Shakil Akbar named Rail Replacement Manager North by GBRR
Great British Rail Replacement (GBRR), launched in July by CMAC Group, has named Shakil Akbar (pictured) as Rail Replacement Manager…
UKCOA campaigns against coach restrictions in Burford
The UK Coach Operators Association (UKCOA) is urging the industry to object to a planned Traffic Regulations Order (TRO) which…
DfT contest seeks AI-based ideas for Integrated Transport Strategy
The Department for Transport, in conjunction with Connected Places Catapult, has launched a competition to find business ideas for AI-based…
Policy gaps on zero-emission for coach and bus need action: Zemo
Major gaps in policy around the transition to zero-emission for coach and bus must be filled if net-zero transport in…
Timberbush Tours to spend £2.5m on 17 new vehicles for 2025
Timberbush Tours has confirmed investment in 17 new vehicles for the 2025 season across its operating centres in Edinburgh, Glasgow…
SOE unveils mentoring platform to drive engineering careers forward
The Society of Operations Engineers (SOE) has launched a mentoring platform aimed at fostering professional growth and collaboration among its…
PLS enhances efficiency with new machinery
Wheelchair lift manufacturer Passenger Lift Solutions (PLS) says the arrival of its new laser cutter is leading to improvements in…
Pelican Bus and Coach marks 50% women on senior team
Pelican Bus and Coach has marked having reached the position where 50% of its senior management team members are women.…
Industry can win passengers with on-bus connection, says supplier
Offering a high degree of good onboard connection for electronic devices can be key for operators in trying to attract…
Coach Tourism Association sees successful Blackpool networking
Over 160 delegates attended the Coach Tourism Association (CTA) winter networking event in Blackpool over the weekend of 23-25 November,…
