Stagecoach South 308 drivers awarded for road safety

Bus drivers awarded for 'exceptional driving and commitment to road safety' <i>(Image: Supplied)</i>
Bus drivers awarded for 'exceptional driving and commitment to road safety' (Image: Supplied)
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More than 300 bus drivers have been awarded for exceptional driving and commitment to road safety.

The honours were given to drivers from Stagecoach South, a Basingstoke-based operator, who were recognised as 'Fleet Elite' by driver safety specialists GreenRoad.

The Fleet Elite programme monitors driver performance and awards status to those who consistently demonstrate high safety standards.

Marc Reddy, managing director of Stagecoach South, said: "These are really impressive result that show how much effort our teams have put in to ensure we run a safe and smooth bus service each and every day.

"Huge congratulations to everyone who has achieved Fleet Elite status."

Of the 308 drivers recognised, 84 reached 'Grand Master' or 'Master' status.

These titles are given to drivers who have maintained the highest standards of safe and fuel-efficient driving for 10 and four years respectively.

Mr Reddy said: "As a bus operator, the safety of our staff and passengers is our number one priority, so I am extremely proud that such a huge number of our drivers have been recognised for their driving excellence.

"We know that our customers rely on us, so we cannot get things wrong when we are out on the road.

"Our drivers continue to demonstrate their commitment to achieving the highest standards, day in day out."

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