Stagecoach is in the running to be named the ‘best bus service’ in Scotland.
The UK’s largest bus and coach operator has been shortlisted in several categories in this year’s Scottish Transport Awards.
The firm has received 10 nominations ranging from ‘best bus service’, ‘excellence in technology and innovation’ and top ‘public transport operator’.
Jacqueline Rowan, head of marketing for Scotland, said: “We are so proud to be recognised across 10 categories for this year’s Scottish Transport Awards.
“Stagecoach’s commitment to continued innovation that supports local communities is at the heart of everything we strive for, so to be shortlisted in so many categories is fantastic.
“We look forward to seeing the outcome of the awards in June and celebrating amongst industry peers.”
Stagecoach nominated in 10 categories
Stagecoach has been recognised in the following categories:
- Excellence in Travel Information and Marketing
- Contribution to Sustainable Transport
- Best Bus Service
- Excellence in Tech and Innovation
- Frontline Employee of the Year
- Public Transport Operator of the Year
- Transport Team / Partnership of the Year
The winners will be announced during an awards ceremony at the Marriott Hotel in Glasgow on June 20.
The judging panel is chaired by Alison Irvine, interim chief executive of Transport Scotland.
The nominations come just days after Peterhead commuters stressed rural bus services had hit rock bottom.
One passenger said they have been forced to stay in hotels near Aberdeen hospital for fear of missing appointments due to unreliable buses.
During a fortnight-long survey, held by MSP Karen Adam, 88.46% of the 1144 respondents said they felt the service has deteriorated over the last year.
The MSP is due to meet with Stagecoach bosses next month to discuss the findings in more detail.
