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Stagecoach Bluebird awarded Royal Warrant by the King for services in Deeside

31 Jul 2025

  • Stagecoach has been granted a Royal Warrant from His Majesty The King
  • The Warrant is for three years and has been awarded to Stagecoach Bluebird Buses
  • The Company has supplied coach hire services to the Balmoral Estate

 

Stagecoach, Scotland’s leading bus and coach operator, is proud to announce that its subsidiary, Stagecoach Bluebird, has been granted a Royal Warrant by His Majesty The King. The three-year warrant recognises the company’s long-standing provision of coach hire services to Balmoral Estate in Royal Deeside, Aberdeenshire.

 

Headquartered in Aberdeen, Stagecoach Bluebird has a rich history of serving communities across the North East of Scotland. The awarding of the Royal Warrant celebrates not only the company’s excellence in transport services but also its commitment to supporting local heritage and the Scottish economy.

 

David Beaton, Managing Director of Stagecoach North Scotland, said:

“This is a moment of immense pride for all of us at Stagecoach Bluebird. To receive a Royal Warrant from His Majesty The King is an honour that reflects the dedication and professionalism of our team in the North East. We’re especially proud to continue serving Balmoral Estate — a cherished part of Scotland’s national identity.”

 

The Royal Warrant is a mark of quality awarded to companies that have supplied goods or services to the Royal Household for at least five years and uphold the highest standards.

Stagecoach operates over 1,200 buses across Scotland, connecting rural areas with major cities and playing a vital role in sustainable travel and local employment.