Daniela Fontana has been appointed the Managing Director of Transdev John Holland Buses and started on Monday 19 May 2025. She brings over 30 years of leadership experience and an extensive knowledge of the bus and transport sectors.
With Ms Fontana’s long history in the bus industry, she understands network operations and the company’s commitment in delivering high standards of safety, service, innovation, and recruitment across Region 9: Sydney’s CBD and the Eastern Suburbs.
Transdev John Holland’s popular bus network mobilises a rising commuter, tourist, and student patronage since the pandemic, providing over 50 million journeys each year.
As the new Managing Director, Ms Fontana leads 1100 staff, and oversees 3 depots and their 470 buses and 48 public and 137 school routes – including the 24-hour 333 circuit between Bondi Beach and the CBD.
Daniela Fontana, who previously led Transit Systems NSW and State Transit Authority NSW, says she looks forward to stepping into the position to lead a dedicated team of Journey Makers and a strong internal culture.
I am very excited to drive our people and projects forward that will make great impact to customers in the region.
“I have always believed buses are a key transport mode,” Ms Fontana says. “The Region 9 network is vital in connecting local communities with each other and to the city.
“Having led multiple bus networks and regions across Sydney, I am very excited to drive our people and projects forward that will make great impact to customers in the region.”
Transdev Australia and New Zealand CEO Brian Brennan welcomes the appointment and highlights Ms Fontana’s collaborative approach and operational expertise.
“Daniela brings a strong track record of operational leadership and I’m confident Region 9 will continue to go from strength to strength under her guidance,” Mr Brennan says.
“She joins a passionate local team of Journey Makers and with her history of delivering exceptional results, I’m excited to see what they’ll achieve together.”
Key information
- Daniela Fontana, new Managing Director, Transdev John Holland Buses, officially started on Monday 19 May 2025.
- Transdev John Holland Buses operates 3 depots in Sydney’s Eastern Suburbs. The company operates 470 buses, including 24 zero-emission buses, has 1100 staff, and provides over 50 million customer journeys each year. It runs the 333 route.