Transport minister to talk bus and coach at engineering conference19 January 2011

Parliamentary Under Secretary of State for Transport, Norman Baker, will be the keynote speaker at the Bus and Coach Engineering Conference, being hosted by three of the biggest names in road transport next month.

Being staged on Wednesday 16 February in London, the event is being run by the IMechE (Institution of Mechanical Engineers), IRTE (Institute of Road Transport Engineers) and Passengerfta – the PCV (Passenger Carrying Vehicle) sector of the Freight Transport Association.

Baker says he will be discussing his time in office so far, in the context of the latest developments in bus and coach engineering.

Senior Traffic Commissioner Philip Brown will also give an update on the PCV industry, as well as the latest on the Traffic Commissioner report.

According to the Bus and Coach Engineering Conference organisers, subject matter on the agenda includes: designing vehicles for maintenance; latest hybrid technology; technician licensing assessment; reducing fuel consumption; latest developments with London buses; and legislation.

"The fact that we have a transport minister speaking at this event should speak volumes in terms of its quality and Mr Baker promises to deliver a fascinating insight into the policy decisions influencing the sector," says Lawrie Alford, strategic business manager for Passengerfta.

"With engineering constantly changing, more than ever, PCV operators need to keep ahead of the curve. The Bus and Coach Engineering Conference will arm operators with the information they need to stay legal and compliant and get the best out of their fleets."

Author
Brian Tinham

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