Bus News
‘A match made in heaven’
Angela Youngman spoke to Gavin Francis about his career and the events that led to him being named 2017 Express Coach Driver of the Year Experience, patience and a focus on customer care created the […]
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Just the ticket
Contactless plastic and smartphones are taking over as bus passengers adopt new ways to pay for travel – but cash isn’t dead just yet. John Lewis reports Passengers who hop onto a First Manchester bus […]
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Creating a corporate narrative
A matter perhaps overlooked by many is the important role an effective marketing and communications strategy plays within a business. Rayanne Baker spoke to Chloe Leach-O’Connell, Managing Director at Leach-O’Connell Consultancy, about what makes a […]
Bus News
40th Anniversary – Reader spotlight (Part 4)
With CBW turning 40 this year, we decided to put the spotlight on our readers – individuals and businesses alike – to find out how the industry has changed in the four decades we’ve been […]
Coach News
Swift shining
The last known Leyland Swift in public service has emerged from the paintshop in its owner’s livery ready for another year of use. The 1990 Leyland Swift, with Wadham Stringer bodywork, was acquired by Aintree […]
Bus News
Olympian task
Leicester independent Confidence is hoping Leyland Olympians from its fleet – the oldest 36 years old – will go to preservation homes. Roe-bodied UWW9X and UWW10X, new to West Yorkshire PTE in 1982 have already […]
Bus News
Swinging Sixties tours
Groovy! Swinging Sixties tours of London are being operated using an AEC Routemaster with the service aimed at group tour organisers and destination management companies. Music Heritage London’s (MHL) current scheduled service includes a one […]
Bus News
Arriva subsidiary recognises its heritage
Nick Larkin talks to an Arriva Managing Director who values his company’s heritage and the goodwill it creates An Arriva subsidiary is recognising its heritage by accommodating a preserved bus and holding depot open days […]
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A bus industry fundraising Saturday
Jonathan Taylor and his partner Sarah Day journeyed to Warminster to experience a packed day of rides on a variety of current and former London buses – all raising money for charity As I think […]
Bus News
Summer homework?
Claire Walters, CEO of Bus Users UK, discusses the ins and outs of accessibility and the latest consultation surrounding it There are lots of consultations and calls for evidence around at the moment for those […]
