Coaches
Built on loyalty
Angus Travel has been around for 22 years, but it might not have been if it weren’t for founder Avril Read’s customer-first approach. Peter Jackson visited the Ipswich-based operator
Articles by Peter Jackson
Coaches
Back to the future with the Duple 425
In 2019 there are only a very small number of iconic Duple 425 coaches left in use. Richard Sharman found one, however, and had the opportunity to test drive it to see how it compares […]
Buses
YouTube: the answer to industry recruitment issues?
The rise of the vlogging bus driver on YouTube channels may be just what the bus industry needs to attract younger driving staff. Richard Sharman takes a look at how popular these bus driver channels […]
Coaches
It’s the pits!
Alan Payling explains what’s on offer for groups when they visit a former coal mine in the Welsh valleys or elsewhere in the UK, and finds that passengers may have a sinking feeling Big Pit […]
Buses
First NXWM Trident gets a makeover
Nick Larkin highlights how National Express West Midlands is doing its best to keep its heritage alive
Buses
Metrobus 40 celebration
A special celebration marking 40 years since the first production MCW Metrobuses entered service in the West Midlands involved some 20 of the people who built the legendary buses.
Buses
Memories over tea
Some 80 former Lothian employees returned to their old garages to share memories and photographs over afternoon tea.
Business
A deal from mutual admiration
NFI Group and Alexander Dennis have provided more details on the story behind the deal announced last week, and what it means for the future of both companies. James Day reports
Buses
The key to expansion
Nestled in the green fields of Leicestershire’s countryside is the home of one of the county’s largest coach operators, Roberts Travel Group. Richard Sharman speaks to the man at the helm
Buses
Fleet specialism
Mark Oliver is UK Bus & Coach Fleet Sales General Manager for Scania (Great Britain). He talks to Andy Izatt about his career, his focus on delivering customer support and why two key products – […]