Lothian is ‘Bus Operator of the Year’
Lothian has been named Bus Operator of the Year at the National Transport Awards.
The award celebrates the strong performance of Lothian over the last 12 months, which includes delivering 110 million customer journeys in 2023.
“Our people make Lothian a great place to work, and this award is a testament to their hard work and dedication” – Sarah Boyd, Managing Director of Lothian
Sarah Boyd, Managing Director of Lothian, said: “I am absolutely delighted that Lothian have been recognised as Bus Operator of the Year at the National Transport Awards.
“Our people make Lothian a great place to work, and this award is a testament to their hard work and dedication to ‘getting it right’ in delivering for our customers on a daily basis.
“This award belongs to them, and I would like to take this opportunity to thank every one of our people for their passion, commitment and loyalty.”
Across 2023, Lothian delivered over 110 million customer journeys, which represented a 17% increase from 2022. As a result, Lothian was able to return a dividend of £3.2m to shareholders.
At the event in London, Lothian driver Thomas Fair was also highly commended in the Frontline Employee category for his fast actions when a customer went into labour on his bus.
“I’m incredibly proud that Lothian Buses and Edinburgh Trams have won Bus and Tram Operator of the Year at the National Transport Awards 2024″ – Transport and Environment Convener, Cllr Stephen Jenkinson
Transport and Environment Convener, Cllr Stephen Jenkinson, said: “I’m incredibly proud that Lothian Buses and Edinburgh Trams have won Bus and Tram Operator of the Year at the National Transport Awards 2024 in London yesterday evening.
“The fact that our city took home the top prize in both categories is testament to the quality of our integrated, green and affordable transport network which serves our visitors and residents day in and day out.
“Our bus and tram services are key to creating a better connected, environmentally friendly and sustainable city for all – and to meeting our ambitious 2030 climate targets. I’m clear that improving and expanding these networks remains a key priority for the Capital. We’re very fortunate to have such talented, dedicated and hardworking colleagues working to keep Edinburgh moving and they have my sincere thanks.”