An outstanding 344 Drivers from Nottinghamshire bus operator, Stagecoach East Midlands, have been recognised for their exceptional driving standards and dedication to road safety, throughout 2025. This figure is a significant improvement on the total for 2024, when 232 drivers achieved this status.
Driver safety specialists GreenRoad monitor the performance of drivers across Stagecoach East Midlands and award a ‘Fleet Elite’ status to drivers who demonstrate sustained driving excellence, as evidenced by outstanding safety scores and displaying true mastery of the driving profession.
The aim is to inspire a continued focus on road safety and offer a source of pride for drivers who help improve passenger and driver safety, reduce risk, and save lives.
In total, 96 local drivers have reached ‘Grand Master’ or ‘Master’ Fleet Elite status for having maintained the highest standards of safe and fuel-efficient driving for 10 and four years. In fact, 13 of Stagecoach East Midlands’ drivers achieved a perfect GreenRoad rating of zero for the entire year!
Matt Cranwell, Managing Director of Stagecoach East Midlands, said: “These are really impressive result that show how much effort our teams have put in to ensure we run a safe and smooth bus service each and every day. Huge congratulations to everyone who has achieved Fleet Elite status!
“As a bus operator, the safety of our staff and passengers is our number one priority, so I am extremely proud that such a huge number of our drivers have been recognised for their driving excellence.
“We know that our customers rely on us, so we cannot get things wrong when we are out on the road. Our drivers continue to demonstrate their commitment to achieving the highest standards, day in day out.”
Posted on 15 January 2026
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