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First turns loss into profit

22/11/2016 Jade Smith

Strong US performance helps First Group turn 2015 first half loss into profit for the same period in 2016, but revenue down at UK Bus A strong performance from its US operations coupled to a […]

New multi-operator smartcard launches in Manchester

23/11/2015

Scheme offers 10% discount on fare prices and includes 30 bus operators in the Greater Manchester area A new multi-operator smart ticketing scheme has been introduced in Manchester.

First Cymru ramps up centenary preparations

12/03/2014

Operator urges anyone with historical knowledge of past bus services to get in touch. Supporting its plans to mark the official centenary of buses in South Wales, First Cymru is calling on people to share […]

Stagecoach: the gloves come off over Nexus’ Quality Contracts

19/11/2013

Sir Brian Souter threatens to withdraw 500 buses and four depots if controversial Quality Contract plan is implemented Protracted argument and discussion over the continued stance taken by regional transport authority Nexus to forge ahead [...]
KVB fully electric route

04/01/2017
All about the people

05/12/2017
£3 fare cap extended to March 2027

17/06/2025
Grand plans for Aycliffe Bus Museum

08/07/2025

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First turns loss into profit

New multi-operator smartcard launches in Manchester

First Cymru ramps up centenary preparations

Stagecoach: the gloves come off over Nexus’ Quality Contracts

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