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Public transport leaders confirmed for Master Class Theatre at Euro Bus Expo 2018

The Go-Ahead Group, Transport for London, Transdev Blazefield, Grey’s of Ely, Stephensons of Essex, and Lucketts Travel are just some of the leading bus and coach operators gearing up to appear in the Master Class Theatre at this month’s Euro Bus Expo; which takes place at the NEC Birmingham on 30 October to 1 November.

Representatives from Confederation of Passenger Transport UK (CPT), Transport Focus, Bus Users UK, and LowCVP have also now been announced. For this year’s visitors, it’s an unrivalled opportunity to hear public transport leaders and influencers sharing their expertise and insights into the opportunities, challenges and big trends ahead.

Confirmed topics include everything from the ramifications of Brexit to open government data, from air quality to driver recruitment and retention, from the DVSA earned recognition scheme to bus safety standards, from passenger engagement and loyalty to customer satisfaction.

Claire Mann, director of bus operations at Transport for London, is one of seven new speakers for 2018. In her second day session (1 Nov), she’ll be discussing TfL’s new Bus Safety Standard, which will be incorporated into bus operator contracts from the end of 2018 (alongside the requirement for Intelligent Speed Assistance (ISA), which was previously independently trialled).

“Euro Bus Expo provides a great opportunity for collaboration and to share new and exciting developments within the industry. I’m really looking forward to talking about our world-leading Bus Safety Standard as we look to revolutionise bus safety in London,” says Ms Mann.

Thomas Ableman, founder and CEO of Snap Travel Technology is also making his speaker debut (1 Nov). Dubbed ‘uber for coaches’ by the UK’s national media, Ableman’s on-demand coach booking platform Sn-ap has been used by more than 100,000 passengers since its launch two years ago. He’ll be outlining how his app is transforming intercity travel for a new generation of coach passengers and his plans to grow the network across the UK.

Speaker highlights also include:

Martin Dean, president of the CPT and MD - bus development at The Go Ahead Group: The changing face of the UK's bus and coach market – matching services with customers
Meera Nayyar, passenger experience team leader - buses and taxis at Department for Transport: Open data and the Government's ambitions
Anthony Smith, chief executive of Transport Focus: Getting more and happier passengers on your service
Steven Salmon, director of policy development at the CPT: Potential Brexit implications for UK and EU bus and coach operations
Bill Hiron, MD of Stephenson's of Essex, & Keith McNally, operations director at the CPT: Driver recruitment and retention in the bus and coach industry

“If you want to keep a pace with all the latest developments, then make sure Euro Bus Expo is a firm fixture in your calendar,” says Martin Dean, president of the CPT and MD – bus development at The Go Ahead Group.

“Euro Bus Expo is a great opportunity to network with industry colleagues and suppliers, as well as see the latest developments on products and services and ponder over the challenges that lie ahead,” says Bill Hiron, MD of Stephensons of Essex and current chairman of ALBUM, the Association of Local Bus Company Managers.

For further details, including seminar timings and summaries, please visit www.eurobusxpo.com/masterclass.

Free visitor registration

Euro Bus Expo returns to the NEC Birmingham in the UK on 30 October-1 November 2018. Over 9,000 key industry buyers and decision makers are expected to attend.

Companies pre-registered to visit include: Abellio, Arriva, Brighton & Hove Bus and Coach Company, Bus Eireann, Centrebus, Dublin Bus, FirstGroup, The Go-Ahead Group, Metrobus, Metroline, National Express, RATP Group, Reading Buses, Rotala, Shearings, Stagecoach, Tower Transit, Translink, Transport for London, trentbarton, Wellglade Group, Malta Public Transport Services, and many more.

“Euro Bus Expo is a must attend event if you want to keep pace with the changes in products and technologies in our industry,” says Jeff Counsell, MD of trentbarton.

For further information and to register for a free trade ticket to attend, please visit www.eurobusxpo.com.

The show is co-located alongside the routeone Awards, being staged on the evening of 31 October at the Hilton Birmingham Metropole’s banqueting suite, on the NEC site. For further information, please visit www.routeoneawards.com.

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by Roberto Deighton-Gonzales

Euro Bus Expo unveils its Technology Zone exhibitor line-up

The countdown to Euro Bus Expo continues with the release of its online exhibitor list for 2018, including details of the 28 companies heading up the event’s ever-popular Technology Zone.

