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Transdev has joined forces with Souths Cares in a two-year partnership to benefit southern and western Sydney communities and support the training, employment and wellbeing of local youth and First Nations peoples.

The major partnership with Souths Cares, the South Sydney Rabbitohs’ independent charity, supports communities through capacity-building programs across health, employment and education to make a positive impact.

The partnership includes championing community events and programs such as an Education and Wellbeing Expo held last week and Souths Cares’ upcoming end-of-year NAIDOC celebration.

Participants in Souths Cares’ programs will also be able to interact with Transdev in making important decisions about further education or employment opportunities whilst at school, as well as taking part in Transdev and Souths Cares events.

Souths Cares CEO Alisha Parker-Elrez said everyone at Souths Cares was thrilled about this partnership.

“We know it’ll make a difference to the lives of many participants in our existing and future programs,” Ms Parker-Elrez said.

“We teamed up with Transdev because of their commitment to the community, not only locally but right across the country.

“They’ve shown they’re genuine in providing opportunities and experiences for our program participants.

“Transdev was front and centre at our Education and Wellbeing Expo and will help put smiles on people’s faces throughout the Christmas period at our Souths Cares NAIDOC end-of-year celebrations.

“We’re all very excited to work with the team at Transdev over the next two years with a view to extending the partnership for years to come, providing positive outcomes for our community.”

Transdev Australasia Chief Executive Luke Agati said Transdev was proud to partner in a holistic capacity building partnership.

“This is about cultural respect, deepening relationships and supporting self-determination of First Nations Australian youth and their families,” Mr Agati said.

“We move people every day on public transport right across Sydney and we also want to be a positive influence in those local communities that we serve.

“This is a practical and meaningful step towards advancing reconciliation, whilst promoting sustainable employment opportunities for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people across our businesses.

“This partnership will help support that journey on many fronts through mentoring, training and rewarding career pathways through our Transdev and Transdev John Holland depots and other on-site visits, talks and events.”

Mr Agati said Transdev valued people from diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives to boost creativity and enable better decision making, which is why this partnership would be a success.

“Our overriding goal is do social and economic good in the communities in which we work, serve and learn.

“It’s why we’re dedicated to progressing our commitments under our Reconciliation Action Plan as well as advancing our diversity, equity and inclusion aspirations.

“We’re thrilled and honoured to partner with South Cares to co-create and deliver a range of programs and activities to increase heath, training and career prospects of many First Peoples of Australia.”

Transdev runs public transport across Sydney, including the iconic Sydney Harbour ferries, Sydney trams and buses across eastern Sydney (via Transdev John Holland) and in greater western Sydney.

Souths Cares was established in 2006 as an independent, public benevolent institution. The Souths Cares charity has been built upon the South Sydney Rabbitohs’ long and proud history of supporting the community, in particular Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people. Its charter is to support disadvantaged and marginalised youth and their families through the delivery of capacity building programs addressing education, training, health and employment needs.

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Sydney Ferries, proudly operated by Transdev, has become the first public transport operator in Australia to permanently fly the Aboriginal flag on all vessels.

The historic milestone, achieved in collaboration with Transport for NSW, was marked with a flag raising ceremony on the Evonne Goolagong RiverCat at Wharf 1, Barangaroo today.

Transdev Sydney Ferries Managing Director Loretta Lynch said all 42 Sydney ferries would fly the Aboriginal flag alongside the Australian Red Ensign on the vessels.

“We’re doing this to encourage organisations to be more proactive in supporting their First Nations employees and the community,” Ms Lynch said.

Six per cent of the Sydney Ferries workforce identify as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islanders peoples, well above the national average of 2.2%.

“Flying the flag is a simple but powerful action and our Sydney Ferries team couldn’t be prouder.”

Transdev National Indigenous and Diversity Manager Sharon Stevenson said Transdev was proud of taking practical and meaningful step towards reconciliation.

“Transdev is dedicated to progressing our commitments under our Reconciliation Action Plan as well as advancing our diversity, equity and inclusion aspirations.”

Today’s launch was hosted by Ray Windle, Diversity & Inclusion Transdev Sydney Ferries was attended by Transdev, Transport for NSW and well-known actor Luke Carroll, a proud First Nations man from the Wiradjuri nation.

“Flying the Aboriginal flag on all Sydney vessels acknowledges and celebrates the world’s oldest living culture,” Mr Windle said.

“It promotes a sense of community and demonstrates our pride and respect of First Peoples of Australia”

The launch included a:

Welcome to Country and traditional Smoking Ceremony
Cultural dance performed by First Nations employees of Sydney Ferries
Flag Raising Ceremony aboard the Evonne Goolagong
A short cruise around the harbour, passing the Harbour Bridge and returning to Wharf 1.

