project, with a static bus stationed at Beverly to not only provide a listening ear but to recruit more ‘befrienders.’ The scheme was brought to a close by social distancing but, as restrictions ease, has restarted. Partner in the project, Age UK Hull, reports a huge increase […]