Around 20 operators attended the Higer ‘soft launch’ event, with two vehicles sold on the day. Held at its extensive facility in Dublin, it gave operators a first look at the new Euro 6 Super 9. The 35-seat vehicle is powered by a Cummins ISB6.7E5 300bhp engine coupled to an Allison T325R automatic gearbox with […]
Caetano has unveiled its all-new Levante III – the coach synonymous with National Express – in an exclusive press preview. B&CB readers will get their chance to see it in the metal at Coach and Bus UK 2017 on 4 and 5 October, but here’s a sneak peek to whet your tastebuds. Take it from us, […]
Accommodation at Used Coach & Bus Live! Here are a selection of hotels and B&Bs close to Newark Showground. Ramada Resort Grantham Hotel Toll Bar Road, Marston, Grantham, Lincs Approximately 15 minutes drive from Newark Showground. Rooms from £55.00 per person, based on 2 people sharing, inclusive of full English Breakfast and complimentary use of […]
Stagecoach’s ‘Pledge to help’… Stagecoach has launched a new initiative to provide further support for bus passengers and staff with mental health conditions across the UK. The operator’s ‘Pledge to help’ scheme aims to improve the experiences of employees and customers with mental health problems, including enhanced training and awareness programmes and additional support for employees. […]
Transdev and FirstBus in Leeds have teamed up to offer a ‘£1 add on’ ticket for destinations in the Leeds city area for customers heading into Leeds from Ripon and Harrogate. The companies have joined forces so customers on Transdev’s ‘the 36’, which serves Ripon, Harrogate, Leeds, can now buy one ticket onboard that will […]
The London Borough of Redbridge and Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport (CILT UK) annual compliance event aimed primarily at local authority operators is being held on Wednesday February 17 from 08.30 to 15.00 (Conference 10.00-13.00). The event combines a practical conference session with an exhibition of equipment, particularly wheelchair accessible passenger vehicles and is […]
Free Beverley coach parking for Festival East Riding of Yorkshire Council is offering free parking, together with a meet and greet service, for coach operators wishing to attend the Festival of Christmas in Beverley on 13 December. Last year’s event attracted 40 coaches to the town for the all-day event. Coach operators must book in […]