GREENOCK-based bus company McGill’s welcomed its Biggest Little Bus Fan for an unforgettable day at one of its depots.

Stepping into the role of managing director, Jacob Taylor experienced the inner workings of the depot and enjoyed a series of activities from across a variety of departments.

McGill’s launched the hunt for their ‘Biggest Little Bus Fan’ back in March and received hundreds of entries from parents and guardians nominating children across the west, with Jacob coming out on top.

Jacob was thrilled to explore the depot, learning about bus operations, maintenance and the in-house training academy - even participating in some mock theory tests.

His visit included a memorable open-top bus tour and the chance to sit in the driver’s seat of one of his favourite buses, an Enviro 200, with the highlight of the show being the unveiling of a bus named after Jacob himself.

Jacob's mum, Victoria, said: “I cannot thank McGill’s enough for an amazingly wonderful day. Everyone has gone to so much effort and spent so much time with us explaining and showing us pretty much everything in the depot. Every single person could not have been nicer or kinder.

“When I saw Jacob’s name on the bus, I actually got a bit emotional at the lengths McGill’s had gone to in order to make the day so special.”

Robert Gibson, operational manager at McGill’s, said: “We were delighted to host Jacob and his family.

"Jacob’s passion for buses and his enthusiasm for learning about our operations were truly inspiring, his joy and curiosity were contagious, and it was a pleasure to see him so excited, especially during the open-top bus tour and when he discovered the bus named in his honour.

"The entire McGill’s team worked hard to make this day special for Jacob and it was a pleasure to present him with McGill’s Biggest Little Bus Fan certificate.”

Jacob visited McGill's Johnstone depot.