Latest Scotland News
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Ember Calls for Alternative Approach to Scotland's Proposed £2 Bus Fare Cap
Electric coach operator Ember has proposed an alternative model for bus fares in Scotland, aknowledging the challenges of a £2 cap.
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Highland Council Continues £2 Local Bus Fare Cap
The Highland Council has encouraged local residents & visitors to make the most of the £2 single fare cap on its in-house bus services.
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Alexander Dennis & Volvo to Supply Double-Deckers to Scotland
Alexander Dennis & Volvo Buses have been awarded a contract to build 60 new tri-axle double-deckers for operator Lothian Buses.
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First Bus Launches New UK-First Trial to Support National Grid Demand
First Bus has launched a trial that will see bus depots aid in the balancing of the UK's electricity system by adjusting when vehicles charg…
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Failed Hydrogen Fleet in Aberdeen Reported to Have Cost Almost £14 Million
New data has found that Aberdeen City Council spent almost £14 million on its purchase of hydrogen buses – all of which now sit dormant.
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Alexander Dennis Enviro200EV Shortlisted for Scottish Transport Award
Alexander Dennis has announced that its Enviro200EV electric bus has been shortlisted in the 2026 Scottish Transport Awards.
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The Impact of Alexander Dennis’ Falkirk Factory Closure on the UK Bus Industry
Alexander Dennis’ Falkirk factory closure would impact UK jobs and supply chains, raising concerns about domestic bus manufacturing.
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Alexander Dennis Proposes New Scottish Manufacturing Approach
Alexander Dennis has begun consulting on a new manufacturing approach that aims to secure Scottish production operations and safeguard jobs.
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Scotland: Ember to Purchase 100 Additional Yutong Electric Buses
Ember has been awarded £13.2 million by the Scottish Government to acquire an additional 100 new electric coaches from Yutong.
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First Fully Electric Bus Hits the Road in Inverness
The Highlands Council has officially released its very first fully electric bus onto the roads in Inverness.
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£45 Million Pledged for Zero Emission Buses in Scotland
The Scottish Government will invest £45 million to introduce more than 330 zero emission vehicles to Scotland’s bus operators.
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First Bus Launches 24 Hour Bus Service in Glasgow
First Bus has announced the debut of Glagsow's very-first 24 hour bus service – the 77, serving the city centre, West End and QEUH.
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Ember Launches New Electric Coach Hire Service
Ember, the Scottish operator running the UK’s first all-electric intercity coach routes, has launched a new coach hire service.
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Dumfries and Galloway Council Orders Alexander Dennis Enviro100EV Electric Buses
Dumfries and Galloway Council has placed an order for three Alexander Dennis Enviro100EV battery-electric buses.
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Scotland: Midland Bluebird Adds 30 Zero-Emission Yutong Buses to Local Fleet
Scottish transport group Midland Bluebird has announced the addition of 30 new zero-emission electric single-decker buses to its local fleet…
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Alexander Dennis to Keep Scottish Manufacturing Sites Operational
Alexander Dennis has announced today that its Scottish manufacturing sites in Larbert and Falkirk will remain open and operational.
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Scottish Government to Invest £20 Million into Infrastructure Projects
The Scottish Government has announced an investment of £20 million for infrastructure projects across the country.
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£40 Million Investment Announced for Zero Emission Buses in Scotland
The Scottish Government has announced it will provide an investment of up to £40 million for the purchase of up to 300 zero-emission buses.
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FlixBus Announces Presence at Edinburgh Fringe
FlixBus will be present at this year's Fringe Festival, notifying festival goers of its free Scottish travel for those under 22 and over 60.
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First Bus Launches New Fully Electric Glasgow Airport Express Service
First Bus has unveiled its brand-new, fully electric Glasgow Airport Express service with help from Grado.
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Xplore Dundee Reveals New Zero-Emission Double Decker Fleet
Scottish transport operator Xplore Dundee has revealed a new fleet of 12 zero-emission electric double-decker buses for use within the city.
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National Express Expands into Scotland with Scottish Citylink
National Express has expanded its services into Scotland through a new partnership with Scottish Citylink.
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Scotland: 30 Yutong Electric Buses to Join Midland Bluebird Fleet
Midland Bluebird, part of the McGill’s Group, is introducing 30 Yutong battery-electric buses to its operations at the Larbert depot.
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First Bus Invests £12.7 Million in Aberdeen’s Electric Bus Fleet
First Bus is investing 12.7 million GBP to bring a fleet of 36 electric buses to Aberdeen, Scotland, servicing Robert Gordon University.