Transit company, Transdev, extends agreement for managing public transportation in Phoenix, Arizona, United States.
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Striding forward with a jaw-dropping $375 million contract, Transdev U.S. is ready to take control of Phoenix's public transit services starting mid-2025. This five-year agreement, with the option for an additional two-year extension, sets the stage for Transdev to manage over 530 employees and a fleet of approximately 160 vehicles.
The contract kicks off July 1, 2025. Emphasis is placed on environmental sustainability, with the fleet primarily powered by alternative and hybrid buses, such as those running on compressed natural gas (CNG). For the city's ambitious green initiatives, Transdev has vowed to assist in acquiring more low-emission or zero-emission vehicles.
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Transdev U.S. is no stranger to Phoenix, previously running the city's north and south public transportation services, Skymall shopping shuttles, and operations at Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport. With more than 2,000 employees already on board in the region, the company serves roughly 10 million passenger kilometers annually.
This latest contract renewal fortifies Transdev's unwavering ties with the city of Phoenix. Recent agreements signed in Dallas, Las Vegas, Los Angeles, and New York further cements Transdev as a leading private mobility company in the U.S. By continuing to offer the best mobility solutions, Transdev aims to support daily commuting throughout the nation.
"We're thrilled to extend our collaboration with the city of Phoenix and contribute to its vision of efficient, reliable and eco-friendly transportation for its growing population," said Thierry Mallet, CEO of the Transdev Group.
Transdev U.S.'s CEO, Laua Hendricks, shares Mallet's sentiment, stating, "We're immensely proud of our long-standing partnership with the city of Phoenix, and our teams' shared commitment to providing top-notch mobility solutions."
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[1] Transdev U.S. Secures New $375 Million Contract with City of Phoenix[2] Arizona Republic: Transdev signs 5-year Phoenix contract worth up to $375M[3] Transdev Renews Contract with City of Phoenix for up to $375 Million, Long-Term Partnership Continues, Statements from Thierry Mallet, CEO of the Transdev Group, and Lauran Hendricks, CEO of Transdev U.S.
- Transdev U.S., with its new $375 million contract, is set to manage Phoenix's public transit services, marking a significant move in both the transportation and finance industries.
- The agreement with the city of Phoenix further solidifies Transdev's position as a key player in public-transit transportation, expanding its operations beyond Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport and regional shopping shuttles.
