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 […]
CPT has joined the Institute for Apprenticeships and Technical Education’s (IfATE) Directory of Professional and Employer-led Bodies (The ‘Employer Directory’) to help shape the future of apprenticeships and technical education. CPT says inclusion on the Employer Directory emphasises the trade body’s position at the forefront of skills and its role in developing the future workforce […]
Young Bus Managers Network has relaunched with the new name of Young Bus Professionals. The change of monicker, expanded reach of the organisation and refreshed identity are intended to ensure the Network changes with the times. The organisation has brought together hundreds of bus industry colleagues to help support the early part of their careers […]
A scheme seeing electric coach operator Ember and Jobcentre Plus team up has resulted in two newly qualified drivers. The pair of freshly qualified drivers were commended at a special celebratory event in Dundee after they completed the pilot training scheme. Using statistics from trade association Confederation of Passenger Transport (CPT) on staff shortages, Jobcentre […]
Kary-Ann McGregor has been named the FlixBus UK Driver of Year 2023. Driving services with FlixBus’ Scottish partner McGill’s Bus Group, Kary-Ann has achieved the best-rated service at FlixBus in the UK, scooping the award for her friendly and professional approach to customers. From Dundee, Kary-Ann passed her bus driving test in 2007, and began […]