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Go North East launches new express brand
Go North East has unveiled what it describes as a ‘new standard of express buses’ to run on a revamped X20 route from Monday 20 May, under the new ‘X-lines’ brand. The X20, which runs […]
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Catching the bus should be as ‘easy as ordering pizza,’ says Transport Focus
Industry is moving in the right direction, CPT Chief Executive comments Independent watchdog Transport Focus has called on the bus industry to serve young passengers better in order to secure their future. Satisfaction with bus […]
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Xelabus holds CPT Maintenance and Compliance Evening
This year the CPT Maintenance and Compliance Evening was hosted by CPT London and South East members Xelabus, with the Traffic Commissioner (TC) for the West Traffic Area Kevin Rooney attending. Over 80 operators attended, […]
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Stagecoach Manchester trials audio-visual announcements
Stagecoach Manchester has announced that it is trialling audio visual announcements on its 23 and 325 buses with plans to add this service across its new fleet. The technology, which uses GPS data, provides real-time […]
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Gove hints at tougher penalties for engine idling
Fines of ‘more than £1,000’ would be justified, according to Westminster council leader. Environment Secretary Michael Gove has suggested that ‘instant’ fines for drivers who leave their engines idling could be introduced, following mounting evidence […]
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Newcastle bus bosses oppose CAZ charge
The North East Bus Operators’ Association has voiced its opposition against new government plans to introduce a £50 daily fee to enter the Clean Air Zone (CAZ). Instead the Association is supporting alternative plans for […]
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Birmingham tackles congestion with DfT funding
This summer, as Birmingham hosts The Cricket World Cup, operators will be working with the new Regional Transport Coordination Centre (RTCC) to manage journeys and improve congestion around the city. Industry experts from rail, bus […]
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BCI Enterprise pair for Ensignbus
Ensignbus has taken delivery of two BCI Enterprise double-deckers’. The two vehicles, originally intended for Reading Buses Green Line operation – but no longer required, will now join the Ensignbus fleet. The vehicles are still […]
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Yorkshire Tiger Ltd found with timetable failures
In a recent written decision, the Deputy Traffic Commissioner for the North East of England found that Yorkshire Tiger Ltd had failed, without reasonable excuse, to operate in accordance with the registered timetable under Section […]
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NXWM’s contactless system receives MTT accreditation
National Express West Midlands has received Mass Transit Transaction Model (MTT) accreditation from Barclaycard, thanks to INIT’s contactless ticketing system. The EMV (Europay International, Mastercard and Visa) accreditation has been awarded to the operator as […]
