Campaign for Better Transport has called on top football clubs to help fans tackle the high cost of getting to matches. In letters sent to the Chief Executives of all Premier League clubs, the organisation highlights research showing supporters want better choices in how they get to games and want their clubs to do more […]
Following local community support, the No.4 service from Sheffield Interchange to Bents Green via Psalter Lane has grown in popularity by 117% and now carries over 1,600 passengers a week. Dubbed the ‘People’s Bus’, the No.4 was scheduled for withdrawal last year because of low patronage. Following consultation with the community and customer feedback, the […]
Mellor Coachcraft’s parent company, Woodall Nicholson Group, has been acquired by new investors. Mosaic Private equity, RooGreen Ventures LLP and Enterprise Ventures have each invested in the business. The company has a turnover of £24m and employs 180 people at factories in Westhoughton and Rochdale. As well as Mellor Coachcraft, the Group comprises of Coleman […]
In its preliminary results for the year ended 31 March 2013, Optare earned revenue of £75.9m, a growth of 6% over the 15 month period to 31 March 2012. Labour costs were down at 7.6% of revenue, a reduction of 6%. It ended the year with a market share of 36% in the eight to […]
‘Acquired rights’ drivers of coaches and buses have less than a month to make sure they have completed their training requirements or risk being fined and even losing their livelihood, DSA and VOSA warn. The Office of the Traffic Commissioner has also reiterated the need for operators to be aware of their drivers’ training hours […]
Following feedback from the industry, the government has announced two exceptions from the Driver CPC requirements affecting around 76,000 licence holders who drive PCVs or HGVs for the purpose of repairing or delivering them. To be implemented in the Autumn, the move is expected to save UK businesses £29m and covers most of the issues […]
trent barton and Mansfield Town FC are both celebrating successes this year. The football team has been promoted to the Football League, whilst the operator is marking a successful first year for its revamped ‘threes’ service. Following a £1.9m investment last year, the service between Mansfield and Nottingham has become the fastest growing route in […]
First Aberdeen has launched a new ticket for Aberdeen FC fans, or the ‘Red Army’ as they are affectionately known. Season ticket holders can now buy a return for £3.30, a saving of up to £1.20. They can also buy a group ticket, which allows four people to travel to the match for £10.