First Travel Solutions has appointed Hannah Cattermer (pictured, second from right) as Business Development Manager.
She joins the managed passenger transport services specialist from the First Bus business development team and brings extensive experience in bidding and proposals across sectors including healthcare, managed services, and transport.
Appointment of Ms Cattermer completes a restructuring of the First Travel Solutions business development unit. Her arrival will help the supplier to strengthen client relationship, create bespoke transport solutions, and drive new growth opportunities.
It says that strong experience in areas including public sector procurement and end-to-end bid processes will leave Ms Cattermer able to play a key role in supporting expansion plans. She works alongside fellow Business Development Manager Paul Upton and Head of Business Development Nic Ryder.
Adds Commercial Director Richard Kirk: “Building a team with deep expertise and diverse experience has been a key part of our strategy.
“Hannah brings valuable knowledge of procurement and client management that perfectly complements the skills within our team. Together, this new structure means that we can continue to deliver on our mission to consistently provide better experiences for every client, whatever their transport challenge.”
Ms Ryder was appointed earlier in 2025 and has brought senior commercial partnership and growth experience from work at Avanti West Coast Trains, Virgin Trains, and Day Out With the Kids. Mr Upton was previously Sales Manager and has worked with clients including Team GB, West Ham United FC, and train operating company LNER.
