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TfL has signed a new contract with Sopra Steria to run the Fleet Operator Recognition Scheme (FORS), which works to make vehicle fleets across the UK safer and greener. Although predominately for freight operators, the scheme is also open to those who operate fleets of coaches and buses too. The new contract will begin in … Continue reading “TfL signs new contract for FORS”
Heathrow is targeting a reopening date of 14 June. The remobilisation of Terminal 4 will be gradual, with Qatar Airways returning to its home terminal first. They will be joined by several other Terminal 4 carriers, including Etihad, Air Malta and El Al in the following days and weeks. Over the coming months, Heathrow will … Continue reading “Heathrow Terminal 4 to Reopen 14 June”
The UKCOA is delighted to welcome Rose Williams, from Williams Coaches, to our Board of Directors. Rose is heading up our new Women in Bus and Coach sub-group. Initial discussions have taken place and Rose has some great ideas. Work will continue in January.
TfL has updated its reminder to coach operators about some of the on-street parking and route restrictions in and around Victoria Coach Station. Short, mid and long-term parking is available – off-street and pre-booked: Bayswater Coach Park (near Notting Hill Gate) New Covent Garden Market (email [email protected]) Green Line (call 07831 658 479) On-street options: … Continue reading “Parking in and around Victoria Coach Station”
Royal Hospital Road will be closed in both direction on Saturday 26 November. Coach operators are advised to use the main A4 route via Brompton Road or other commonly used routes to access Victoria from the west. 07:00 – 18:00 Saturday 26 November 2022
Westminster City Council approached the UKCOA at the end of March over coach engine idling. It was a specific issue involving three coaches all run by different operators. However, it came with a warning. ‘Please ask your members and all coach operators to switch off their engines when they are parked or stationary for any … Continue reading “Coach Engine Idling”