Preston Bus Named Finalist in Four Categories at 2026 BIBA Awards 21/05/2026
Preston Bus is proud to announce it has been shortlisted as a finalist in four prestigious categories at the 2026 Be Inspired Business Awards (BIBAs), Lancashire’s premier celebration of business excellence.
The company has been recognised in the following categories:
- Family Business of the Year
- Leadership Team of the Year
- Service Business of the Year
- Apprentice Team of the Year
This outstanding achievement reflects a period of sustained growth, transformation and investment for Preston Bus, as the company continues to strengthen its position as a leading transport provider across the region.
In recent years, Preston Bus has made significant strides in enhancing its operations and infrastructure. A major milestone has been the redevelopment of its depot, introducing modern engineering facilities, new office space and dedicated training areas designed to support both operational excellence and employee development. These improvements have created a modern working environment that enables teams to deliver high standards of service while supporting learning and progression across the workforce.
Alongside physical investment, the business has focused heavily on people development, introducing structured training pathways, apprenticeships and leadership development programmes. This ongoing commitment has not only strengthened workforce capability but also supported retention and long-term sustainability, ensuring Preston Bus remains well-positioned to meet evolving customer expectations and industry demands.
Operationally, Preston Bus has continued to improve service delivery across the region, building a reputation for reliability, customer focus and community engagement. By investing in both its fleet and its people, the company has enhanced the overall passenger experience while expanding its reach and impact across Lancashire.
Being named a finalist in four categories is a significant achievement and a testament to the collective effort of the entire Preston Bus team.
A spokesperson for Preston Bus said:
“Being recognised as finalists in four categories at the BIBAs is an incredible honour for everyone at Preston Bus. It reflects the hard work, dedication and commitment shown by our entire team over recent years. From our depot redevelopment to our investment in people and service delivery, this recognition highlights how far we have come across all aspects of the business.”
They added:
“We are extremely proud of everyone across all departments. Their passion and commitment to delivering excellent service to our customers and communities is what drives our success. To be acknowledged in categories that reflect our people, leadership and service is something we are truly proud of.”
The BIBAs are widely regarded as the most prestigious business awards in Lancashire, celebrating innovation, leadership and excellence across a wide range of industries.
Preston Bus now looks forward to the awards ceremony later this year, where it will join other leading organisations from across the county in celebrating business success.