Coach operators issue pleas for sector action from next government
Clarity on PSVAR, better appreciation of the value of the sector and fixing delays at ports are among the actions…
Contract revenue key for Selwyns Travel in Tourismo Access deal
The importance of contracted revenue to the coach industry has been underlined by delivery of eight Mercedes-Benz Tourismo Access models…
Contract income: Still the foundation that coaching is built upon?
Amid talk of the coaching busy season, big numbers passing through Dover despite some difficulties, and the sector prominent via…
12th annual Bus and Coach Skills Challenge a milestone in IRTE’s history
With the completion of the 12th IRTE Skills Challenge Testing Week, IRTE is celebrating another milestone in its history. We…
‘A survival guide to the coach industry peak summer season’
This is my 15th peak ‘silly season’ in the coach industry. While they get no easier, you certainly learn a…
O-Licence revocation and £1,100 penalty for Jackies Coaches
Vehicle maintenance problems and failure to operate services has led to the four-vehicle O-Licence held by Gloucester-based Jackies Coaches Ltd…
National Trust and its attitude towards coach operator clients
We are constantly being advised that coaches are not welcome at National Trust locations at certain times despite operating tours…
Totalkare: From vehicle lifts to pits, and everything in-between
Six years ago, Totalkare was solely a supplier of column lifts to commercial vehicle workshops. But strong and ongoing growth…
Mr and Mrs Bull – is it time for a new chapter in coaching?
It’s 60 years since Roger Bull started his first job in the coach industry. But as he and his wife…
Authorities confident for summer coach season at Port of Dover
The Port of Dover fell under the spotlight once again during the spring bank holiday weekend when long waits and…
