Chris Hanson has taken up the role of Operations Director at Stagecoach West. He joins from First Bus, having most been recently General Manager with First Cymru as a follow-up to over nine years spent with First West of England in a variety of leadership positions.
Mr Hanson began his career in the industry as a bus driver. Stagecoach West notes that he “brings with him a wealth of experience in the bus industry and a solid record of leading operational excellence in the West of England.”
Speaking about the appointment, Stagecoach West Managing Director Rachel Geliamassi says: “Chris’s deep understanding of the bus industry, his passion for service excellence and his people-first approach make him an excellent fit for Stagecoach West.
“He is eager to bring his skills and experience to our team and help us to provide top-notch service to our customers in the West of England. We welcome Chris on board and wish him every success as he embarks on this new journey with Stagecoach West.”
Adds Mr Hanson: “I am excited to be joining the fantastic team at Stagecoach West. I am looking forward to getting to know the team, our stakeholders and our customers in the coming weeks and months; working to make our services across the West of England even better for our communities.”
