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First Bus appoints new Operations Director

Posted: 27 April 2015 | Katie Sadler, Digital Content Producer, Intelligent Transport

First Bus has today announced the appointment of Adrian Jones as Operations Director responsible for driving improvements in operational and safety performance across its bus businesses portfolio. Adrian was previously Managing Director of First’s London business for six years between 2007 and 2013 and more recently Managing Director of First Essex. Adrian will continue to […]

Adrian Jones new Operations Director at First Bus

First Bus has today announced the appointment of Adrian Jones as Operations Director responsible for driving improvements in operational and safety performance across its bus businesses portfolio.

Adrian Jones new Operations Director at First Bus

Adrian Jones, Operations Director, First Bus

Adrian was previously Managing Director of First’s London business for six years between 2007 and 2013 and more recently Managing Director of First Essex. Adrian will continue to report to Regional Managing Director, Neil Barker, who commented on the recent appointment:

“I’m delighted Adrian has accepted this new role which underpins our commitment to efficient and sustainable service delivery, supporting growth across our local businesses.”

Adrian Jones said: “I’m already relishing the new role and determined to build on the considerable operational achievements that have already been delivered across First Bus. However, our pursuit of operational excellence is relentless and I’m confident that working with the local teams we will deliver further improvements.”

He added: “I’m leaving behind a fantastic team in Essex who are absolutely committed to improving services and attracting more people on to the bus.”

Following Adrian’s promotion Alex Jones, current Operations Director at First Essex, has been appointed Interim Managing Director of the company.

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