Stuart Render

Journalist, routeone
61 Articles

Atkinsons Coaches: Celebrating a century of service

Four generations have steered H. Atkinson and Sons (Ingleby) Ltd through thick…

Cozy Travel – operating to the drum beat of the industry

Established by the father, managed by the sons, and with a grandson…

Pay and rates growth: Are they bringing fresh change?

With driver recruitment a challenge, incentives have been one option on the…

Buckleys Coach Holidays: Family values, firm foundations

From father to son, doing things ‘the right way’ has seen South…

Occasional EU drivers’ records change: Industry responds

The Department for Transport has relaxed its approach to how hours records…

Apps and e-ticketing: A wide suite of options

The development of apps and other digital solutions for almost every area…

In-house operator training targets driver shortages

With many coach operators reeling from a shortage of drivers, what can…

From Portugal to Pontyclun

Heading to the UK in search of a better life for his…

Moving forward but uncertain times ahead

With a fleet of 36 electric vehicles delivering a step change for…

Two Husbands, Two Wives, Two Coaches

When you visit an operator called John Martin Coaches, you might expect…