New Flyer buys MCI

Motor Coach Industries International (MCI) has been sold to New Flyer Industries by KPS Capital Partners for a consideration of approximately $480m/£315.84m. MCI is a major manufacturer of intercity coaches in the US and Canada, providing 24 hour technical support, technician training and an extensive aftermarket parts and repair service. Headquartered in Des Plaines, Illinois, […]

SPT selects Solos

Strathclyde Partnership for Transport (SPT) has purchased a further five Optare Solos to be used on subsidised local bus services, including the demand-responsive MyBus service, a bookable bus service offering door-to-door transport in urban and rural areas. This follows an investment in 18 Solos earlier in the year. The 7.9m, Euro5, slim line Solos are […]

News in Brief

Free Beverley coach parking for Festival East Riding of Yorkshire Council is offering free parking, together with a meet and greet service, for coach operators wishing to attend the Festival of Christmas in Beverley on 13 December. Last year’s event attracted 40 coaches to the town for the all-day event. Coach operators must book in […]

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