Discover the latest developments in coach, bus, and minibus
Head to the Masterclass Theatre on 3–5 November, where operators, policymakers, manufacturers and local authorities tackle the decisions bus and coach operators face now: bus reform, AI and automation, fleet transition, compliance and workforce challenges.
Sponsored by Elite Vehicle Supplies (Part of Motormax Group), these free-to-attend sessions bring together case studies, practical experience and fresh insights, giving you actionable takeaways to put into practice straight away.
Register now for your free ticket.
The latest developments in coach, bus, and minibus
Euro Bus Expo’s free of charge seminar programme will highlight opportunities, explore trends, and tackle the challenges we face today and tomorrow.
Three days of discussion, debate, reflection and learning will give you fresh insights, actionable take-aways and a better understanding of the future landscape.
Hear thought-provoking content from big thinkers, truth tellers, trailblazers, experts, and authorities.
Join a community of operators as we address your concerns to enable change. Ask questions, voice opinions, and learn from the experiences of others.
Explore the 2024 programme of sessions from industry leaders, policymakers, and experts who addressed the biggest challenges and opportunities for operators today.
You can watch them all on demand below.
Share your expertise with the industry
Applications are now open to join the speaker line-up at Euro Bus Expo 2026. This is your chance to share expertise, spark discussion, and influence the future of passenger transport.
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Innovation Challenge Live Final
Discover the best innovations at Euro Bus Expo 2026, as voted for by visitors. Innovation Challenge finalists pitch their groundbreaking products live, with just 90 seconds to convince a panel of industry judges of the potential impact of their innovation. -
Jersey Franchise: Small Island, Big Lessons
Jersey’s ‘franchise-light’ model offers lessons for smaller cities and rural authorities considering reform. With just one government FTE managing the contract, Jersey has delivered strong outcomes through a genuine authority–operator partnership, clear incentives and a focus on patronage growth. Passenger... -
The Road Ahead for Bus & Coach: Navigating Change, Seizing Opportunity
CPT opens Euro Bus Expo with a look at the political and operating landscape facing the sector – reflecting on developments through 2026, the challenges and opportunities ahead, and CPT’s policy priorities for growth, investment and a thriving coach and...Speaker
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Are we Nearly There? Why Hydrogen Still Matters
With battery electric buses making a welcome headway to the zero emission bus market, have all the problems of decarbonising a bus and coach fleet been solved? Even with progress with battery technology, the majority of bus and coach operations... -
The Road to Excellence: Compliance, Communication & Operational Best Practice
This session will explore a number of key issues affecting bus and coach operators, with an overarching focus on what excellent compliance management looks like in an increasingly digital world. Alongside effective compliance systems and management practices, the session will... -
Delivering an Integrated Network Through EP Max
The Leicester Buses Partnership delivers the benefits of franchising with less cost, risk and delay: one network brand, one ticket range across all operators with simpler, cheaper fares, a consistent vehicle standard supported through a Local ZEBRA scheme, and more... -
CPT: Operations & Policy Update
CPT brings its regular Operations and Policy Update to the Masterclass Theatre, with a live run-through of the recent and upcoming operational, regulatory and funding changes affecting bus and coach operators. With regulation becoming increasingly complex, the session will cover... -
Coach Operations of the Future
What will a successful coach operation look like in the years ahead? This forward-looking session will explore how changing customer expectations, technology, workforce challenges, investment decisions and new ways of operating could reshape the coach sector. Bringing together operator and...Speaker
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AI in Coach & Bus: What’s Real & What’s Next
AI is moving fast from buzzword to practical application – across passenger experience, fleet operations, planning and safety. But where is it genuinely delivering value today, what does it take to make it work, and how do operators tell the... -
The Opportunities & Pitfalls of Second-Life EVs
Some new electric buses promise 200+ miles of range – but what happens when the batteries are eight or nine years old, and what if you want to buy a second-hand electric bus? John and Ralph bring real-life fleet experience:... -
Partnering for Success to Enhance Bus Services
As part of its Bus Service Improvement Plan (BSIP), West Northamptonshire Council has targeted some of its Department for Transport funding on strengthening stakeholder engagement, to support bus use growth across West Northants. The ‘Partnering for Success’ programme, launched by... -
Project Coral: Multi-Operator Contactless Capping
An update on the operator-led programme working towards contactless fare capping across multiple operators. This session will provide an overview of progress to date, the next steps for Project Coral, the key challenges still to be addressed, and the expected... -
Accessibility in Practice: Designing Services for Everyone
CPT explores how the bus and coach sector can make accessibility work in practice. Led by CPT Operations Manager Gavin Miller, the session will look at how inclusive vehicle design can reduce sensory, cognitive and physical barriers, alongside the role... -
Future-Proofing the Workforce: Who Drives the Coach & Bus in 2030?