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The Queensland Deputy Premier Dr Steven Miles announced a $1.5 million commitment for the buses under the State Government’s Hydrogen Industry Development Fund.

Transdev will match the $1.5m investment to purchase the two hydrogen fuel cell buses to service the eastern suburbs of Brisbane from its Capalaba depot.

Transdev Queensland Managing Director Mark McKenzie said he was proud of securing the funding and the Government’s commitment to growing the hydrogen industry and its opportunities.

“The State Government has already backed zero emission vehicles and now we look forward to what hydrogen has to offer,” Mr McKenzie said.

“Transdev is not only investing in the buses but also working with suppliers in building the necessary hydrogen supply infrastructure at our depot and the upskilling of our staff.

“The buses will be built by Volgren using a Wrightbus Hydrogen chassis and we look forward to testing these buses on city roads, providing valuable data to Translink and the Queensland Government about their performance.

“Our local Brisbane team is also excited to grow our own local hydrogen expertise using the experience of our global Transdev teams in running zero emission fleets right around the world.”

Transdev delivers more than two million passenger trips each year on passenger, school and charter services across Redlands and Brisbane via a fleet of about 109 diesel buses.

In Brisbane, Transdev also runs an electric bus which was Australia’s first 100% sustainably powered full-size electric bus powered by a massive rooftop solar generation system at the depot.

Fremantle and Rockingham-Mandurah bus contracts awarded to Transdev
$1.3 billion contracts will operate for 10 years
New contracts ensure more permanent, full-time employment available to bus drivers
Follows Transdev’s recent wins of Transdev John Holland NSW Region 9 bus contract incorporating Sydney’s CBD to the Eastern Beaches, Brisbane’s eastern suburban bus contract extension and the successful New Zealand

The Western Australian Government today announced Transdev as the successful tenderer to continue operating its Transperth Fremantle and Rockingam-Mandurah bus services, a service it has provided since 1996.

The new $1.3 billion contracts come into effect from 2 October 2022.

Transdev Australasia Chief Executive Luke Agati said the 10-year renewal was recognition of the continued great work of our local WA team and further evidence of Transdev’s expertise in bus operations across Australasia.

“This is great news for us and I’m proud of our team’s partnership with Transperth and service to the local community,” Mr Agati said.

“Transdev brings global innovation and experience in zero emission bus operations with local know-how to all our Australian and New Zealand operations.

Transdev Western Australia Managing Director Bob Parton said he was proud of his local team of 800 people who run more than 400 buses.

“Our team do their best every day to serve the Fremantle and Rockingham-Mandurah communities,” Mr Parton said.
“As a major employer, I want to thank all our people and this news gives them, their families and their communities, long-term certainty.”

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Celebrations kicked off yesterday on Sydney Light Rail and at Sydney Ferries with guest speaker proud Wiradjuri Australian actor Luke Carroll.

A Sydney tram wrapped in NAIDOC artwork is also moving through the city from now until 10 July and the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Island flags will fly on all Sydney ferries this week to celebrate our shared history and culture.

Transdev’s National Indigenous & Diversity Manager Sharon Stevenson said Transdev recognised the special connection First Nation’s people had to the land and waters on which it operates.

“It’s an honour to celebrate NAIDOC Week and help connect people to their Indigenous communities,” Ms Stevenson said.

“Transdev values diversity and inclusion which empowers our people from all backgrounds to embrace their culture and serve our customers.

“Under our Reconciliation Action Plan, we are working hard to be an employer of choice for First Nations’ people.”

Transdev Sydney Light Rail Managing Director Arsene Durand-Raucher said the tram artwork, designed by Gudanji/Wakaja artist Ryhia Dank, was eye-catching.

“Our 60m-long trams are the perfect canvas to turn heads and remind people to get up, stand up and show up,” Mr Durand-Raucher said.

Transdev Sydney Ferries Managing Director Loretta Lynch said it was a privilege to have 6% of our Sydney Ferries workforce identify as Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders peoples, well above the national average of 2.2%.

“Celebrating NAIDOC Week allows us to acknowledge their invaluable contribution to our workplace and community,” Ms Lynch said.

Uncle Tony, Chair of Transdev Sydney Ferries Reconciliation Action Plan Committee said NAIDOC Week was a great opportunity to showcase his culture and history.

“It is a week for us to come together, acknowledge our achievements and spiritual connection with the land, and honour our Elders, both past and present,” he said.

All Transdev Sydney Ferries employees will also be wearing special caps featuring Indigenous artwork designed by First Nations artist Vicki Golding.

