News that the government is to set up a UK Bus Manufacturing Expert Panel has been welcomed by the Confederation of Passenger Transport (CPT). The Expert panel is to bring together industry experts and local leaders to explore ways to ensure the UK remains a leader in bus manufacturing, help local authorities deliver on their […]
Go-Ahead is today (8 October) announcing a major £500 million investment to decarbonise its fleet. The investment is set to fund the manufacturing of up to 1,200 zero-emission buses over the next three years. It includes creating a new dedicated manufacturing line and partnership with Wrightbus. For every vehicle manufactured, ten trees will be planted […]
Stagecoach is launching a new marketing campaign targeting working adults, focusing on common commuting challenges like congestion, weather and parking costs. The campaign, titled ‘Sometimes, It’s Time for the Bus’, features three videos that depict relatable situations: bad weather, after-work drinks and the rising cost of parking, encouraging commuters to see the bus as a […]
Alfa Leisureplex Group of Chorley, Lancs, has been accredited as Real Living Wage employers by the Living Wage Foundation, voluntarily signing up to a commitment to pay more than the legal minimum wage. The commitment means that all employees of the Alfa Leisureplex Group – including Alfa Coaches – will receive a minimum hourly wage […]
Stagecoach has welcomed Under-Secretary of State for Local Transport, Simon Lightwood MP, to its Barnsley depot. Joining him on his visit was Bus Users UK, South Yorkshire Mayor Oliver Coppard and representatives from local disability user group Transport for All. The visit was made in support of the Bus Users UK led Catch the Bus […]
McGill’s Buses’ Glasgow Nightbus service has won the Best Bus Service award at the UK National Transport Awards 2024. The award recognises McGill’s commitment to transforming Glasgow’s night-time public transport and providing a vital service to the city’s residents, visitors and businesses. The award-winning night-time bus network, introduced in August last year following the withdrawal […]
Lothian has been named Bus Operator of the Year at the National Transport Awards. The award celebrates the strong performance of Lothian over the last 12 months, which includes delivering 110 million customer journeys in 2023. “Our people make Lothian a great place to work, and this award is a testament to their hard work […]
A fleet of 34 Wrightbus Hydroliners representing a £16m spend by Surrey County Council are to go the road. Run on ‘green’ hydrogen, the mix of single-decks and ‘deckers have a range of up to 600 miles. They have been built with Wi-Fi, charging points and social seating on board. Over the coming weeks, 23 […]