July 24 2025

The Confederation of Passenger Transport is pleased to announce a new partnership with C9 Recruitment, a trusted staffing provider to the bus and coach industry, to support operators with their workforce needs.

As part of this collaboration, CPT members can now access an exclusive 10% discount* on C9 Recruitment’s services, helping to ease staffing pressures across the sector. The offer covers a range of specialist recruitment support, from fully vetted drivers to skilled engineers and experienced back-office personnel.

This new partnership forms part of CPT’s ongoing commitment to supporting its members with practical, cost-saving solutions at a time of continued labour market challenges.

Tailored Support for Bus and Coach Operators

C9 Recruitment brings deep sector knowledge and a proven track record in supplying high-quality personnel to the UK’s passenger transport industry. Their core services include:

  • Professional Drivers – Ready to keep fleets moving, with full vetting and industry compliance.
  • Engineering Personnel – Experienced, qualified staff to ensure vehicle safety and reliability.
  • Back-Office Support – From compliance officers to operations managers, providing essential behind-the-scenes expertise.

“This new offer from C9 Recruitment gives our members access to a trusted recruitment partner with specialist expertise in the bus and coach sector,” said Quaid Martin-Laumatia, CPT’s Membership Engagement Manager. “We know that sourcing and retaining skilled staff remains a major challenge, and we’re pleased to support members with a practical solution that delivers both quality and value.”

Daniel Lunn, Commercial Director, C9 Recruitment added “We’re proud to partner with the Confederation of Passenger Transport to offer this exclusive benefit to CPT members. At C9 Recruitment, our mission is simple: to keep operators moving by providing skilled, fully compliant staff when they’re needed most. We understand the pressures the industry is facing, and this partnership allows us to deliver even greater value and support to operators across the UK”

How to Claim the Discount

CPT members can access the 10% discount* by quoting ‘CPT10’ when engaging C9 Recruitment. The discount is valid for 90 days from the start of the client relationship, after which standard rates apply.

How to get in touch with C9 Recruitment:

Email: commercial@c9-recruitment.com

Phone: 0208 152 4574

*Terms apply.