Our Board
The UKCOA Board are elected from the membership at the Annual General Meeting each March. They ensure that the Associations aims and objectives are taken forward and that members views are fairly represented to those bodies who influence coach operation in the UK including the Department for Transport and regional bodies including Transport for London and local authorities. The Managing Director, the Director of Operations along with the Membership and Administration Manager support the Board and the work of the Association.
In addition, we can advise members of any requirements for the services they provide to be run under a London Service Permit (LSP) issued by Transport for London (TfL). Together with our industry partners, we work to improve the infrastructure and environment in the UK for coach travel. New members are welcome. Further information and an application form can be found here.
Stephen Telling
UKCOA President
Falcon Coaches
Tom James
UKCOA Chair
York Pullman
David Blake
UKCOA Vice Chair
Blake’s Coaches
Peter Bradley
UKCOA Managing Director
Peter Rice
UKCOA Finance Director
Southgate & Finchley Coaches
Anthony Marett
UKCOA Director
Marett’s Chariots
Rose Williams
UKCOA Director
Williams Coaches
Robert Whelan
UKCOA Director
Corbel of London
Mark Anderson
UKCOA Director
Anderson Travel
Stephen Spiller
UKCOA Director
Centurion Travel
Kevin Wilde
UKCOA Director
Industry Veteran
Clive Edwards
UKCOA Director
Taf Valley Coaches
Kevin Mayne
UKCOA Director
Maynes Coaches
Richard Telling
UKCOA Director
Falcon Coaches
About the Association
Become a Member
The UKCOA is the only trade association run by coach operators for coach operators.
Joining the UKCOA is easy. Membership rates range between £200 and £600 per year depending on the number of vehicles you operate and you will have access to the latest news and updates affecting your company, joining like minded members of the coach industry who want to provide the best possible service for their customers. For further information click here.
What We Do
We champion the interests of the coach industry, tackling key issues like PSVAR compliance, vehicle technology, driver recruitment, coach parking, and changes to legislation.
We engage with local and national government, and key transport stakeholders to ensure coaches are recognised as a vital, sustainable mode of transport. The UKCOA provides a powerful collective voice and a strong network of industry professionals. Together, we are shaping the future of coaching.
Member Benefits
UKCOA members gain exclusive access to compliance updates, crisis control resources, and essential industry insights through our members-only page, keeping them informed and prepared for regulatory changes.
With regular meetings and newsletters, plus direct engagement with government officials, industry leaders, and key decision-makers, the UKCOA ensures your voice is heard, your concerns are addressed, and your business is supported in an ever-evolving industry.
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