Maynes Legacy: Making a good VIP product even better
Corporate and VIP work is an important source of revenue to the coach industry. Some operators are particularly well placed…
2023: A fresh perspective on coaches
In the last three months, I’ve been struck by the passion and dedication of the coach operators I’ve met in…
‘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…
What could a recession mean for the coach industry?
Last month, I said that January drags. It does, although to contradict myself, it now seems only two minutes since…
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…
Industry optimism for 2023 variable, research shows
Overall business confidence for 2023 among a sample of coach and bus operator representatives remains the same as it did…
routeone Awards 2023: Three new judges named
With launch of the 2023 routeone Awards only weeks away, event organiser Diversified Communications has finalised the judging panel for…
Seatbelt buckle guards must not be used, DVSA warns
DVSA has highlighted to operators of coaches, buses and minibuses used to carry children that they must not fit seatbelt…
RHA reissues call for 15ppl essential user fuel rebate
RHA has again called for the introduction of a minimum 15ppl essential user fuel rebate for operators of commercial vehicles…
Dan Barwick and Richard Mann to lead Volvo Bus sales
Volvo Bus UK and Ireland has named Dan Barwick (pictured, right) and Richard Mann (pictured, left) as its Regional Sales…
