News

• New report sets out an ambitious national vision for achieving the introduction of 100% Zero Emission Buses (ZEBs) across the UK
• Independent research shows that over a million new passengers could start using buses if the transition to ZEBs is done right, having a significant impact on modal shift from cars to public transport
• Research makes clear that the costs of the transition cannot fully be borne by passengers, with fare rises to finance the increased costs of greener buses risking a significant reduction in bus patronage
• Report highlights significant operational and commercial challenges all bus operators face to introducing a full ZEB fleet
• It sets out a detailed plan for introducing greener buses, with a series of recommendations for industry, government and local authorities to meet the practical challenges and deliver on passenger expectations, including securing a sustainable long-term funding model

• New report sets out an ambitious national vision for achieving the introduction of 100% Zero Emission Buses (ZEBs) across the UK
• Independent research shows that over a million new passengers could start using buses if the transition to ZEBs is done right, having a significant impact on modal shift from cars to public transport
• Research makes clear that the costs of the transition cannot fully be borne by passengers, with fare rises to finance the increased costs of greener buses risking a significant reduction in bus patronage
• Report highlights significant operational and commercial challenges all bus operators face to introducing a full ZEB fleet
• It sets out a detailed plan for introducing greener buses, with a series of recommendations for industry, government and local authorities to meet the practical challenges and deliver on passenger expectations, including securing a sustainable long-term funding model

• Campaign aims to re-connect the people of Sheffield to their local shops, parks and restaurants 
• Luke Horton creates four designs to be used on trams throughout the city 
• Encourages people to leave the car at home and help reduce carbon footprint  

• Target for 40% female leaders by 2024
• Over a third of women currently in talent development programme, marked as successors
• Women@Stagecoach launches its first diversity focussed podcast themed around Breaking the Bias
• All-female driver bus route to mark International Women’s Day
• 18% increase in female driver applications

• Over 2,500 new drivers have joined Stagecoach in past nine months
• People attracted to the role from other professions include a hairdresser to the stars, archaeologist and pilot
• Flexible roles with something for everyone
• Driver applications up by 32%
• Driving roles available at depots right across the UK

• Applications are open for driving roles across all depots in the UK
• Recruitment events being held across the UK
• Driver applications up by 32% since before the pandemic
• 2,250 new drivers employed since May 2021

• Janine Summers to replace Michelle Hargreaves, who will be retiring in the summer
• Janine brings a wealth of experience from customer service focused businesses
• She will lead Stagecoach’s operations across the north of England including Manchester, Liverpool and Yorkshire

• New customer contact centre to open in Perth this spring
• Demonstration of continued commitment to customers and communities
• Appointment of new Head of Customer Service who will oversee the new centre
• Applications now open for new customer service advisor roles as part of the new team in Perth
• Recruitment day being held on 24 February
• Improved seven-day a week service with extended opening hours

• Over 5000 drivers achieved Fleet Elite status in 2021
• Almost 2250 drivers went on to receive Master Fleet Elite status
• Advanced safety & telematics system continuously checks driving manoeuvres & helps improve fuel efficiency

• Over 1000 apprentices currently employed
• Recently awarded 5% Club silver membership, recognising the number of people in ‘earn and learn’ positions
• Stagecoach has been at the forefront of public transport apprenticeships over many years
• Committed to offering 16-24 year olds more work placements

• New role showcasing commitment to sustainable change
• Greg Ritt joins with over 12 years of specialist knowledge
• Stagecoach continuing to make progress in new sustainability strategy