The global push toward a low-carbon economy is moving faster than ever. Governments, businesses, and investors are stepping up their commitments to net zero, and 2025 has shown just how important credible, data-driven sustainability strategies have become.

That’s why we’re thrilled to share some exciting news: Go-Ahead Group has been named Best Railway Transportation for Carbon Reduction in Europe at the World Finance Carbon Awards.

These awards celebrate organisations that aren’t just talking about sustainability, they’re delivering real results. For us, this recognition reflects the hard work happening across our teams to cut emissions and make public transport greener for everyone.

What an incredible day at the UK Bus Awards, where excellence across the industry was celebrated! We’re proud to share that so many of our colleagues and operating companies were recognised for the outstanding work they deliver every single day.

Our Award Wins

🏆 Gold

• Young Manager of the Year – Isobel Hedley-Jones (Fastrack)
• Top National Bus Depot – Poole (Morebus)
• Marketing for Growth – Route 1X (Brighton & Hove Buses)
• Recruitment and Retention – Level Up (Brighton & Hove Buses)

🥈 Silver

• Top City Operator – Brighton & Hove Buses
• Top Contracted Operator – Go North West
• Top Shire Operator – Metrobus
• London Bus Garage of the Year – Sutton (Go-Ahead London)

🥉 Bronze

• Partnership for Excellence – The Peter Huntley Memorial Award – Hull Bus Alliance

These awards shine a spotlight on the dedication and professionalism of operators, teams, and individuals who go above and beyond to provide high-quality services for passengers.

A Special Recognition

We’re delighted to share that Martin Dean, Managing Director, UK Regional Bus, received the Lifetime Contribution to the Bus Industry Award. Martin’s deep knowledge, passion for public transport, and unwavering support for colleagues make him an invaluable part of Go-Ahead and the wider industry.

We had a fantastic evening at the Route One Awards, where excellence across the bus and coach industry was celebrated. We’re proud to share that several of our colleagues and operating companies were recognised for their exceptional work and commitment to delivering high-quality services every day.

Our Award Wins

• Manager of the Year (Large Operator) – Richard Wade (Go South Coast – Morebus)
• Engineer of the Year (Large Operator) – Martyn Walsh (Go North West)
• Best Use of Technology – Brighton & Hove Buses and Metrobus
• Large Bus Operator of the Year – Go South Coast
• Special Award – Posthumously awarded to Andrew Wickham MBE for his outstanding dedication and contribution to Go South Coast

The Route One Awards recognise outstanding operators, teams, and individuals who go above and beyond to provide excellent services for passengers. Having so many of our colleagues and operating companies shortlisted and taking home multiple wins is a true testament to the quality and professionalism across the Go-Ahead Group.

Go-Ahead’s investment in apprenticeships has been recognised by The Sunday Times in their Top 100 Apprenticeship Employers list. The Sunday Times Top 100 Apprenticeship Employers 2025 celebrates the UK’s outstanding apprenticeship employers – recognising their commitment to creating new apprenticeships, the diversity of their apprentices, and the number of apprentices who successfully complete their apprenticeships. The prestigious annual rankings are compiled by High Fliers Research for The Sunday Times.

The recognition celebrates our on-going commitment to creating career opportunities for the next generation of transport professionals – and to build a workforce that truly reflects the communities we serve.

There are currently over 1,400 apprentices at Go-Ahead across rail and bus. The apprenticeship programmes cover customer services, engineering, management, and driving qualifications.

Go-Ahead’s investment in apprenticeships has been recognised by the Department for Education in their Top 100 Apprenticeship Employers list.

The recognition celebrates our on-going commitment to creating career opportunities for the next generation of transport professionals – and to build a workforce that truly reflects the communities we serve.

There are currently over 1,400 apprentices at Go-Ahead across rail and bus. The apprenticeship programmes cover customer services, engineering, management, and driving qualifications.

Announced in March 2023, Go-Ahead’s operating company Go North West, ranked 8th overall out of 259 leading British businesses across 28 sectors.

The survey, the UK’s longest-running corporate reputation study, is unique in that winners are chosen by board representatives, analysts, and City commentators. Go-Ahead Group stood out by winning seven of the 13 criteria, including:

• Quality of Products & Services
• Ability to Attract, Develop & Retain Top Talent
• Capacity to Innovate
• Quality of Marketing
• Effective Environmental, Social & Governance (ESG)
• Effective Corporate Governance
• Commitment to Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

The recognition reinforces Go-Ahead Group’s position as a trusted leader in the transport sector, demonstrating its excellence in governance, environmental responsibility, and employee development.