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Transdev Saunders St, Pyrmont: Thursday 14 July 2022

A Yarn with Vicki Golding – local First Nation Australian Artists and creator of “Along the journey we learn” Transdev’s Innovate Reconciliation Action Plan artwork, morning tea provided by Kallico Catering

South Sydney Rabbitohs Souths Cares partnership: Wednesday 13 July, Heffron Park, Maroubra, 11am-3pm

Transdev has a partnership with Souths to help support community, particularly Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. We work with South Cares to provide employment pathways to fulfilling careers in transport, with South Cares providing one-on-one support to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander employees during their tenure.

About NAIDOC Week 2022:

NAIDOC Week celebrates the history, culture and achievements of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. NAIDOC Week is celebrated by all Australians and is a great opportunity to learn more about Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities. The theme for 2022 is ‘Get Up. Stand Up. Show Up’.

NAIDOC Week on the transport network

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The Metlink Airport Express will have ten new purpose-built, fully electric buses running for customers between the Wellington Railway Station and airport approximately every 10-20 minutes.

This premium service is provided by Metlink and operated by our partner Mana Newlands Coaches by Transdev.

The Airport Express is an integral part of the Metlink network, connecting the airport with the wider Wellington Region.

This low-cost, environmentally conscious service is targeted at tourists but also for staff working in and around the airport and other commuters on-route, if capacity allows.

Transdev Australasia Chief Executive Luke Agati said he was delighted those connections were now extended to the airport by an environmentally friendly fleet.

“We’re proud to run a fully-electric bus service in Wellington, complementing our EV fleets around the globe, all of which contribute to our goal of enabling zero emission transport,” Mr Agati said.

“This new Airport service is part of Transdev’s ongoing global commitment to help connect communities and shape cities through more sustainable transport.

“Now the borders are open, Transdev is pleased we’re helping enable Wellington’s economic growth and its ongoing tourism opportunities.

“We have a great team at Mana Newlands who I know will run a reliable and efficient service with great customer service.”

Mr Agati said he was proud Transdev was partnering with Metlink and the Greater Wellington Transport Committee as part of its New Zealand footprint.

“Transdev is at the forefront of transport sustainability with more than 61 per cent of our fleet running on clean energy and more than 2000 electric buses globally,” Mr Agati said.

“We’re serious about moving the world forward sustainably via our people, ongoing innovation and operational excellence.”

Mana Newlands Chief Executive Craig Chin said he was proud his team was providing such a crucial new service.

“This is really much needed and welcomed in terms of offering an environmentally friendly, low-cost travel option to such a key tourism and work hub for Wellington,” Mr Chin said.

“With cost of living rising, the Airport Express is the best & most convenient way to get to the airport.

“My team is looking forward to welcoming everyone on board.”

Find out more about the Airport Express at metlink.org.nz/airport-express

Our CEO Luke Agati (second from left) and Mana Newlands CEO, Craig Chin (second from right) pictured at the launch event.

"Transdev is at the forefront of transport sustainability with more than 61 per cent of our fleet running on clean energy and more than 2000 electric buses globally,” Mr Agati said. We’re serious about moving the world forward sustainably via our people, ongoing innovation and operational excellence. It’s also part of Transdev’s proud and growing New Zealand footprint.”

Luke Agati, Transdev Australasia CEO

Airport Express Service

Airport Express buses run between Wellington Station, City Centre, Kilbirnie and the Airport.

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Peter is a senior executive with close to 25 years’ experience developing and implementing sustainable transport concepts and leading large rail and bus businesses in the United Kingdom, the Netherlands and New Zealand.

Most recently, Peter led Transdev Auckland as Managing Director.

Peter is a Chartered Member of the Institute of Directors and a recognised leader within the Australasian transport industry; holding positions including Deputy Chair of the ARA’s Passenger Operators Executive, Board of Trustees Member of TrackSAFE NZ and Board member of Transdev Wellington, Howick & Eastern Buses in Auckland and Mana Coaches in Wellington.

Peter is firmly focused on Transdev’s ambition to support New Zealand in its drive to reduce carbon emissions and improve economic prosperity by improving sustainable transport opportunities.

“Making public transport more accessible and dynamic is going to make a material impact on reducing our emissions and environmental impact.

We are at a critical turning point in New Zealand where the transport industry can evolve to embrace sustainable transport options such as electric and hydrogen powered buses, greater investment in rail and more focus on on-demand travel to attract new customers to public transport.”

His key strategic priorities as Chief Officer and Managing Director of Transdev New Zealand will be to continue strengthening connections with local communities and stakeholders in Auckland and Wellington to support the best possible customer outcomes.

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Post-pandemic, industry has seen people reflect on their career pathways to change careers completely.

