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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”