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Record year for Volvo Buses

The Volvo Group saw an increase in sales for all regions in the fourth quarter of 2011. Profitability was improved and cash flow was described as strong overall. During the fourth quarter, the European bus […]

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2011 good year for the VDL Groep

Combined turnover up 17% but bus & coach market continues to be tough as public sector cuts bite across Europe Considering the economic circumstances, 2011 was a good year for the VDL Groep of Eindhoven. […]

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Profits rise at National Express

National Express recorded record profit in 2011, spurred by strong performances from its UK Coach, UK Bus and North America divisions. The operator’s profit before tax and amortisation was £180.2m, up from £97.3m in 2010. […]

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Daimler defies economic climate

Manufacturing group announces second-best year of all time for vehicle sales Daimler Buses achieved its secondbest sales result ever in 2011, selling a total of 39,740 vehicles, 2% more than in 2010. This was achieved […]

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Go-Ahead reports robust trading

Growth across all sectors as group moves away from fuel hedging Go-Ahead Group has released its half-year results for the six months ending December 31, 2011. Group revenue was up 5.9%, while underlying operating profit […]

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FirstGroup warn of northsouth divide

FirstGroup have warned that a north-south divide is opening up in its UK bus business, with growth slowing in Scotland and northern England. The Aberdeen-based operator blamed the weak economy and lower consumer spending in […]