Women in Bus and Coach (WiBC) is proud to announce that it has been awarded the Viva Shield 2024, the premier honour of the Worshipful Company of Carmen, at the Company’s prestigious Mansion House Awards Banquet. The ceremony took place at Mansion House, the official residence of the Lord Mayor of the City of London […]
Mayor Tracy Brabin joined guests at Stourton Park and Ride in Leeds on Monday 24th March to officially launch the Northern region of WiBC. Mayor Brabin, a long-time advocate for equality and diversity, was also named a Women in Bus and Coach Ambassador in recognition of her unwavering commitment to championing inclusivity in public services
To celebrate International Women’s Day 2025, Women in Bus and Coach is proud to announce a landmark partnership with the Society of Operations Engineers (SOE). This collaboration is dedicated to increasing female representation in engineering, with a particular focus on the IRTE Bus & Coach Skills Challenge 2025. Breaking Barriers in a Male-Dominated Industry The
Women in Bus and Coach are proud to sponsor a place on the Women in Transport LEAD Programme for Spring 2025 through our bursary scheme. This initiative provides a unique opportunity for a woman working in bus, coach or community transport to gain invaluable professional development at senior level. About the Bursary This bursary is designed
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Women in Bus and Coach (WiBC) is delighted to announce the appointment of Victoria Armstrong and Laura Hadzik to its Board of Directors. Their extensive experience and deep commitment to the transport sector will further strengthen WiBC’s mission to champion and support women within the industry. Victoria Armstrong is the Chief Executive of the Community
Join us for an inspiring networking event hosted by Women in Bus and Coach at TRL’s groundbreaking Smart Mobility Living Lab in Woolwich (2-minute walk from the Woolwich Elizabeth line station). This event is designed to bring together professionals across the bus, coach and community transport industry, and parallel sectors to foster connections, celebrate mentorship,
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Women in Bus and Coach is proud to announce the launch of its Ambassador Programme, a new initiative celebrating individuals who have made exceptional contributions to advancing gender equity and inclusivity within the Bus, Coach and Community Transport industry. The inaugural Ambassador recognition was awarded to Anne Marie Purcell, Chief Transformation Officer for Transport for
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Visitors to Kingston’s newly refurbished Cromwell Road bus station can now see a permanent plaque honouring Jill Viner, London’s first woman bus driver. This tribute celebrates Viner’s pioneering role in the transport industry and her contributions to breaking barriers for women in the field. Jill Viner made history in May 1974 as the first woman
Women in Bus and Coach is thrilled to announce the launch of its Northern Region Group. This new regional group will create a dedicated support network for women working in Northern England, fostering mentorship, professional development, and local engagement within the industry. Joining the existing London Region Group, the Northern Region Group marks the next
Women in Bus and Coach is proud to announce the launch of a dedicated Coach Subgroup. This initiative aims to provide tailored support, networking opportunities, and resources for women working in the UK coach industry. The new Coach Subgroup is designed to address the unique challenges and opportunities faced by women in the coach sector.
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