A Legacy of Excellence

CELEBRATING THE BEST OF 2026

The routeone Awards are the ultimate mark of excellence in the coach and bus industry, recognising those who lead the way in performance, innovation and achievement.

For the 2026 honours, the industry nominated its finest operators and individuals. Following a rigorous assessment of entries, the independent Judges selected the winners from an outstanding shortlist of finalists.

The winners were revealed on 4 November at The Vox, Resorts World, Birmingham, in front of 900 industry professionals at the sector’s most prestigious night – once again, a sell-out.

The Awards coincided with Euro Bus Expo, which placed them at the heart of the biggest networking week in the UK coach and bus industry calendar.

The Winners

The 16 award categories celebrate outstanding achievements, exceptional contributions and the highest standards across all aspects of operating excellence.

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The Process

A meticulous process, from industry nominations and detailed entries to rigorous independent judging, ensures the selection of deserving winners.

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The Event

Coinciding with Euro Bus Expo (NEC, 3-5 November 2026), the Awards brought together 900 industry professionals for an unforgettable celebration.

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The Awards

79 outstanding individuals and businesses were named finalists for the 2026 routeone Awards, with winners recognised across 16 categories.

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2026 WINNERS REVEALED

2026 Judging Panel

The Judges

Joan Aitken OBE
Former Traffic Commissioner for Scotland
Richard Delahoy
Former Transport Consultant
Norman Thomas
Norman Thomas
Former Product Engineering Manager for Volvo Bus
Graham Russell
Graham Russell
Former Director at FirstGroup
Nigel Eggleton
Nigel Eggleton
Former Managing Director of First Bus Midlands and South Yorkshire
Gary Nolan
Gary Nolan
former Regional Director, Stagecoach
Scott Pearson FCILT
Former Managing Director, Newport Transport
Chris Owens
Former Managing Director, Alpine Travel
That's what winning a routeone Award means

Respected. Celebrated. Remembered.

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Award Partners

 
Backhouse Jones
BusWorld Tewkesbury Arthur Spriggs
Daimler Buses UK Ltd
Euro Bus Expo
Freeway Fleet Systems
GTG Engineering
Harris Higer
IntSol Recruitment
JMW
Pelican Yutong
PPG
Ridango
Ticketer
VOLVO
Weightmans
Zenobe
 

Event Partners

 
Alexander Dennis
Altro
Elite Vehicle Supplies
Ferdia
Ignite Vehicle Services
IntSol Recruitment
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VEV
Wrightbus
 

Event Supporters

 
Alfatronix
BYD
Custom Denning
Drivetech
Lloyd Morgan
Microlise
National Express
Realise Transport
Trackaroo
Transmach Systems Ltd
 

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