ABTOT has extended its agreement to run Bonded Coach Holidays (BCH) as a tailored consumer protection scheme for the Confederation of Passenger Transport’s (CPT’s) coach tour operator members until 2029. Since taking over the scheme in 2021, ABTOT has welcomed 20 new coach tour operators under the BCH banner. With the scheme now its 30th […]
Stockport’s new transport interchange and rooftop park will open next month. The new facility is due to welcome bus passengers from Sunday 17 March, with the new rooftop park opening the following day. The multi-million pound development is to feature 18 bus stands with the capacity for 164 departures an hour. It is intended to […]
More than 10 million journeys have been made by young people in the north east of England since the launch of specially priced fares for youngsters in the region were introduced. The region-wide £1 single and £3 day ticket for those aged 21-and-under using public transport was launched in the north east in May 2023. […]
Ticketing system specialist TransMach is targeting major growth in 2024 following the appointment of Kirsty Darby as Sales Account Manager, a new role for the London-based business. Bringing more than 15 years’ experience in transport customer support and data management to the TransMach team, Kirsty will lead initiatives to grow existing client relationships, while engaging with operators […]
Britain’s new bus, coach and minibus market is growing back after three challenging years, according to the latest figures published today by the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT). There were 4,932 new units registered in 2023, representing a 44.6% increase on 2022 levels as passenger confidence continues to return, although uptake remains 16% […]
Pulhams Coaches has appointed Stuart Exler to lead its new training academy as part of the company’s growth plans. Stuart joined Oxford Bus Company eight years ago as a driver, before becoming a recruitment co-ordinator and driving instructor in a role he has held for the last five years. He will now oversee the recruitment […]
Reading Buses has launched eight new buses on its lion 4 and X4 routes. The new buses feature coffee shop-style flooring and tables, high-back seats, glazed staircases and skylights. All the vehicles have USB, USB-C and wireless charging facilities, seatback phone holders, tables for working, tinted windows, and an air chill system upstairs. The company […]
ComfortDelGro‘s wholly-owned subsidiary CityFleet Networks has acquired CMAC Group, a ground transport management and accommodation network specialist for £80.2 million. CMAC has an extensive network of approved and certified suppliers to provide around-the-clock specialised pre-planned and on-demand emergency passenger transport and accommodation solutions to businesses in the rail, travel, healthcare, corporate and public sectors. Its […]