TransdevTSL today welcomed the NSW Government’s commitment to improving Sydney’s iconic ferry service and the thorough exploration of potential solutions canvassed in the Special Commission of Inquiry into Sydney Ferries by Commissioner Bret Walker, SC.

TransdevTSL CEO, Mr Dennis Cliche, said today: “TransdevTSL is committed to improving public transport in Australia. We work cooperatively with governments to provide safe, efficient and reliable public transport services.”

“We have a strong track record in improving transport services in Australia because we work closely with governments, communities, employees and unions.”

“We have been able to meet key performance targets in our current Australian operations by delivering on the principles under our Cooperative Public Transport Model.”

“For example, in our Brisbane ferry operations we have increased patronage by 63 per cent over the last three years, achieved on time running of 99.9 per cent, and a customer satisfaction rating averaging more than 80 per cent.”

TransdevTSL recognises that it is the Government’s responsibility as a provider and regulator of services to:

• determine timetables
• set service standards
• set fares, in conjunction with regulatory bodies
• determine the way services will be delivered and remunerated, and
• determine asset ownership. For example the Brisbane City Council owns the ferries in Brisbane.

TransdevTSL operates and maintains transport systems and supporting infrastructure assets, such as vessels, vehicles and ferry wharves, according to government requirements. Our remuneration is determined according to performance against strict service standards set by government and the contract.

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TransdevTSL combines Transdev's longstanding experience in the public transport sector with Transfield Services' world leading operations and maintenance expertise. TransdevTSL operates and maintains Melbourne’s tram network through Yarra Trams, Brisbane City Council’s ferry service through MetroLink Brisbane Ferries and owns and operates Shorelink Bus service on Sydney’s north shore. TransdevTSL’s public transport services have a strong track record of making improvements to the operations and maintenance of public transport systems. www.transdevtsl.com