Case Studies

Calibre D2D Ltd is the specialist logistics partner responsible for delivering the majority of all new buses across the UK. As the transition to electric fleets accelerates, the company found itself at the forefront of a new operational challenge: how to move and charge zero-emission vehicles efficiently between ports, depots and manufacturers. Partnering with First Charge, Calibre discovered a solution that has transformed the way it delivers electric vehicles nationwide, improving reliability, sustainability and efficiency at scale.

Creating access to education and work

Through partnerships with local education providers, First Bus is helping remove barriers to work for young people who face additional challenges accessing education and employment.

Kian Lewis, is a 20-year-old care leaver and neurodivergent young adult from Oldham, whose supported internship at First Bus’ Rochdale depot led directly to paid employment.

A ground-breaking partnership between First Bus and Suicide Prevention UK has helped bus drivers and passengers recognise the signs of suicide, raise awareness across the network and ensure more people in crisis know that support is available.