Last night’s announcement by the Prime Minister that lockdown ending is to be postponed until 19 July has elicited concerned responses from the industry. Commenting on the announcement, Confederation of Passenger Transport (CPT) Chief Executive, Graham Vidler, said: “Despite the delay to step 4 of the roadmap, millions of people still need to travel each […]
First Bus has pledged its support for the Tomorrow’s Engineers Code launched by EngineeringUK. The Code is a commitment to work toward common goals to increase the diversity and number of young people in valuable engineering careers. It acknowledges the need to ensure engineering is an accessible career so that the UK has a diverse […]
Alexander Dennis Ltd (ADL) has unveiled its first zero-emission, tri-axle double-decker. The Enviro500EV CHARGE is the North American all-electric version of the bus. The vehicle includes all the usual benefits that come with ADL’s double deck buses, including panoramic views and low floor entry. It also features full independent front suspension for a smoother and […]
Farnborough International is planning to acquire Innovation and Technology in Transport (ITT) Hub from Binswood Media. ITT Hub is set to be one of the first major business events to take place in the UK and the largest of its kind in the road transport sector for almost 40 years when it launches on 30 […]
Brighton-based independent bus operator, The Big Lemon, is having four Higer STEED electric buses delivered. The addition of the vehicles follows its successful application to the DfT’s Ultra-Low Emission Bus Fund in 2018. It has also received continued support of investors in its community to acquire the new buses. The addition of the STEEDs to […]
The Scottish Government has approved additional expenditure of up to £35.4 million to enable bus operators to maintain services during the pandemic. The new funding extends the support of up to £61.4 million that the Scottish Government has already made available in 2021-22, and up to £191.3 million that was available in 2020-21. “This additional […]
National Express is now offering carbon offsetting as part of its booking process. To offset their travel footprint, passengers can include climate action at checkout or visit a dedicated website when ordering a ticket. The offset programme is sourced and handled by the Norwegian climate and technology company CHOOOSE and will directly support projects that […]
Liverpool City Region’s planned hydrogen bus fleet could double in size. Funding is already in place to buy 20 double-decker hydrogen buses to initially serve the city region’s busiest route, the 10A between St Helens and Liverpool city centre. There is currently an ongoing procurement process for the hydrogen bus, with no manufacturer yet selected. […]