Ulsterbus has received eight Optare Versas for use in the Craigavon area. Representing an investment of around £1.2m, they will operate on the high frequency route between Lurgan and Portadown. They feature high specification seats, double wheelchair/buggy spaces and CCTV systems. Additional features include USB charging points and exterior cantrail LED lighting. They are all […]
Arriva in the North West has called for a cut in congestion. The call comes after achieving a 92% satisfaction rating for its services in Transport Focus’s latest Bus Passenger Survey (see B&CB 1423, 31 March 17). In light of the positive result, Arriva remains determined that more can be done to reverse the historic […]
The Fleet Operator Recognition Scheme (FORS) has grown substantially both in terms of membership numbers and geographical reach, according to its 2016 Annual Review. The review, which can be found on the FORS website, highlights the progress of the scheme during 2016, including an overall membership increase of 22%, with many current members also working […]
Stagecoach has donated a double decker to Joanne Vines from Lee on Solent. She was provided the bus after the operator heard of her plans to convert one to the benefit of the homeless community in Portsmouth. Joanne was inspired through her work with the Rucksack project, which collected over 10,000 rucksacks that were distributed […]
Directors of Sevenoaks bus firm, County Connect Ltd, Jordan Cousins and Alexander Edwards, have been disqualified from operating vehicles for seven years by the London and South East of England Traffic Commissioner, Sarah Bell, who also revoked the company’s licence to carry passengers, following a public inquiry last month in Eastbourne. In a written decision, […]
Volvo Buses is now starting the global launch of its latest chassis powered by the 8litre Volvo engine. The Volvo B8R and Volvo B8RLE replace the Volvo B7R and B7RLE, which saw a production run exceeding 40,000 units and sales in 65 countries. The Volvo B8R and B8RBLE have been marketed in Europe since 2013 […]
National Express West Midlands says it has caught out a 25 year old Birmingham man, who has now been jailed for contempt of court. Mykel Joseph-Allen was sentenced to nine months after claiming damages against the Birmingham based operator. Described by the operator as the ‘phantom passenger,’ he said he had been injured in a […]
MD of National Express’ UK bus division, Peter Coates, is retiring after 20 years with the company. Peter initially joined National Express from accountants Ernst & Young, becoming Finance Director of UK Bus in 1999 and then MD in 2011. He steps down from his position on 1 May 2017, but will work on strategic […]