Development work has started on a £30 million package of bus priority measures for services between Birmingham, Sandwell and Dudley. The work is expected to improve reliability and journey times on commuter routes. The measures will include new bus lanes, priority junctions and bus gates, with new state-of-the-art bus stops offering real time information along […]
British technology company Zipabout has created a solution that enables transport operators to connect with brands, businesses and retailers of all sizes and reward passengers for using public transport. The solution is designed to improve passenger experience and loyalty by offering rewards and even a thank you for returning to public transport. It can also […]
The Coach Tourism Association has broadly welcomed the ‘roadmap’ from which it is hoped the UK will emerge from lockdown. Commenting on the government’s announcement on its Roadmap, CTA chair Robert Shaw said: “The prime minister’s announcement yesterday on a Roadmap out of Covid-19 lockdown for England is very welcome. While there are still a […]
Electric vehicle developer, Arrival, is to begin trials of its zero-emission bus with First. The trials, which will see Arrival buses navigating existing First Bus routes in the UK, are due to begin this autumn. Arrival unveiled its electric bus last June. It is designed to reduce operating costs for operators, which the company envisions […]
CEO of inbound tourism trade body UKinbound, Joss Croft, says she is pleased the Government has included international inbound tourism in its plans to ease lockdown restrictions. Regarding the Prime Minister’s roadmap out of lockdown, Joss said: “We’re really pleased that the Prime Minister has listened to the industry and has included international inbound tourism […]
Responding to the Prime Minister’s roadmap to removing lockdown restrictions, transport and travel union TSSA asks what support will be given to both industries while Covid restrictions remain in place. Manuel Cortes, TSSA General Secretary, said: “While there is light at the end of the tunnel, the Prime Minister today left many industries with ongoing […]
The Confederation of Passenger Transport (CPT) has responded to the Prime Minister’s announcement on the roadmap out of lockdown restrictions. On the topic of bus, Chief Executive of the CPT, Graham Vidler, said: “Bus services will be vital in helping people get back to school, work and in time to meet family and friends. “Throughout […]
Alexander Dennis Ltd (ADL) and BYD UK are introducing a shorter version of the partnership’s BYD ADL Enviro400EV double-decker. With its more compact wheelbase, the 10.3m long model is designed to increase manoeuvrability when navigating congested roads and tight corners. The partnership launched the double deck BYD ADL Enviro400EV in 2019, enabling the electrification of […]