First Potteries Mainline brand marks ‘past and future’
Recognition of local landmarks and tradition is key to the orange-based Mainline brand that has been rolled out by First…
Unlicensed operator loses impounded vehicle
A bid for the return of an impounded coach to Luton-based Mohammed Islam has been refused by TC Nick Denton…
Voith Electrical Drive System explored in detail
The Voith Electrical Drive System (VEDS) is described by the manufacturer as being a lightweight, energy efficient modular product that…
UKCOA interview: Coopers Tours of Killamarsh
This month, UKCOA Managing Director Peter Bradley converses with UKCOA member Graham Cooper of Coopers Tours Coopers Tours was founded…
‘Party conference season important for coach and bus’
As always, the Confederation of Passenger Transport (CPT) has represented its members at political party conferences and raised awareness of…
Cashless is king? The shifting landscape of ticketing
Adoption of cashless payment methods since the pandemic and the steady rollout of tap on, tap off means cash may…
EVM grows range with AOS-branded additions
Growth of the EVM range has been steady over recent years. Recently it entered the integral realm with a pair…
‘What is the true worth of a coach operator’s time?’
Wages are always a hotly debated topic in the coach parks of Britain, and more latterly on various Facebook groups.…
‘Managers: Don’t understate front line time importance’
A friend of mine used to work for a supermarket chain. While he generally enjoyed it, one of his frustrations…
Pelican Bus and Coach continues investment in Yutong
Pelican Bus and Coach has signed a new long-term agreement with Yutong capturing much of the remainder of the decade…