See them yourselves Operators who are able to get to Whitburn in the next few days can have the chance to see and drive both the new GT and the new GTR Tourings and see Coachtraders new premises. Both models will be on Show 09.00 to 18.00 every day from Friday 22 to Saturday 30 […]
Hot on the heels of the introduction of Setra’s ComfortClass and TopClass coach ranges, the company has unveiled a new family of entry level Setra models that extend the existing MultiClass product range. Available in three lengths initially, they come in below the existing MultiClass offering with more basic specifications. This will enable the Setra […]
On Monday night I went to CPT London & South East’s Transport Manager’s Workshop evening in Newmarket and was pleasantly surprised by the large number of operators present. Many were well known to me while others I’d not met before. There’s a report in this week’s issue so I won’t go into the content here, […]
First has recently experienced significant growth in passenger numbers across its Greater Manchester and West Yorkshire networks. Compared to the same period last year, it is now carrying an extra 150,000 customers a week in Greater Manchester, an 8% growth. Over the last 12 months, the company has introduced a range of service improvements, which […]
Feedback It was obvious from the smiles on their faces that operators hugely enjoyed their day. I spoke to a number about the experience. Neil Pegg, MD of City Circle commented, ‘I was very impressed. I’ve been impressed by the vehicle and impressed by the place. The presentation was very informative. It was interesting seeing […]
Macmillan has won Arriva Midlands’ charitable Local Derby. The competition saw teams from both the Derbyshire branch of Macmillan and local disability charity Umbrella lobby for votes in an attempt gain the highest percentage of a £10,000 prize pot. The cancer charity secured 53% of the vote, winning them £5,345 of the money, with the […]
First Borders has launched a major recruitment campaign as it looks to improve services for its customers. The company has created 20 positions which are available immediately and hopes to recruit additional drivers in the New Year. The employment drive complements service improvements that First plans to implement in the Borders in the New Year. […]
National Express has signed a new partnership with the Post Office, ensuring customers can now buy National Express and Eurolines coach tickets at over 11,000 Post Office branches nationwide. It also means people can purchase their travel insurance and foreign currency at the Post Office at the same time as they buy their coach travel. […]