Trade body RHA is celebrating the fourth year of supporting coach operators. In late 2020, the RHA was approached by a number of influential coach operators asking it to launch a specific coach sector membership. There are now over 170 coach operator members, over 40 associate members and 2,500 vehicles across all four nations of […]
A competition by DfT and Innovate UK is now open to develop easier ways for operators to provide audible and visible information onboard rail replacement coaches. The move is intended to drive more compliance with the Public Service Vehicles (Accessible Information) Regulations 2023 (AIR). The regulation gained parliamentary approval in 2023 and has been introduced on […]
Cardiff Bus is bolstering its sustainability efforts, mitigating the future impact of its operations and reducing waste related emissions by partnering with waste specialist Envirovue. The partnership has deployed detailed waste tracking to accurately analyse and assess environmental impact, managing 109 tonnes of waste and recycling 97% of this, while investing in compaction equipment to […]
Surrey-based Falcon Coaches is electrifying its new bus fleet with the help of e-fleet solutions provider VEV. The end-to-end electrification project at Falcon’s West Byfleet depot enables the cost-effective adoption and operation of the new electric bus fleet. The first stage of the transition involves 13 new Alexander Dennis Enviro200EV electric buses being delivered in […]
Ashley Brown has been appointed the new General Manager of Johnsons and Whittles Coaches. Ashley, who has dedicated over seven years to the company across two key periods, brings a wealth of industry experience and a deep commitment to operational excellence. Having started his journey with Johnsons Coaches as a coach driver, Ashley progressed to […]
Funding of £124m is being allocated to support buses into 2026 in the south east of England. The funding allocation was launched by the Local Transport Minister, Simon Lightwood, during a visit to Aldershot. Areas like Kent, Milton Keynes, and Slough are among those receiving funding to improve buses for passengers at a level that […]
A plaque honouring London’s first female bus driver has been placed in Kingston’s recently refurbished Cromwell Road bus station. Jill Viner became the first woman to drive a London bus licensed to carry passengers back in May 1974 and is considered a pioneer in leading the way for women to drive passenger buses professionally. It […]
Passenger Lift Solutions (PLS), the UK’s largest manufacturer of wheelchair lifts and the only supplier of cassette lifts, is now an official affiliate of the Community Transport Association (CTA). This new partnership sees the company commit to a long-term collaboration with the CTA to advance the standards of community transport and enhance accessibility for passengers. […]