Over 9,000 key industry buyers and decision makers are expected to attend across three days (30 October to 1 November), with the NEC Birmingham set to play host to Europe’s biggest bus, coach and mini vehicle trade event this year.

Stronger, smarter, faster

Millions of people across Europe rely on using buses and coaches every day. In the UK, for example, no other public transport comes close to matching the number of passenger journeys taken by bus or coach each year. Getting passengers where they want to go is just part of the journey. Operators that can be quick to adapt to the changing needs and expectations of their customers and staff – particularly when it comes to smart tech – have much to gain.

“There is no stopping the evolution of technology, it’s only going to get stronger and smarter – it’s time to utilise it, because ultimately, it will only make operations stronger and smarter,” comments Michaela Peacock, Innovations editor at Diversified UK, organiser of Euro Bus Expo.

Innovative sourcing and keeping up-to-date with the latest developments is key, and Euro Bus Expo’s Technology Zone is the perfect place to do just that.

“Every new innovation that operators need to know about and ‘utilise’ for their business will be on show this Autumn at Euro Bus Expo – from the latest software solutions to IT equipment and mobile technology, from on-board Wi-Fi and ticketing systems to seamless payments, tracking and navigation,” explains event director Helen Conway.

“For operators looking for the next big thing in bus and coach tech, it’s the unmissable event in Europe this year,” she says.

Technology Zone exhibitors include:

21st Century Technology Solutions
Alfatronix
Brigade Electronics
Dtek Detay Teknoloji Ve Otomotiv San Tic
Faltcom U.K.
Filmbankmedia
Fivebars
Icomera
INIT
Isoftdev
Metric Group
MiX Telematics Europe
Mobile Onboard
Parkeon Transportation
Rise Digital Media
Roeville Computer Services
RUGGED MOBILE Systems
co.uk
Seeing Machines
Streamax Technology Co
Sure Transport
Synectics
Tachomaster by Road Tech
TDI
Ticketer
Timespace Technologies
TomTom Telematics (AES Fleet)
TransMach Systems
We-Are-Sygnal

Of course, with almost 300 exhibitors for 2018, tech innovation certainly isn’t limited to one area at Euro Bus Expo – it’s down every aisle. Why not also check out what’s new from B.N.E Electronics, CMAC Group, Coach Multimedia Systems, Digital 2000, DMD Sales, EP Morris & Company, Freeway Fleet Systems, Navaho Technologies, REACT Technologies, SMC Coach Hire, Streamax Technology Co, and ViriCiti BV, amongst others.

Big name speakers

Seeing the next wave of innovations is just part of the event’s long-standing appeal. Visitors also benefit from expert insights, strategies and advice from senior industry figures – including representatives from the CPT, LCVP, TfL, Transport Focus, and a raft of leading operators. The initial Master Class Theatre programme will be available to view on the show’s website next month.

Free visitor registration

Euro Bus Expo returns to the NEC Birmingham in the UK on 30 October-1 November 2018. Companies already pre-registered to attend include: Abellio, Arriva, Brighton & Hove Bus and Coach Company, Bus Eireann, Centrebus, FirstGroup, The Go-Ahead Group, Metrobus, Metroline, National Express, RATP Group, Reading Buses, Rotala, Shearings, Stagecoach, Tower Transit, Translink, Transport for London, trentbarton and many more.

“Whether it’s vehicles, equipment, technology, services or advice you’re looking for, Euro Bus Expo brings them all together under one roof – you can’t afford to miss it!” says John Birtwistle, head of Policy at FirstGroup's UK Bus Division.

“Euro Bus Expo is a must attend event if you want to keep pace with the changes in products and technologies in our industry,” says Jeff Counsell, MD of trentbarton. Both echoing the sentiments of many repeat visitors.

For further information and to register for a free ticket to attend, please visit www.eurobusxpo.com.

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Jacqui Trayford, Marketing Executive
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e: [email protected]
Website: www.eurobusxpo.com
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Event Director:
Helen Conway
e: [email protected]

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Martin Laverton, Group Sales Manager
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by Roberto Deighton-Gonzales

Visitor registration opens for Europe’s biggest bus and coach show

Euro Bus Expo – Europe’s biggest bus, coach and minibus trade event taking place this year – returns to the NEC in Birmingham (UK) in the autumn.

