Flix is partnering with DKMS, an international non-profit organisation dedicated to saving the lives of patients with blood cancer and blood disorders. The long-term partnership aims to raise awareness and drive stem cell donor registration across six countries. Through the collaboration entitled ‘Your journey could save a life’, DKMS and Flix aim to make registration […]
Wrightbus has been confirmed as an exhibitor at the Euro Bus Expo. The manufacturer joins 87 exhibitors already signed up for the biennial event, returning to the NEC Birmingham on 3–5 November 2026. The show organisers say over 200 suppliers are ultimately expected to take part in the event, reflecting the full breadth of the […]
West Yorkshire Combined Authority (WYCA) has started the search for operators to take part in its planned franchised bus network. The Combined Authority has opened what it calls its ‘dynamic market’, a procurement tool, which is an open list of pre-approved operators, for the franchised system. This sets out strict criteria for any bus companies wanting […]
Alexander Dennis has delivered two Enviro200 single-deckers to Skills Motor Coaches of Nottingham. The new Enviro200s are the first Alexander Dennis single-deckers bought by the family-owned business. Each 10.8m long bus seats up to 40 passengers. They join six Enviro400 double-deckers delivered earlier this year. Skills will use its new Alexander Dennis buses when it […]
A new Coach Pilot Scheme for Newcastle Christmas Market 2025, in partnership with Newcastle NE1 BID and Destination North East, has been announced by the Confederation of Passenger Transport (CPT). Running over 15 to 16 November and 6 to 7 December 2025, the pilot aims to position Newcastle as a top UK coach-friendly destination, not only at Christmas but all year round. The scheme […]
Malcolm Batten reviews the history of dedicated bus-based park and ride operations in England, the first successful attempt at which is credited to the City of Leicester with a Christmas shopping service in 1966. In the subsequent six decades, schemes have come, and often gone again, in around 60 towns and cities, some lasting little […]
Greater Manchester’s Bee Network is rolling out Express Mode payment capability. This enables passengers to use Apple Pay to quickly and simply pay for their travel on the region’s buses and trams using an iPhone or Apple Watch. When using Express Mode with Apple Pay, passengers do not need to wake or unlock their iPhone […]
FlixBus has announced a new partnership with the Department of Tourism, Government of Rajasthan. The team-up is intended to introduce the Indian state’s vibrant culture and heritage to UK passengers. As part of the initiative, FlixBus has unveiled a custom-branded coach which showcases the rich and colourful tourism landscape of Rajasthan. The collaboration was launched […]