The sector’s future depends on the people in it – yet operators face driver shortages, an ageing workforce and growing competition for talent. This panel tackles the workforce challenge head-on: attracting new people in, keeping the good ones, and building... -
Helping SMO’s Thrive Under The Bus Services Act 2025
An overview of recent bus policy changes, leaving transport authorities and operators with the choice of franchising or Enhanced Partnerships, and the impact these could have on small and medium-sized bus operators. The session will also look at the challenges... -
Championing Coach: a Fireside Chat with Dr Jaya Sajnani
Dr Jaya Sajnani is the founder and CEO of coach operator YG Travel – an author, motivational speaker and champion for women in business, who sits on advisory boards for organisations supporting female entrepreneurs. In this candid, personal fireside she... -
Coaches into Europe: Navigating the EU Entry/Exit System (EES)
The EU’s Entry/Exit System is changing how coach operators run European tours. As it rolls out across the Schengen Area, new biometric border checks are causing longer processing times and disruption, with more change to come. This session cuts through... -
Your Network Matters: From Data to Decisions
Bus networks are inherently complex, but customers judge them on simple outcomes: reliability, punctuality, speed and ease of use. This session will explore how Arriva approaches network development by designing around these fundamentals to improve trust, confidence and network legibility.... -
Being Best in Class Can be a Dangerous Place
Reading Buses has held the lowest driver-risk score among comparable UK operators for two years – to the point where the usual benchmark no longer pushes it forward. Discover how it keeps drivers and managers sharp, prevents quiet drift and... -
Getting Started With Electrification: Funding, Planning & Where to Begin
New to electrification and not sure where to begin? A back-to-basics session for operators taking their first steps: where to start, how to work out what you really need, and how to overcome the funding catch-22 of needing a developed... -
Innovation Challenge Results
Join us for the reveal of the Innovation Challenge winners, as the judges announce the Gold, Silver and Bronze awards alongside the Operators’ Choice Award. See which of the show’s standout innovations have impressed the judges and operators most, and... -
Safe Passage: VAWG & Anti-Social Behaviour
People feeling safe on their journey is paramount to maintaining passenger numbers and attracting new bus and coach users, and a safe working environment is essential if we are to attract drivers to the industry. For the vast majority of people,... -
Preventative Maintenance Compliance Cost Benefit
An overview of what a good preventative maintenance programme looks like in relation to DVSA requirements and the DVSA Guide to Maintaining Roadworthiness. The session will draw on real-time data and findings from the 48,000 inspections carried out each year... -
Automated Buses: How Close & What Could They Mean for You?
How close are automated buses really? Bringing together research, manufacturer and operator perspectives, this panel will explore the likely timeline for wider automation, the technology and vehicles behind it, and the real-world experience of running automated services. A grounded look... -
Coach in Focus: What You Need to Know
A focused session on the issues that matter most to coach operators – what’s changing, what it means for your business, and the practical steps and support available to help you navigate it.Speaker
