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Trentbarton removes cap on engineering apprentice intake

In an unprecedented move, Wellglade Group subsidiary Trentbarton has declared an intention to offer an unlimited number of engineering apprenticeships this year. The firm...

Distinctive Systems unveils new driver app

Distinctive Systems has unveiled its revamped Driver App, now accessible via the App Store and Google Play. The release marks an upgrade from its predecessor...
Bus Service Improvement Plan Plus allocations confirmed

BSIP Plus first-year funding allocations announced

£80 million has been awarded in first-year Bus Service Improvement Plan Plus (BSIP Plus) settlements to 63 local transport authorities in England as part...
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Mellor launches Sigma high-floor range

Mellor has launched its innovative high-floor electric bus, the Sigma High Floor range, which comes with a standard-fit wheelchair lift. The seven-metre Sigma 7 has...
scottish bus week

Scottish Bus Week aims to bring passengers back

The second annual Scottish Bus Week will kick off today with a comprehensive programme of activities across the country designed to get more passengers...
bus fare cap

Government publishes fare cap interim evaluation

The government's initial report on the bus fare cap in England concludes take-up of the £2 single fare offer varies "significantly by region, rurality,...

CheckedSafe partners with CMAC Group

Compliance platform CheckedSafe has announced a strategic partnership with managed transport and accommodation specialist CMAC Group. As part of the agreement, CheckedSafe plans to further...
Cambridge Peterborough Mayor Nik Johnson electric bus

Cambridgeshire Mayor restates bus franchise ambitions

Cambridgeshire and Peterborough Mayor Dr Nik Johnson reiterated his ambitions to franchise the area's bus network as he welcomed the launch of 30 new...
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National Express honours retired Director Martin Hancock

National Express Coventry has honoured former Development Director Martin Hancock for his 30 years with the company by naming a bus after him. Martin retired...
England bus funding built on BSIP Plus and BSOG Plus

BSIP Plus, BSOG Plus for England bus service funding

Bus Service Improvement Plan Plus (BSIP+) and Bus Service Operators Grant Plus (BSOG+) schemes will distribute the £300 million of funding that has been...
Andy Burnham with Bee Network electric bus

Bee Network receives first BYD ADL Enviro400EV buses

Transport for Greater Manchester (TfGM) has taken delivery of the first five of its 100 electric double-decker buses ordered from Alexander Dennis (ADL) for...