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The Go-Ahead Group: The First 25 Years
The Go-Ahead Group: The First 25 Years
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Go-Ahead Group is a UK-based transport company that began as a bus operator in the North East and has since expanded into London,England,Singapore,Dublin,Germany,and Norway. It believes in local management and retains local identities for its operating companies.
Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 96 pages
Publication date: 01 July 2022
Publisher: Key Publishing Ltd
Go-Ahead, a transportation company with its roots in Gateshead, emerged as a result of the privatization of the National Bus Company in 1987. The company experienced early expansion by acquiring several smaller bus operators in the North East region. During the 1990s, Go-Ahead made a significant entry into London, quickly establishing itself as the largest bus service provider in the UK capital. Subsequently, the group expanded its operations across England.
In addition to its bus services, Go-Ahead has capitalized on the rail privatization trend and currently operates Govia Thameslink Railway, comprising Thameslink, Southern, Great Northern, and South Eastern. The company has also ventured into overseas markets, running buses in Singapore and Dublin, along with rail services in Germany and Norway. These international operations are franchised.
Go-Ahead maintains a belief in the local management of public transport, with its operating companies retaining local management and identities. This philosophy is reflected in the company's commitment to providing efficient and reliable transportation services to communities throughout the UK.
To commemorate its first 25 years of operation, Go-Ahead has published a comprehensive book that delves into its history, achievements, and developments. Illustrated with over 150 color illustrations, the book provides a detailed account of the company's journey from its inception to the present day. It also includes a brief update on recent events and initiatives.
Overall, Go-Ahead's story is a testament to the resilience and adaptability of the transportation industry. The company has grown from a small bus operator in the North East to a major player in the UK and international transportation markets, while always maintaining its focus on customer service and community engagement.
Weight: 284g
Dimension: 170 x 242 x 8 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781913870294
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