Transit bus services in Phoenix, Arizona, U.S., to be managed by Transdev for the next five years under a new contract.
Public Transit Bus Contract:
Here's the lowdown on the public transit bus contract, valued up to a whopping US$375 million for a 5-year span. Starting from July 1, 2025, Transdev U.S. will be overseeing daily operations and maintenance of more than 160 eco-friendly vehicles, staffed by a crew of more than 530 team members based at the West Facility.
Their mission? To help the City of Phoenix transition towards a greener tomorrow by running buses on alternative fuels like compressed natural gas (CNG) and hybrid electric power, all while planning to procure additional low-emission vehicles. A true green thing to do!
Press Release
Get the latest scoop by downloading the press release. This contract is an extension of Transdev's broader Phoenix operations, involving service delivery at North and South transit facilities, the Operations Control Center, and Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport. Transdev U.S. currently employs over 2,000 people regionally and operates over 6.5 million service miles annually.
This latest contract renewal in Phoenix solidifies Transdev's long-term dedication to transit authority clients in the U.S. after a winning streak of fresh contracts in Dallas, Las Vegas, Los Angeles, and New York within the last couple of years. Now, that's some serious mobility muscle flexing!
Thierry Mallet, Chairman and CEO of Transdev Group
It's a pleasure to keep partnering with the City of Phoenix since 2007, and we're pumped to aid in achieving their ambitious goals for dependable, efficient, and sustainable transit. This contract renewal is a testament to the prowess of our local teams and the shared drive to deliver secure and innovative mobility solutions that cater to a flourishing community.
Laua Hendricks, CEO of Transdev U.S.
Want to know more about the nuances of this contract or how transit contracts typically structure their budgets and sustainability measures? I'm happy to assist! Just ask, and I'll be here to provide guidance. Going green never felt this fun!
In this contract renewal, Transdev U.S. expands their operations in the City of Phoenix to include not only public-transit bus services but also service delivery at North and South transit facilities, the Operations Control Center, and Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport. This move signifies Transdev's continued commitment to the finance industry, aiming to inject US$375 million over a 5-year period into the public-transit sector, while prioritizing transportation solutions that are eco-friendly and sustainable.
