EuroBus Expo, November 2024
I am looking forward to speaking on "Demystifying Social Value" at #EuroBusExpo 🚌 🚍 in hashtag#Birmingham in November 2024. Come along to find out what what social value is what it isn't how to easily develop a social value strategy and initiatives. For more details on EuroBusExpo please see here...
Guernsey Bus Contract Award, September 2024
It was great to have helped Stagecoach with social value in their winning bid for Guernsey's bus network for the 5-year contract with a 2-year extension option. The new contract starts from April 2025, taking over from CT Plus with Stagecoach operating the contract of 20 core routes and 24...
Copenpay, Copenhagen, August 2024
On a recent visit to Denmark, I was impressed to see a month long pilot Copenpay programme in Copenhagen which rewards residents and visitors for climate friendly action e.g. taking public transport. Residents and visitors can earn free experiences by showing proof of green actions such as public transport with...
Team MAD swimming from Jersey to France in 7.5 hours and raising over £12,000 for Maggie’s Centre, Glasgow, July 2024
On Saturday 24th July my mum and I (Team MAD standing for Mother and Daughter) completed the swim from Jersey to France to raise over £12,000 for Maggie’s Centre, Glasgow in a time of 7.5 hours! How long is Jersey to France swim? A 14-mile journey across the English Channel....
UITP MENA, Salalah, Oman, July 2024
A throwback post and photos from last month's UITP MENA's conference in Salalah which I really enjoyed moderating. Key take aways from me below. Conference1.Decarbonisation is not just electrification and the need for public transport ownership at strategic, tactical and operational level were discussed as part of the speech by...
UITP MENA Conference, Salalah Oman, July 2024
I am really looking forward to moderating the session on Advancing Public Transport Infrastructure and Integration at UITP MENA conference held in Salalah, Oman on 16th July. There is a broad range of speakers so it should be an interesting conference with a focus on the Middle East's regional transport...
Construct Africa’s webinar, Online, June 2024
Recently, I had the opportunity to participate in Construct Africa's webinar on the continent's booming railway industry. The session provided valuable insights from industry experts on a range of topics, including significant infrastructure projects and the need to develop African solutions and harness the power of a young and dynamic...
Co-moderating UITP ANZ webinar “ZEB in ANZ: Learning Global to Act Local”
I really enjoyed co moderating the UITP ANZ webinar "ZEB in ANZ: Learning Global to Act Local" on 17th April 2024. The webinar was a worldwide tour all without leaving your desk, so it was an excellent use of time! Check out the slides available on UITP's website. UITP MyLibrary...
CILT- Visit to MTR Crossrail Romford Control Centre, London, 2023
Delighted to see my article published in Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport in March 2024 following on from the control visit in November 2023. Please see below for the article for reference. On Friday 17th November, the Rail Study Forum organised a fascinating visit to the Elizabeth Line Route...
Supporting Stagecoach in Manchester Tranche 3 bus bids, March 2024
Interesting results from Tranche 3 Manchester bus franchises which were announced on 28th March ahead of the May mayoral elections. Metroline, a new entrant to Manchester and a subsidiary of ComfortDelGro, winning 4 of 5 depots on offer. Surbon Consulting is delighted to have helped support Stagecoach on environmental and...