Bus News
London fares set to increase
Fares in the Capital could rise by as much as 5.9% in order to fund the TfL network – which is widely seen as a benchmark for franchising by other city regions As a result […]
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McGill’s offers interviews to Amazon employees at risk of redundancy
McGill’s Buses has guaranteed to offer an interview to any Amazon staff made redundant after Amazon announced plans to close its distribution centre in Gourock with the potential loss of around 300 jobs. McGill’s has […]
Bus News
Bikes on Buses scheme extended to meet demand
A service introduced in 2021 allowing passengers to take their bikes on popular Highland bus routes is to be extended to a wider range of journey options, along with the introduction of a booking service […]
Minibus News
Yutong e9 on test in Guernsey
A Yutong E9 electric midibus was tested in Guernsey from 19 to 22 January, with islanders offered a free ride on the Friday, as part of the States of Guernsey’s plans to look at reducing […]
Bus News
eCitaro trials conclude at National Express Coventry
The Mercedes-Benz eCitaro demonstrator joined the National Express Coventry fleet during December as part of the operator’s ongoing trial of electric buses from multiple manufacturers as part of its fleet decarbonisation programme. Putting the capabilities […]
International
Prevost unveils updated H3-45 coach
CANADA Volvo-owned North American manufacturer Prevost has rolled out a redesigned H3-45 which it says offers up to 12% greater fuel efficiency than its predecessor, 50% less noise in the driver’s area, and 40% brighter […]
Bus News
Diamond freezes fares but steers clear of £2 fare cap scheme
Rotala-owned Diamond Bus will not be taking part in the £2 single fare scheme in England. In a statement, the company said: “It has been publicised that a number of bus operators across England will […]
Bus News
Over 300,000 £2 journeys made in first few days, says Stagecoach
The £2 fares promotion saved thousands of people money in its first few days, according to one operator which is taking part Stagecoach says that by 6 January over 300,000 passengers had already taken advantage […]
News
City Sightseeing launches special offer to help tourism industry in Oxford
City Sightseeing Oxford is offering a discount to help drive the visitor economy in the city. The operator is offering a 25% price reduction on its open-top tours on Mondays to Thursdays until 9 February […]
Minibus News
‘Difficulty accommodating demand’ means Inverurie Ready2Go DRT will be withdrawn
Inverurie’s Ready2Go demand responsive transport (DRT) pilot initiative launched in August 2021 by Aberdeenshire Council is to be withdrawn from April. Operated by Watermill Coaches on the council’s behalf, the Monday to Saturday service involves […]
