USA The US Government is mandating a major shake-up of fuel efficiency for buses, trucks and other heavy vehicles. New rules were set in place last week by the Obama administration, following consultation with vehicle and engine manufacturers, which will see limits introduced for new vehicles in 2014 with continued legislation demanding a 23% improvement [...]
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Ex Geoff Amos directors question future for small ops
The former directors of recently liquidated Geoff Amos Coaches have delivered a poignant message following the recent demise of firm. As reported in CBW998, the firm called in insolvency practitioners when it became clear wages and other liabilities could not be paid.
The Fuelcard People Offer Longterm Savings At The Pumps
Operators might welcome a recent slight dip in oil prices, but they should not expect to see it reflected at the pump in the near future, according to The Fuelcard People. Many PCV operators already use fuel cards to save money on diesel and in some cases the right fuel card typically means saving up [...]
Greenroad Optimises Service With New Features
GreenRoad has announced further development of its GreenRoad 360 system. The company says the new functionality, incorporating modification, suggested by customer feedback, extends its ability to deliver significant fuel efficiencies and reductions in crash incidents. The enhancements include posted speed performance, idling heat maps and extended data integration with new Application Program Interfaces (APIs):
Lothian Buses profits from passenger rise
Lothian Buses has reported an increase in profits to £13m from £8.5m. The figures for 2010 also show passenger numbers grew by 1.9% to 109m. The municipally-owned operator said the rise in profits was also achieved by “careful cost control” and a “favourable fuel hedge position”.
Stagecoach reports profit increase
Preliminary annual results show company records passenger volume growth as fuel costs soar Stagecoach Group plc reported a sector-leading profit margin with operating profits growing 25% to £240.2m, with revenue growth in all bus divisions in the UK and North America for the year ended 30 April 2011. The company’s preliminary results for the financial [...]
