Smith Bros. & Webb

In the UK the company operates 2000 vehicles each of which are on the road seven days a week. Keeping them clean and in the pristine condition as is synonymous with the National Express brand, is a major logistical exercise but one which is eased by the network of Britannia washing systems the company has been using for over 30 years. Manufactured by Smith Brothers & Webb, Britannia Washing systems are renowned for their reliability and longevity. It is for this reason why National Express Head of Property Bus & Coach Mick Mullins has chosen the company as his preferred and trusted supplier. National Express has over 20 washes installed across the UK at main garages and some of the coach owned operations. It is a network which is continuing to expand and National Express has recently installed a new Britannia Streamline in Travel West Midlands Walsall and had a complete refurbishment of a second system. Offering exceptional wash quality, the Britannia Streamline is one of the most advanced in the company's product portfolio. Simple to install and maintain, it is a 4-brush drive through machine which will wash all types of passenger-carrying vehicles from minibuses to double decks with the capability of washing up to 80 vehicles per hour. With the gruelling schedule to which National Express operates, the Britannia Streamline suits the job perfectly. Mick Mullins commented: "Given that each of our vehicles is in continuous operation the turnaround time from them coming in and going back out on the road is often very tight. It is therefore imperative that we have a reliable washing system in place to keep the vehicles in good condition. "I have found the Britannia Washing Systems to be nothing less than excellent. We have tried other companies over the years, but have always returned to Smith Brothers & Webb. They are able to swiftly respond to our needs and requirements and the fact that the company offers a full maintenance package with its own engineers is extremely important.