Established as the leading international trade fair for the bus and coach industry in 2018, over 9,000 attendees will pack the aisles over 30 October–1 November to discover the next wave of vehicles, technology, equipment, accessories and business services launching onto the European market.

Visitor registration for the free-to-attend, three day biennial event is now open at www.eurobusxpo.com.

Already, eight months out from doors opening, 91% of the 25,000 sqm of exhibition space has been sold, with almost 300 exhibitors expected. Many are planning to use the show to publicly launch their new products.

Major vehicle manufacturers and dealers already booked include: Alexander Dennis Limited (ADL), BASE, Connaught, EVM, Isuzu, Irizar, MAN, Minis to Midis, Moseley, Optare, Scania, Temsa, Unvi, Van Hool, VDL, Volvo, Wrights Group and Yutong.

Among the companies exhibiting at Euro Bus Expo for the first time are: Ceramex, Five Bars Mobile, Henkel, Herbert Kneitz/Boyriven, Reacton Fire Suppression, Streamax Technology, The Tyre Equipment Company, Travel by Knight, Ultrafabrics Europe and Viriciti.

Exhibitors in the Technology Zone will showcase the latest software solutions, the latest IT equipment, mobile technology, onboard Wi-Fi, ticketing systems, revenue collection services.

The miniplus Area, hosted by leading trade title miniplus, is dedicated solely to operators of small- and medium-sized passenger carrying vehicles. It will bring together exhibitors in the small vehicle sector to demonstrate the latest equipment and supplies available in this growing sector of the market.

Suppliers will display purpose-built vehicles fitted with modern accessible aids including step-free design, wheelchair lifts, seats and other safety items, along with showcasing conversion services for those buyers with bespoke requirements.

Alongside the exhibition, a full seminar programme in the Master Class Theatre will be a major draw, with top industry speakers. As in previous years, there will be a focus on game-changing technologies and industry developments, backed by real-world commercial applications and case studies – all tailored specifically for operators to help them prepare for the challenges and opportunities ahead.

Britain’s coach and bus trade body, the Confederation of Passenger Transport UK (CPT) is once again the show partner.

Event director Helen Conway says: “Euro Bus Expo 2018 is off to a flying start and the show is on track to sell-out well before the autumn. We’ve received tremendous support from across the industry and it’s clear that Euro Bus Expo is seen as a key event for 2018.

“Along with the CPT we remain committed to delivering a quality show over three days, which our audience can be proud of. Whether you’re looking to purchase new vehicles, upgrade your technology, improve your passengers’ experience or your business efficiency, you’ll find the best of what’s on offer at Euro Bus Expo 2018.

“That’s what makes the show such an exciting and invaluable experience to the thousands of visitors that regularly attend,” she says.

“It’s a tremendous showcase for the advancements being developed by so many of the industry's suppliers and partners. Not only do these offer support and solutions to operators in these ever challenging times, but most importantly will enable us to meet, and indeed perhaps beat, the expectations of our customers,” says Giles Fearnley, MD of First Group – UK Bus Division.

Euro Bus Expo returns to the NEC in Birmingham on 30 October-1 November 2018. For further information and to register to attend, please visit www.eurobusxpo.com.

The show is co-located alongside the UK’s largest coach, bus, and minibus operator excellence awards.

The prestigious black-tie routeone Awards takes place on the evening of 31 October at the Hilton Birmingham Metropole’s banqueting suite, on the NEC site.

For further information, please visit www.routeoneawards.com.

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Media enquiries & press pass requests to:
Emma-Louise Jones, Head of PR
t: +44 (0)1273 645134
e: [email protected]
Website: www.divcom.co.uk
Twitter: www.twitter.com/DiversifiedUK

Jacqui Trayford, Marketing Executive
t: +44 (0)1733 405749
e: [email protected]
Website: www.eurobusxpo.com
Twitter: www.twitter.com/EuroBusExpo

Event Director:
Helen Conway
e: [email protected]

Exhibitor sales enquiries to:
Martin Laverton, Group Sales Manager
t: +44 (0)1733 405735
e: [email protected]

Notes:
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by Roberto Deighton-Gonzales