C&C Clients Celebrate at the Route One Awards!

Added on: November 17, 2025

The C&C Leeds team were in full celebration mode last week after one of our standout clients stormed to victory to take a top gong at the Route One Awards. Held at The Vox, Resorts World Birmingham, the event was a sparkling showcase of brilliance across the UK’s bus and coach sector, bringing together industry leaders, innovators and rising stars for an unforgettable night.

Adding even more excitement, another C&C client was also shortlisted in the same category. A double-hit of recognition that speaks volumes about the calibre of businesses we’re proud to support.

With more than 900 guests packing out the venue, you had to be loud to make yourself heard… fortunately, the Leeds team doesn’t struggle with volume. Tom was joined by Jordan Williams, Jack Shawyer, Tom Jackson, Andy Atkins, Kelly Lawson, and his wife, Suzy. They were also accompanied by Dan King from QBE and his wife, Kelly, making for a lively (almost) full-strength C&C contingent.

Tom O’Connell, Director of C&C Leeds, says: “The Route One Awards are always fiercely competitive, so seeing two of our clients recognised for their service excellence was fantastic. The UK bus and coach industry continues to raise the bar every single year. And whilst neither clients are strangers to winning awards, we’re absolutely thrilled for the team that took home the silverware. Huge thanks to the organisers and venue staff for a truly spectacular evening.”

The judging panel praised our winning client for being “On the front foot, imaginative and energised”, highlighting the operator’s impressive growth, dynamic approach and diverse workforce.

A huge congratulations to all nominees and winners. Being shortlisted alone is a significant achievement and a reminder of the innovation, leadership and unwavering commitment driving the sector forward.

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