Traveline appoints Passenger to revamp digital services
Traveline has appointed Passenger to produce its next generation of digital services, including its journey-planning app and website. The contract…
Go-Coach back in ownership of Austin Blackburn as RB6s ordered
Kent bus operator Go-Coach is back in the hands of founder Austin Blackburn (pictured) after a period under the control…
McGill’s growth plans: UK and beyond on the radar, says Chairman
Future growth of McGill’s Group could see it spread further across the UK and into other markets, Chairman Ralph Roberts…
Shaws of Maxey to continue after sale to Reg’s Coaches agreed
Shaws of Maxey will now not close in May after a late deal for sale of the business to fellow…
Pearces Coaches a further operator to be bought by Go-Ahead
The Go-Ahead Group has continued its expansion in the coach field with the acquisition of Oxfordshire operator Pearces Coaches. It…
First Bus London born as RATP Dev Transit purchase completes
FirstGroup has completed the acquisition of the RATP Dev Transit London operation, which has become First Bus London under that…
Huyton Travel bought by Tower Transit as franchising approaches
Merseyside SME operator Huyton Travel has been bought by Kelsian Group subsidiary Tower Transit. The deal brings over 30 buses…
The natural cycle of the coach industry: Will the wheel ever stop?
Like the old saying goes, as one door closes, another one opens – or alternatively, gets slammed in your face…
Coach wholesaler Norman Allen purchased by Albatross Group
Coach tour wholesaler Norman Allen Group Travel has been purchased by group tourism specialist Albatross Group after Managing Director Paul…
Tranzaura announces acquisition of Truckfile
Fleet intelligence and management software company Tranzaura Group has announced the acquisition of transport software provider Truckfile. The deal means…
