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Stagecoach drives forward workforce diversity during National Apprenticeship Week 2026
- 2026 is set to be Stagecoach’s biggest year for vocational training, with up to 100 new driver apprentices joining every month
- Current data reveals 73% of driver apprentices are over the age of 25
- Stagecoach remains the only bus operator outside London to offer driver apprenticeships across England, providing a fully funded, Level 2 qualification
Stagecoach leads the way as UK bus travel sees leap in customer satisfaction
- Stagecoach recognised as the top-performing major bus operator for customer satisfaction in the latest UKCSI report
- Significant year-on-year improvements highlight a turning point for the UK bus industry in service quality
- The company is named a double finalist for the UK Customer Satisfaction Awards 2026, signalling a new era of passenger-focused travel
Stagecoach stars set for the Royal spotlight: seven employees honoured with invitations to the 2026 Royal Garden Party
- Seven standout employees, representing 220 years of combined experience in the bus industry, have been invited to Buckingham Palace
- The nominees are being recognised not only for their professional excellence but for their extraordinary contributions to the community
Stagecoach partners with Global's Make Some Noise to change lives in communities across the UK
- Stagecoach has announced a major new partnership with Global’s Make Some Noise, the official charity of Global, to change lives through community projects across the UK.
- The new partnership will fund life-changing initiatives, helping people facing challenges such as mental health struggles, domestic abuse and financial hardship.
Industry leaders gather at Stagecoach Nuneaton to accelerate the roadmap for zero-emission bus fleets
- Experts agreed the transition to zero-emission buses requires a collaborative approach at all levels of government, prioritising investment in depot infrastructure, grid capacity and energy systems
- The session explored ‘joined-up’ solutions to maximise large-scale decarbonisation across the transport sector
- The event demonstrated how local electrification projects like the Nuneaton depot serve as essential models for national societal and environmental goals
Stagecoach wins contract to operate new Liverpool City Region bus network
- Stagecoach will operate one of two new franchised bus networks in the Liverpool City Region, commencing 6 September 2026
- The new networks are set to significantly improve connectivity and service reliability for thousands of daily passengers in the St Helens area
- Stagecoach is committed to working closely with the Liverpool City Region Combined Authority (LCRCA) to deliver high-quality, sustainable transport services
Stagecoach invests in full-size bus simulators to drive training excellence and enhance safety
- Stagecoach has invested in two state-of-the-art, full size bus simulators to improve driver training
- The immersive technology allows drivers to safely practice complex road, weather, and incident scenarios in a controlled environment
- The simulators are initially being used in training schools in West Scotland and South Wales
Stagecoach drives forward with double UK Customer Satisfaction Awards finalist spot
- Stagecoach has been shortlisted as a finalist for the first time ever at the prestigious UK Customer Satisfaction Awards 2026
- The Company has been named a finalist in two categories: ‘Customer Focus – Large Enterprise’ and ‘Employee Engagement’
Stagecoach appoints Bountiful Cow as strategic media partner following six-way competitive pitch
- Bountiful Cow, part of the7stars media group, wins the strategic media planning and buying contract for an initial three-year term
- Appointment follows a competitive pitch process involving six agencies, including the incumbent
- New partner selected for strategic thought leadership, media expertise, and a strong passion for public transport and community-focused campaigns
Stagecoach and partners launch first eHGV charging hub in Stockton, paving the way for national fleet electrification
- Stagecoach launches its first eHGV charging hub in Stockton in partnership with PD Ports and the Port of Middlesbrough, supporting hauliers in the North East.
- The Stockton trial successfully completed a two-hour, 150 kW DC charge of a Volvo eHGV, demonstrating the reliability and zero drop-off performance of the new infrastructure.
Stagecoach offers free travel to veterans this Remembrance Day
- All serving military, veterans and cadets will qualify for free national travel on Remembrance Sunday and Armistice Day in support of Stagecoach’s employee Veterans Network
Stagecoach celebrates record 25 finalist nominations in prestigious national bus awards
- Stagecoach has secured an impressive 25 finalist nominations across 14 categories, demonstrating excellence across all areas of its business
- Nominations span top drivers, innovative environmental projects, outstanding depots, and dedicated managers from across the UK