Stagecoach is offering its top suppliers free training to help support its wider sustainability goals. The Sustainable Suppliers Training Programme, an initiative from the United Nations Global Compact (UNGC) UK Network, is an international training project focused on engaging and educating suppliers on specific areas of the ten principles of the UNGC, the sustainable development […]
Stagecoach South has appointed George Cooper as its new Commercial Manager. George’s career in transport began during his university years, working part-time as a bus driver, ticket seller, and coach driver. In 2017, he joined a graduate scheme with a major transport operator, which took him to Dublin, where he progressed to the role of […]
London’s next proposed Superloop express bus service has been announced between Abbey Wood and North Greenwich, via Thamesmead and Woolwich. The plan is intended to develop the city’s network of express bus routes to connect even more places in outer London. The bus route would support the early stages of regeneration plans in the Thamesmead […]
Warrington’s Own Buses is proud to announce it has achieved the International Standard – ISO 45001. The certification recognises its commitment to workplace health and safety. ISO 45001 focuses on preventing injuries and illness, eliminating hazards, and constantly improving safety practices. The company uses a continuous improvement cycle of Plan, Do, Check, and Act (PDCA) for […]
Chartwell Bus Sales has sold Coastal Coaches of Warton near Preston its first double-deckers. The two buses are Alexander Dennis Enviro400s. Finished to a high standard, the buses are equipped with 85 belted seats, USB ports and alloy wheels. Following their recent repaint, as a special touch, they have been named Lady Ena and Sir […]
Alexander Dennis says it will again have a comprehensive range of stock-built buses throughout 2025. The Alexander Dennis stock programme now includes the electric Enviro100EV ‘big small bus’ as well as the Enviro200 single-decker and the Enviro400 double-decker. The manufacturer’s stock specification has been enhanced for 2025 to deliver an even better experience for drivers […]
More than 200 million free bus journeys have now been made by under-22-year-olds since the Scottish Government introduced free bus travel for under 22s three years ago. Through the 2025-26 Budget, the Scottish Government will provide £409 million for concessionary bus travel, providing access to free bus travel for almost 2.3 million people. To mark […]
Her Royal Highness The Princess Royal has visited Hornsby Bus & Coach to celebrate the business’s 110th year serving the North Lincolnshire community. The Princess Royal met members of the Hornsby family, some of the company’s staff, selected suppliers and supporters of the business. During the visit The Princess Royal toured the offices and depot […]