Ampcontrol supports First Bus electrification ambitions
First Bus has selected electrical engineering specialist Ampcontrol to support the electrification of its bus fleets. The two companies launched…
Further three months for Wales Bus Emergency Scheme
The Bus Emergency Scheme (BES) revenue support mechanism in Wales has been granted an “initial extension” of three months beyond…
Direct carrier billing: An inclusive ticketing solution?
Direct carrier billing presents a new ticket payment method for bus users. Supplier, Debit My Mobile, explains some of the…
CPT President: As ever, a mixed bag lays before us
February is here already and much uncertainty remains over funding, air quality measures and priority. But there is cause for…
Providing coach and bus finance solutions
New purchases in coach and bus businesses often require funding. Our specialist providers are here to understand and meet operators’…
Can part-time staff mitigate bus driver shortages?
As operators move to a more flexible approach as they strive to attract and keep drivers, having ‘part-time’ on the…
Agency PCV drivers: Striking a balance is imperative
It is fair to that that it’s very rare to set out to want agency PCV drivers – but with…
‘A lot to consider for wheel fitment and security’
Wheel fitment: This is a sensitive issue to write about! There are many strong opinions (probably more than there are…
Bland by name, but definitely not by nature
Based in England’s smallest county, Bland’s operates a mix of school contract, private hire and service work. But much like…
Why bringing youth through matters to bus
Success as a manager within the bus industry demands a commercial head and people skills. Here’s why nurturing young talent…
