First-Bus-owned Somerset Passenger Solutions (SPS) is investing in 15 new purpose-built Wrightbus StreetDecks. The buses will be used on the operation’s routes serving the Hinkley Point C nuclear build project in Bridgwater. Continued growth at theconstruction site means more capacity demand has to be met. SPS told B&CB the 83-seat StreetDecks have driver and passenger […]
Managed ground transport specialist CMAC Group has entered a strategic partnership with Coach Hire Comparison, acquiring 51% of the business. The strategic move will see CMAC integrate Coach Hire Comparison into its existing business, utilising existing resources and technology to accelerate growth in the UK while supporting CMAC Group’s international expansion plans. This move offers […]
A Wrightbus StreetDeck Electroliner has visited the Isle of Man as part of a tour to demonstrate its zero-emission capabilities. Operator Bus Vannin has been trialling the bus on the island over the last few weeks. It has been used as part of the fleet transporting tens of thousands of visitors to the Isle of […]
Belle Vue Manchester’s oldest coach driver, John Gilbody (73) is helping the operator’s youngest recruit earn his spurs – his grandson Luie Mulcair (22). Louie joined the Stockport-based operator after being made redundant from his previous job during the pandemic. He started as a valeter and has since been offered a chance to train as […]
SWITCH Mobility has delivered six SWITCH Solo electric buses to Translink in Northern Ireland. Four buses will run routes in the Coleraine area with the remaining two on a route taking passengers to the Giant’s Causeway. “At SWITCH Mobility, we are committed to creating innovative and sustainable solutions that meet the evolving needs of our […]
Electric vehicle (EV) fleet and battery storage specialist Zenobē is partnering with National Express to deliver the first sustainable shuttle bus service to Glastonbury Festival (21 to 26 June 2023). It will provide National Express with eight electric double-decker buses to service its Bristol-Glastonbury route. Zenobē will also set up a pop-up charging station enabling […]
Anthony’s Travel has received the Commitment to the Community Award at the Halton Business Awards held on 16 June 2023 at the DCBL Stadium, Widnes, with over 400 attendees. While Anthony’s Travel has won numerous industry awards of which they say they are proud, their approach to community engagement is something they champion especially. Richard […]
Stagecoach Merseyside and South Lancashire has today (21 June 2023), announced that it will be acquiring the bus services, contracts, the majority of vehicles and employees of Liverpool independent bus operator Peoplesbus on 9 July 2023. The deal will see 21 Peoplesbus employees and 23 vehicles relocate from Peoplesbus Aintree depot to Stagecoach’s nearby Gillmoss […]