According to the latest research by Close Brothers Asset Finance, 20% of transport bosses in the UK report they have seen staff absence levels rise in the last 12 months. The Close Brothers Business Barometer, which canvasses the opinion of SME owners from a variety of sectors across the UK on a quarterly basis, further […]
Heathrow Airport is considering introducing charges for using its West Ramp Coach Park for the financial year 2014/15. A meeting of operators is to take place on 7 February at 11.00. However, places are limited. Anyone wishing to attend should e-mail [email protected]
Preparatory work for town centre improvements in Leigh and Atherton is now under way as part of Transport for Greater Manchester’s (TfGM) bus priority scheme. The improvements include new bus lanes and bus stops, as well as enhanced junctions, better pedestrian crossings and improved provision for cyclists. All works are due for completion later this […]
Bookings for the ALBUM Conference 2014 in Edinburgh are filling up fast, according to its organisers Lothian Buses, with over 70% of places taken so far. Demand for exhibition stands have been good, with companies including Volvo, Scania, Alexander Dennis, Wrightbus and more already booking their places. The theme of the conference is ‘Innovate, Integrate, […]
Parent company of Mellor Coachcraft, Woodall Nicholson Group, has announced the launch of CM Specialist Vehicles. Evolved from the long established specialist vehicles division at Coleman Milne and with Graham Clow heading the operation, the new brand has been structured to deliver the highest standard bespoke vehicle solutions with a commitment to the Emergency Services […]
Entries for the sixth annual UK Coach Awards officially close on 17 January. To submit an entry but need a few more days, e-mail Pat or Margaret at [email protected] or call 0870 900 1450. Judging and mystery shopping will take place shortly, with a shortlist announcement in February. The awards ceremony will take place on […]
David Morris of DRM Bus has recently received delivery of the last automatic Euro5 six-wheeler Omni Link right hand drive to come off Scania’s production line. The bus has a seating capacity of 53 and 49 standees, making it ideal for the large numbers of school children and concessions carried. It features CCTV, a next […]
Volvo Bus has secured an order for 63 Volvo B8Rs from the Ministry of Defence (MoD) for delivery over the next 12 months. Asset supply specialists, Babcock Land, acted on behalf of the MoD as lease provider and has worked alongside Volvo Bus and Plaxton to confirm the Euro6 order. The manufacturers will supply 53 […]