Aberdeen-headquartered FirstGroup has published its half-year report, revealing a "robust performance" and a 30% jump in adjusted revenue.
The transport giant's results for the 26 weeks to September 27 show adjusted revenue rose to £833.6million - from £639.6million the previous six months - reflecting growth in bus revenues, the contribution of First Bus London and progress in First Rail open access and Rail services
That gives FirstGroup an adjusted operating profit of £103.6million, up from £100.8million, with growth from recent acquisitions offset by higher National Insurance contributions.
Commenting, chief executive officer Graham Sutherland said: "We have delivered a robust performance in H1 2026, made further progress in growing and diversifying the business and maintained our positive earnings trajectory.
"In the second half, we will benefit from the actions we have taken to restructure the business as well as the contribution of our recent acquisitions and expect modest growth in our adjusted earnings per share for the full year.
"Our focus remains on the delivery of our commitments, including the successful execution of our UK focused growth strategy.
"Underpinned by our strong balance sheet and disciplined capital allocation policy, we are well placed to deliver further benefits for all our stakeholders."