UPDATE really beautiful high-end finishes and onboard amenities and our signature Mercedes black exterior paint and custom ECS branding on the buses complements our executive limo fleet look and feel .” The company made its move into motorcoach operations in 2016 , targeting expansion into large-group transport . After a focused vetting process , ABC Companies was selected as its preferred supplier and service partner for the all-Van Hool motorcoach fleet . Owners Joanne and Simon Hazan met with multiple top tier motorcoach OEMs and chose ABC based on shared core values , their ability to provide responsive customer service and technical expertise , continuous product innovation , and of course , a unique chemistry that made for a great fit . “ Educating ABC about the elevated expectation of ECS ’ s ‘ white-glove ’ limo operation has been pivotal to growing this relationship ,” said Joanne Hazan , ECS president . “ Open dialogue and transparency keeps our connection strong , and the ABC team continues to set the bar for service , innovation and technical expertise , whenever , wherever we need it . Our needs go hand-inglove with their ability to meet and exceed them .” While the pandemic has literally put the brakes on business worldwide , the Hazans credit their ability to successfully staying the course by managing growth , investing in digital and fleet assets , expanding into new markets , and staying true to their business philosophy of high operational standards — delivered by a highlytrained , professional staff . As markets continue to open and travel resumes , ECS anticipates greater demand and growth and is eager to work with the ABC team to achieve its goals . “ We are prepared , have the necessary safety protocols in place and are more than ready to roll to meet the demands of customers in our core market , across the nation and around the globe ,” said ECS Director of Affiliate Relations Dave Erdman .
Via and Winnipeg Transit launching On- Request transit service pilot project
Winnipeg Transit launched an On-Request transit service pilot project on August 12 which aims to modernize transit service in Winnipeg , by allowing passengers to book rides with the easy-touse Winnipeg Transit On-Request mobile app . On-Request transit service uses innovative trip planning software and GPS technology to plan bus routes in real-time and respond immediately to passengers ’ trip requests . “ I ’ m pleased to see the On-Request Transit service pilot project being implemented so quickly after the 2021 Balanced Budget Update ,” said Mayor Brian Bowman . “ Across our country , all transit
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