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TENDER ANNOUNCEMENT STATEMENT: 14.02.12
Emily Moore, Tuesday, February 14, 2012
Connex Transport Jersey Ltd is pleased to confirm its commitment to delivering a high quality public transport service to the Island for the remainder of its existing contract.
Naturally, it is a source of disappointment that we have not been given the opportunity to build on the achievements of the last 10 years, which have seen passenger numbers increase from 2.4 million in 2002 to 3.4 million in 2011.
The last decade has seen a marked improvement in the quality of public transport provided for Islanders and this has been reflected in the increased number of people travelling by bus. Last year alone, the number of commuters travelling at peak times increased by 20% which contributed to an overall growth of 2% in passenger numbers and increased revenue of 7.1% for the States of Jersey with £3,440,353 being generated in 2011.
This success is the result of an increase in frequency on many routes, especially at commuter times, in the evenings and weekends, and by the enhanced quality of buses operating the services. Under Connex's period of operation, wheelchair users have been able to travel by bus for the first time and Islanders have benefited from a return of double deckers to Jersey's roads.
Further revolutionising the face of bus travel in Jersey, Connex has undertaken the day-to-day management of Liberation Station giving residents and visitors a modern and comfortable waiting environment combining technology with traditional customer service.
Connex has also firmly established itself as a Jersey company, playing a strong role in the local community and supporting a number of charities and local organisations. We were also proud in 2008 to be awarded the prestigious Company of the Year Award at the Jersey Awards for Enterprise in recognition of our commitment to both passengers and staff.
We would like to assure all our passengers that we will continue to deliver a high quality service until the current contract expires on 31 December 2012 and we would like to thank all passengers for their loyalty and support throughout our period of operation in Jersey.
- Eric Le Roux, Managing Director, Connex Transport Jersey Ltd