Bus Open Data Service: Good and bad, but it is here to say
The Bus Open Data Service (BODS) was launched in 2020 on the sector providing registered local services in England; arguably,…
Backhouse Jones journey set to continue under rradar ownership
In an era of high-profile purchases around the coach and bus industry, one that progressed quietly in late 2023 was…
UK cruise growth brings opportunities for the coach industry
The continued growth in the popularity of UK cruising is generating increased demand for coaches to provide shore excursions. But…
Will 2024 finally be the year of the zero-emission coach?
Over the last five years, nearly 100 zero tailpipe emission coach orders have been placed in the UK. Over 50…
The ‘yin-yang’ approach: Transport training focused on engagement
Training for transport professionals caters to a wide array of needs, from courses that refresh knowledge to specialised training for…
Learning from the success stories of bus patronage growth
The Department for Transport’s (DfT) annual bus patronage statistics reveal a startling disparity across local authorities (LAs). In terms of…
Bay Travel gains recognition as busy 2024 for coaching predicted
Bay Travel of Fife has been recognised at the Scottish Passenger Transport Awards (SPTAs) while at the same time predicting…
Carol Sim named Stagecoach South Operations Director
Carol Sim has been appointed Operations Director of Stagecoach South. Ms Sim – who was named Rising Star at the…
Go-Ahead, Irizar, VEV confirmed for Kent Fastrack electrification
Kent County Council (KCC) and Go-Ahead London have formally signed a 15-year contract for operation of the Kent Thameside Fastrack…
Energy market sees uptick for oil prices in February, finds Portland
The energy market continued to closely monitor the geopolitical landscape in the Middle East and its impact on oil supply…
