Latest United Kingdom News
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Stagecoach Receives 64 New Zero-Emission Buses for West Midlands
Stagecoach has taken delivery of 64 new zero-emission buses for operation across Coventry and Warwickshire.
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Taking a Closer Look at Irizar's ie tram Electric Bus
The Irizar ie tram is an electric bus aims to combine the appearance and comfort of a tram with the flexibility of a bus.
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IN PICTURES: Karsan Launches in UK with e-JEST Electric Bus
At Euro Bus Expo, Karsan has launched the right-hand drive version of its e-JEST electric minibus for the UK market.
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Wrightbus Acquires RGI Bus & Coach Refurbishment
Wrightbus has acquired RGI Bus & Coach Refurbishment, enabling the manufacturer to offer a complete suite of refurbishment options.
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FlixBus and First Bus to Expand UK Coach Network
FlixBus has signed a five-year partnership with First Bus to launch additional UK coach services.
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Greater Manchester Readies Fleet for Bee Network Takeover
Greater Manchester is preparing to take full control of its bus network, with a fleet of Bee Network buses set to launch on 5 January 2025.
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Bee Network Launches First New Bus Route in Wigan
The Bee Network has introduced its first new bus service in Greater Manchester, connecting Wigan with the Middlebrook retail park.
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National Express Expands Capacity on UK Coach Network
National Express is expanding capacity on its UK network, adding over 16,000 extra seats each week on popular intercity and airport routes.
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Vehicle Lineup Announced for Euro Bus Expo 2024
Euro Bus Expo 2024 will take place in Birmingham, bringing together leading manufacturers to present the next generation of buses.
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UK Government to Invest £1 Billion in Bus Services
The UK government is investing over 1 billion GBP to support bus services nationwide, with an emphasis on rural areas and smaller towns.
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UK: Single Bus Fare Cap to Rise from £2 to £3
UK Prime Minister, Keir Starmer, has announced that the bus fare cap in England will rise from 2 GBP to 3 GBP at the end of this year.
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Go-Ahead to Invest £500m in Electric Buses
Bus operator Go-Ahead announced it is investing £500m in decarbonising its fleet. The funds will pay for up to 1,200 electric buses.
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Wrightbus Reports on Its Continued Growth
Bus manufacturer, Wrightbus has announced the latest data presenting its continued growth in the UK bus sector.
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UK: Go-Ahead to Invest £500 Million in 1,200 Electric Buses
Go-Ahead is investing 500 million GBP in the production of 1,200 zero-emission electric buses through a partnership with Wrightbus.
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Go-Ahead London Orders 32 Alexander Dennis Small Electric Buses
Alexander Dennis Limited has secured an order from Go-Ahead London to deliver 32 Enviro100EV small electric buses.
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Stagecoach to Supply Electric Buses for Silvertown Tunnel Cyclists
Stagecoach has been selected by Transport for London (TfL) to supply electric buses for the Silvertown Tunnel's new cycle shuttle bus servic…
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FlixBus Introduces Prospect Coaches to UK Network
FlixBus has announced the introduction of Prospect Coaches as a new partner on its UK network.
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Bee Network Celebrates First Year with Record Passenger Numbers
A year ago, Greater Manchester’s Bee Network became the first area in nearly 40 years to bring buses back under local control.
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FlixBus and Chalfont Coaches Further Expand UK Coach Network
FlixBus has announced a new partnership with Chalfont Coaches, a family-owned business based in Northampton
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UK Government Ends Funding for Bus Retrofit Technology
The UK's Transport Secretary, Louise Haigh has confirmed the government's decision to permanently end funding for bus retrofit initiatives.
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Alexander Dennis Faces Potential Redundancies in Scotland
Alexander Dennis, a subsidiary of NFI Group, has initiated a consultation process regarding 160 jobs at risk of redundancy in Scotland.
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UK: Local Authorities Granted Powers to Take Control of Bus Services
UK Transport Secretary Louise Haigh has unveiled measures to revolutionise bus services across England, granting powers to local leaders.
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Equipmake Unveils Its Latest Heavy-Duty Electric Bus Motor
At Cenex Expo, Equipmake has unveiled a heavy-duty electric motor for buses and trucks with double the continuous power of its predecessor.
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New Research Highlights the Economic Benefit of UK Bus Services
Recent research commissioned by the Confederation of Passenger Transport (CPT) has revealed the economic benefits of local bus services.