Transport & Travel Digest #1
In the first of our Transport & Travel Digests we look at all things locomotive, from EVs to holidays. Featuring stories from Oxford Bus Company, Toyota, Your E-Car and many more.
Toyota supports humanitarian efforts to help Ukraine emergency situation
Toyota has started to provide humanitarian assistance to those who are suffering. This includes direct assistance to Toyota’s Ukrainian employees and their families and to Ukrainian refugees, as well as corporate donations up to approximately 2.5 million euros.
The Airline offers Ukrainian refugees free travel to Oxford from Heathrow...
Oxford Bus Company is to let Ukrainian refugees arriving in the UK free travel on its Airline service.
Ben Fleetwood’s EV Market March Update
“Did you hear the one about the cargo ship carrying 4,000 luxury vehicles sinking in the Atlantic?”
Toyota launches cross-Channel rail freight service to cut emissions from its...
Toyota Motor Europe (TME) has started transporting new cars by cross-Channel freight train services between its Valenciennes vehicle logistics hub in northern France and the major UK rail depot at Toton, in Nottinghamshire. This is the first phase of its pan-European plan to move a larger number of vehicles by rail freight in line with its ambition to decarbonise its logistics operations.
Bus operators encourage people to get back on services after Government...
Oxfordshire’s leading bus operators today welcomed the news of extended government funding that will help the industry continue to recover from the COVID-19 pandemic.
DPD welcomes Britain’s first Zero Emission Zone pilot
Leading delivery company DPD has welcomed Britain’s first Zero Emission Zone (ZEZ) pilot, launched in Oxford, saying it will bring long term benefits to the city, it’s residents and the wider environment.
Oxford Bus Company hosting engagement events for Bus and Coach Driver...
Oxford Bus Company is holding open events for the public to discover more about bus and coach driving opportunities.
Bramble Energy’s £35 million Series B financing round
The corporate team at Penningtons Manches Cooper has advised Bramble Energy on the completion of their £35 million Series B financing round.
Oxford SmartZone announces fare changes
Oxford SmartZone has announced that fares will be changing from 27th February 2022. This is the first time that fares have been increased in two years and the changes represent the rising costs across the bus industry.
Bus operators appeal for funding extension to avoid further withdrawals
Oxfordshire’s leading bus operators have issued an urgent appeal for further government recovery funding – to avoid significant cuts to services.
Park&Ride bus travel and parking ticketing combo launched
Regular visitors to Oxford travelling on the park&ride will now benefit from a combined bus and parking season ticket for the first time.
Belmond Le Manoir Quat’Saisons Awarded ‘Gourmet Getaways’ in PetsPyjamas’ Dog-Friendly Travel...
With a brand new year of possible adventures ahead, leading dog-friendly holiday company since 2014, PetsPyjamas, reveals the winners of their Dog-Friendly Travel Awards, with Belmond Le Manoir aux Quat’Saisons in Great Milton, Oxfordshire winning the title of Gourmet Getaways.
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Experience ‘Life Below Stairs’ at Blenheim Palace: all-new visitor experience unveiled
From 29th March, step into history as Blenheim Palace unveils ‘Life Below Stairs’ – a groundbreaking new visitor experience that brings the hidden world of Victorian service to life like never before. The experience is set within some of the original working kitchens, open to visitors for the very first time.
Christmas and 2026 group bookings announced at Blenheim Palace with trade pricing...
Blenheim Palace is delighted to announce the highly-anticipated theme of Christmas at Blenheim for 2025 – Palace of Oz where groups can enjoy an enchanting festive experience with exclusive trade pricing.
The Story Museum: Bringing Stories to Life in Magical Ways
The Story Museum is no ordinary museum. Nestled in the heart of Oxford, this unique, immersive space is dedicated to celebrating the power of storytelling in all its forms. Whether through interactive exhibitions, live performances, or creative workshops, The Story Museum is on a mission to enrich lives—especially young lives—through the magic of stories.
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Seven companies relocating to The Oxford Trust’s new Oxford Centre for...
Seven science and tech start-ups and SMEs are to move from The Oxford Trust’s current Oxford Centre for Innovation to its new location at Blue Boar Court, Alfred Street, in Oxford’s city centre.
The Numbers Don’t Lie
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Bicester Motion promotes Jonty Ashworth to development director
Bicester Motion, the 444-acre future mobility estate in Oxfordshire, has promoted Jonty Ashworth to development director.