Newport Aspergers man takes care of business (From South Wales Argus)

Newport Aspergers man takes care of business

11:00pm Monday 19th January 2009 in Gwent news By South Wales Argus Newsdesk

A NEWPORT-born businessman has overcome his condition to set up his own coach business.

Peter Young, 27, who suffers from Asperger Syndrome will start UK Express Coaches on February 2 after he wanted more direct coach services available from Newport.

Mr Young first came up with the idea after talking with agents and finding there was no link between Newport and Birmingham International Airport and that the links between the city and other destinations involved a number of changes.

The firm, which will be based in Edinburgh, will sub-contract coaches and drivers.

The business was funded by Mr Young along with private finance and grant aid.

Routes will take place between Newport and Chepstow, Lydney, Birmingham International Airport, Manchester Airport, Manchester City Centre, Edinburgh and the Scottish Borders.

A launch of the company will take place at Bettws Post office at 10.30am on Wednesday.