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16th July 2025

New £1 only West Bay to Dorset shuttle bus service launches next weekend 

All aboard! The WB2 shuttle service from Bridport to West Bay launches next weekend! Wondering how we’re involved? We recently awarded £20,000 to Bridport Town Council to support the running of this low-cost, frequent weekend bus service between the two places. The funding will help to minimise dependency on travelling by car, reduces carbon emissions, […]

8th July 2025

Western Gateway STB helps hauliers earn up to 68k and save 8 tonnes of CO2!

Freight that goes beyond weight. We’ve been leading an innovative project to help HGV drivers get more mileage out of their journeys. Alongside our neighbouring STB Peninsula Transport, we’ve helped hauliers cut their carbon emissions by 7,915kg and earn up to £68,000 more than they would have. This is due to a smart logistics technology, […]

17th June 2025

New job vacancy: Transport Officer

Our small but mighty team of six is expanding! We’re looking for a Transport Officer to join the crew. What’s involved? This is an exciting role where you’ll be active in preparing, implementing and monitoring the Strategic Transport Plan and other associated transport related strategies for the Western Gateway region.  You’ll lead on work packages and ensure key […]

27th May 2025

Funding awarded to innovative transport pilots in rural areas across the South West region

Rural areas deserve to be put on the map. We’re  helping to fund three innovative transport pilots aimed at improving low-carbon, inclusive, and accessible mobility across rural communities in the region. These include: Gloucestershire Community Rail Partnership – Enhancing Access to Rural Spaces A community – led research and engagement initiative exploring how Demand Responsive […]

20th May 2025

Western Gateway STB reveals 10-year Strategic Investment Plan for regional transport

We have released our Strategic Investment Plan (SIP), a document detailing 38 transport projects across the region, which have been put forward for funding prioritisation by the Department for Transport. Spanning the geography from Tewkesbury to Bournemouth, the projects have been chosen as they enhance connectivity, reduce costs and support sustainable travel across the region. […]

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17th April 2025

Two coach studies set the direction for increased connectivity in the region

We are pleased to publish two feasibility studies that look to increase coach transport connectivity across the region! Coach Strategy (Phase 2) Feasibility Study – Strategic Gap 2 A new feasibility study focused on improving coach connectivity along its Strategic Gap 2 corridor – linking Cheltenham, Gloucester, Stroud, Wotton-under-Edge, Thornbury, Bristol, and Bristol Airport. The […]

8th April 2025

All aboard: Coach sector gains momentum at regional forum

We held our fourth regional coach forum on the Tuesday 11 March in person at the Guildhall in Bath. The forum was attended by 27 stakeholders and was a chance for collaboration between the public and private sectors to promote the coach sector – which is an often misunderstood but very environmentally friendly form of […]

4th April 2025

DfT grants another year of funding to Western Gateway STB to transform transport

We have secured another year of vital funding! A settlement of £816,000 from the Department for Transport (DfT) means we can continue to transform regional transport. This funding will allow Western Gateway STB to continue its collaboration with local authorities, transport operators and stakeholders to improve infrastructure, connectivity and access for everyone who works, lives […]

14th March 2025

The Salisbury area Strategic Rail Study has been published

Salisbury Station, a vital hub on the West of England Line, is set for significant transformation as passenger numbers surge and strategic rail projects take take off. Acting as a key link between Basingstoke and Exeter St David’s, the station not only serves commuters and tourists but also supports freight services and the South Western […]

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