Dorset based Heathside Travel has taken delivery of a new Irizar Integral i6S Efficient luxury coach. The 12.2-metre vehicle, powered by a Paccar MX11 330kW (449bhp) engine paired with ZF Ecolife automatic transmission reinforces Heathside’s commitment to delivering stylish, comfortable and environmentally conscious travel experiences. It is finished in a striking purple metallic paint with […]
Go-Ahead has announced the appointment of Andy Edwards as Managing Director, Go-Ahead London where he was previously Operations Director, driving performance improvements across the business, securing new contracts and laying the foundations for future success. In addition to his achievements in London, Andy brings valuable international experience, having previously been Managing Director of Go-Ahead Singapore […]
MPs from the All-Party Parliamentary Group (APPG) for Buses and Coaches gathered in Old Palace Yard, Westminster in support this year’s Catch the Bus Month campaign led by Bus Users UK. Parliamentarians from across the political spectrum joined forces to promote the huge social, economic and environmental benefits of these vital services. Around 10 million […]
Black Cat Travel, a family business based in Harmston, just south of Lincoln has taken delivery of is its first ever brand-new double decker which has been christened ‘Smudge’ in the operator’s series of cat-themed names for its vehicles. The new Alexander Dennis Enviro400 offers 85 seats with three-point belts and USB charging ports. Its […]
Stagecoach South West has appointed VEV to design, build and manage high-powered DC charging infrastructure across three depot locations in Devon: Barnstaple, Torquay and Exeter. The comprehensive charging network will deliver a combined capacity of 7,200kW, supporting the operator’s introduction of a fleet of 110 electric buses by early 2026. Construction has started at the […]
“Five years ago, we invited coach operators to join us. We had a clear rationale for moving into the PSV space given the many synergies between HGVs and coaches. And most will agree it was the right move, perhaps even some of the sceptics who didn’t see it at the time. “We established National Coach […]
Alexander Dennis‘ Enviro100AEV autonomous electric bus was shown to the public for the first time at Cenex Expo exhibition at Millbrook Proving Ground. The bus is one of two destined for the Connector project, led by the Greater Cambridge Partnership, where they will link Trumpington park & ride and Babraham Road park & ride sites with Cambridge […]
Irizar UK has appointed Darren Fuller as Aftersales Manager for Irizar e-mobility. The move is expected to further enhance the company’s customer support as demand for sustainable transport solutions continues to grow. With over 27 years of experience in the PSV and HGV sectors, Darren brings extensive technical and operational expertise to the Irizar team. […]