It’s amazing isn’t it, that buses turn up, usually on time or thereabouts, they work, they transport people, and they return to the depot at night. Coaches too. They take people on holiday, or pick up the slack when the railway line is blocked. As a passenger, and even from some perspectives within the industry, it’s easy to lose sight of all the little things that come together to make that happen. The parts all add up to produce something that’s far greater than each individual piece, and those parts vary widely; they include the destination screens that tell people where the bus is going or where to get off, the replacement components that keep basic vehicle systems running as they should, the companies which repair and refresh vehicles, maintaining a pleasant passenger environment, and the facilities that keep the wheels turning and themoney flowing.