Operating in most Australian states with the nation's largest green fleet - Australia's largest multi-modal transport operator Transit Systems has now secured its first Queensland bus service, North Stradbroke Island Buses.

Following the recent addition of more electric buses and taking delivery of Australia's first hydrogen buses, Transit Systems Chief Operating Officer Greg Balkin said the new acquisition perfectly complemented their existing operations.

“We're proud to add the North Stradbroke Island Buses fleet to our growing portfolio of over 3200 buses in Australia, while creating new opportunities for growth in the Sunshine State.

“We already operate the Brisbane City Council Ferry Network, and we're thrilled to add the bus operations to the local network capabilities,” he said.

Transit Systems is part of Kelsian Group, which also owns SeaLink Marine and Tourism, operating locally as SeaLink South East Queensland and responsible for the Stradbroke Ferries service, Southern Moreton Bay Island Ferry network and the Moggill Vehicular Ferry service.

“We will provide the community on North Stradbroke Island with a truly seamless transition from ferry to bus and back, showcasing our integrated multi-modal capabilities across tourism and public transport – continuing to better connect island communities,” he said.

“We see this as a very strategic step to grow our portfolio in Queensland as our ferry services and bus operations continue to expand.

“We are proud to provide our customers and Government partners more sustainable, safe, reliable and efficient services,” he said.

Transit Systems will focus on the following key areas:

• Enhancing fleet presentation and reliability
• Improving uniform and driver presentation with the integration of Indigenous art
• Engaging with the local community and working with ferry operators to provide better connections
• Introducing Vehicle Telematics
• Developing tourism products to showcase North Stradbroke Island across the global network of the group, and to domestic markets
• Promoting local employment opportunities

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About Transit Systems  

Transit Systems is part of Kelsian Group, Australia's largest integrated multi-modal transport provider and tourism operator, with established bus operations in Singapore, London and the Channel Islands. The Group provides essential journeys for our customers by delivering safe and intelligent transport solutions designed to improve the sustainability and liveability of the communities we serve.  

Kelsian has over 30 years' experience delivering tourism and passenger transport services. The Group is a leader in sustainable public transport as the operator of Australia's largest zero emission bus fleet and Australia's largest electrified bus depot.  

As at 30 June 2022, Kelsian directly employs 8,744 people and operates 4,134 buses, 115 vessels and 24 light rail vehicles that delivered more than 240 million customer journeys over the last year. Through its London bus joint venture, Kelsian has involvement in employing a further 3,688 people operating approximately 1,125 buses in London, including 297 electric vehicles. 

www.transitsystems.com.au