Transdev operates bus services across Sydney, Brisbane and Perth and is on a recruitment drive to find 200 new drivers to join the growing team.

“Driving a bus is a technical skill that we can teach like any other – we’ve had 1000 people graduate from our Car License Upgrade programs proving that it’s perfectly achievable to attain a Heavy Vehicle License.

“What really matters for bus drivers is good communication and customer service skills.
“It’s also a great opportunity for people to find secure driving work with a competitive salary and be more connected to their community.

We are seeing applications from Uber drivers for example who are seeking that stability,” said Justin Gill, Head of Recruitment at Transdev Australasia.

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Transdev started working on formulating a Purpose statement in 2017, involving hundreds of team members from across the Group by holding a series of collaborative workshops around the world including in Sydney.

Our Purpose is what motivates us every day, and it is a compass and a guide for our decisions. The concept of the common good it is central to who we are, and it is for the benefit of the communities we serve and this is something we want every team member to understand and be proud of.

Thierry Mallet, Chairman and CEO of Transdev Group

The Purpose campaign aims to focus Transdev team members around the shared objective to contribute to the common good which is the very nature of public transportation. It showcases the contribution of our people and reminds us that every one can make an impact.

Australia and New Zealand is proudly represented in the campaign through:

Sally Beltzer, Cameron Bacic, Jim Kyriacopolous and Misho Stojanovski, Sydney bus
Jake Gifford, Sydney Ferries
Naeem Iqbal, Sydney Light Rail
Jake Grundling, Wellington Rail
Laura Jones, Transdev Australasia

Our Purpose is embodied by three action verbs and express the essence of how we act; Care, Share, and Dare. They are stronger than passive values, and this is what we want to show with this campaign. It is a campaign that expresses emotion, commitment, and sincerity, like our team members around the world who we also wanted to highlight here.

Pascale Giet, Executive Vice President Group Communications

This week we are highlighting the perspectives of the women of Transdev across Australia and New Zealand. The International Women’s Day theme of #breakthebias is one that we are aiming to achieve every day to attract and retain more women in transport.

We want the industry to be reflective of the diversity of our community.

Cong, Sydney bus team

"Before I began with Transdev, I was limited to finding work due to my skills not being recognised in Australia. Transdev has provided me opportunities to increase my skillset, gain valuable experiences, provides flexibility and I have more confidence. Five years ago, I would never have thought I would be a bus driver, now I have a career in Transport, and I love it. At my depot, I work in a very good environment, my colleagues are very helpful and supportive, and my Manager is fair and understanding.”

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Transdev’s Ferry and Light Rail teams in Sydney are thrilled to be able to once again get involved in the two-week Mardi Gras festival from 18 February – 6 March 2022.

Embracing this year’s theme ‘United We Shine’, Circular Quay will brighten up with a spectacular rainbow road at the light rail stop and a large photo wall at Wharf 4. For two weeks, rainbow flags will be flown on all Sydney Ferries vessels whilst one light rail vehicle and one iconic First Fleet ferry, Borrowdale, will flaunt eye-catching decals and wraps to exhibit with pride Transdev’s support of diversity.

In collaboration with Transport for NSW, ALTRAC Light Rail and advertising company TorchMedia, Transdev’s Sydney teams have long proudly supported the annual Mardi Gras festival.

Transdev Sydney Light Rail Managing Director, Arsène Durand-Raucher said, “Transdev always looks forward to the Sydney Gay and Lesbian Mardi Gras celebrations.”

“We hope these colourful displays at some of our iconic locations, are seen as an outward display of the pride we have in our hearts for the LGBTQI+ community.” Mr Durand-Raucher said.

Transdev Sydney Ferries Managing Director, Loretta Lynch said, “After two challenging years, it is more important than ever that we take the time to brighten our customers’ lives and come together to support one another.”

“Transport is what connects people, and we are extremely proud to make our networks shine to promote the spirit of inclusion.”

At Transdev, we are incredibly proud of our PRIDE Network, a dedicated platform for our LGBTQI+ employees and allies since 2019. Our ‘Ride with Pride’ campaign, developed by Transdev employees, is a testament of our commitment towards push for equality and inclusion.

Transdev is committed to continuing to focus on Diversity and Inclusion strategies alongside strongly advocating for community events like Mardi Gras, NAIDOC Week, Reconciliation Week, through its Corporate Social Responsibility.

"After two challenging years, it is more important than ever that we take the time to brighten our customers’ lives and come together to support one another.”

Loretta Lynch

Transdev Sydney Ferries Managing Director

“We hope these colourful displays at some of our iconic locations, are seen as an outward display of the pride we have in our hearts for the LGBTQI+ community.”

Arsene Durand-Raucher

Transdev Sydney Light Rail Managing Director