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A long-established Cheshire coach operator has expanded its regional presence with the opening of a new depot on the outskirts of Chester.

FirstGroup has confirmed the acquisition of Hills Coaches of Wolverhampton, further strengthening its position in the UK coach market and signalling continued confidence in the sector.

FirstGroup, parent company of First Bus, has announced the acquisition of Leeds-based coach operator J&B Travel Limited, strengthening its offering in the West Yorkshire coach market. 

FirstGroup, parent company of First Bus, has confirmed the acquisition of Leeds-based coach operator J&B Travel Limited, in a move that further strengthens its position in the UK coach market and signals continued interest in strategic sector growth.

• FirstGroup acquires RATP Dev’s sightseeing operations in London and Bath
• The operations include a freehold depot in south west London and a leased depot in Bath
• Bath to Bristol Airport Airdecker service also part of the deal
• Acquisition part of FirstGroup’s growth and diversification strategy and chance to “expand its footprint in two key markets”