Grayson recently attended the prestigious routeone Awards 2024 at The Vox in Birmingham, an annual celebration of the bus and coach industry’s exceptional achievements. Hosted by Routeone Magazine, the event recognises excellence across operators, engineers, and rising stars.
The awards bring together the sector’s best and brightest, highlighting accomplishments in customer experience, environmental innovation, and operational excellence. This year, finalists included a mix of small family-run and large national operators, reflecting the industry’s diversity.
Grayson’s Managing Director, Stuart Hateley, and Aftermarket Sales Manager, Alex Bagnall, proudly represented our company at this inspiring evening.
A highlight of the ceremony was its focus on innovation, from sustainable practices to advanced technology applications. In particular, it was a pleasure to see some of our valued aftermarket customers and partners receive awards. Jack Abbott, Engineering Director at Stagecoach Yorkshire, was awarded Engineer of the Year – Jack recently joined us in celebrating a 20-year Grayson tradition at our annual Curry Night. Additionally, Metroline was recognised for their Outstanding Customer Experience, a testament to their dedication for passenger satisfaction and operational excellence. Jonathan Hunt, a valued leader at our partner First Bus, also received the award for Manager of the Year, highlighting the exceptional talent driving the industry forward.
In particular, it was a pleasure to see some of our valued aftermarket customers and partners receive awards. Jack Abbott, Engineering Director at Stagecoach Yorkshire, was awarded Engineer of the Year – Jack recently joined us in celebrating a 20-year Grayson tradition at our annual Curry Night. Additionally, Metroline was recognised for their Outstanding Customer Experience, a testament to their dedication for passenger satisfaction and operational excellence. Jonathan Hunt, a valued leader at our partner First Bus, also received the award for Manager of the Year, highlighting the exceptional talent driving the industry forward.
Beyond the awards, the event served as a valuable opportunity to network with industry colleagues and share insights to drive the sector forward.
Commenting on the evening, Stuart Hateley, Managing Director of Grayson, said: “It was great to attend the Route One Awards and celebrate the achievements of individuals in the bus and coach sector. The evening also highlighted the exciting evolution and resilience of an industry that I have been proud to be part of for over three decades.
“Grayson has been involved in the bus and coach industry for over 45 years and it is remarkable to see how far the industry has developed during that time. Now, with the transition to zero-emission solutions paving the way for a sustainable future, it feels like the best years of the industry lay ahead of us.
“Congratulations to all the winners on the night and a thank you to Route One for hosting a fantastic evening – we look forward to celebrating more achievements at the next awards in 2026.”
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