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Gary Kessler, President and CEO of Carey International
Washington, D.C. — Carey International, a provider of chauffeured service solutions, customer-centric travel technology, and ground transportation logistics management, recently announced that it is moving its global headquarters from Washington, D.C. to a new facility in Frederick, Md.
The new Carey International headquarters will be located at 7445 New Technology Way, in Frederick, Md., and will consolidate Carey’s customer engagement center, executive offices, administrative and account services office, and information technology and innovation lab. The new facility will also house the Carey International regional dispatch center for the East—a state-of-the art operational hub orchestrating transportation logistics management functions for Carey and Embarque service cities on the East Coast.
While significant investments in proprietary technology—such as vehicle tracking, GPS route mapping, and two-way communication—have allowed Carey International to move the bulk of its operational functions to the new headquarters, both Carey and Embarque services will continue to maintain fully staffed offices in the cities they service. Local operations will focus on training and supporting chauffeurs, service standards, and client outreach.
“This move is a significant step for Carey International and great news for our clients”, said Gary Kessler, president and CEO of Carey International. “Consolidating our mosaic of support, administrative, and executive functions into one building facilitates improved efficiency and productivity, while at the same time allowing the operations teams in each service area to provide greater focus in supporting the two most important aspects of our business, our valuable clients and the chauffeurs who serve them every day.”
Carey International’s new headquarters features 50,000 square feet of modern workspace to accommodate approximately 300 employees, five multi-purpose conference spaces, three productivity lounges, a 150-person capacity dining room, and a fitness center. The property has also been outfitted with the latest in cutting-edge communication and energy infrastructure to serve Carey International’s significant technology systems.
“The new facility offers more physical space as we continue to grow, as well as a custom-designed environment to accommodate our current technology development initiatives”, remarked Carey COO Sally Snead.
Carey International plans to start welcoming employees to the new facility by the end of the third quarter of 2016 and be fully relocated by the end of the year.
Visit carey.com for more information.
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Janos Bokor, ABC Companies;
Colin Johnson, DATTCO;
Don DeVivo, DATTCO;
Dennis Lyons, DATTCO;
Mike Laffan, ABC Companies; and
Paul Mayer, DATTCO
New Britain, Conn. — DATTCO, a multifaceted transportation operation, and ABC Companies recently celebrated DATTCO’s purchase of their 100th Van Hool motorcoach. The new TX45’s delivery was honored at the August International Motorcoach Group meeting in Norfolk.
DATTCO’s current fleet includes Van Hool TD925 Double Deck coaches, as well as CX45’s and TX45’s, but this 100th coach is unique. The new TX45 is configured with two passenger doors, a style rarely seen in North America, and seating for only 52 passengers, offers superior leg room. This configuration, with the lavatory at the rear door, below passenger eye level, coupled with Van Hool’s unique rear window gives a panoramic view for all the riders. In addition, a second door speeds up loading and unloading the coach.
Like all of DATTCO’s luxury fleet, the new TX45 is heavy on creature comfort and safety options. The Grande Lux passenger seats have leather inserts and trim, and the coach is equipped with WiFi, 110 volt and USB outlets, an REI Elite Entertainment system with cordless microphone and five video monitors, woodgrain flooring, and magazine nets. The coach is equipped with Van Hool safety features including three point seatbelts, backup camera, lane departure warning, antilock brakes, Smartwave Tire Pressure Monitoring, Kidde Fire Suppression Systems, automatic stability control, daytime running lights, curbside lighting, and adaptive static aiming lights.
In addition to the TX45 being showcased at the IMG SAM luncheon, DATTCO also took delivery of their first-in-fleet Van Hool CX35. This addition to their diverse fleet expands their midsize offerings for smaller groups who want the luxury and amenities provided on the CX35.
Established in 1924 and now with the second and third generations of the DeVivo family now involved in management, International Motorcoach Group (IMG) member DATTCO is one of the Northeast’s largest and most respected passenger transportation companies. Serving three New England states with more than 2200 employees in 27 locations, they operate comprehensive nationwide motorcoach charters and tours as well as serving the region with line run, transit, commuter, and school bus service.
DATTCO’s Sales and Service Division is one of the nation’s largest IC Bus dealers. In addition, they sell and service Thermo King, four brands of mini-buses, as well as components like Braun wheelchair lifts. They also offer maintenance services and collision repair to other operators.
Visit dattco.com for more information.
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August 1 Membership Meeting of the Minnesota Chauffeured Transportation Association (MCTA)
St. Paul, Minn. — The Seventh Street Social bar and restaurant was host to the August 1 membership meeting of the Minnesota Chauffeured Transportation Association (MCTA). More than a dozen members and guests were on hand to discuss recent issues relating to the association.
MCTA President Charlie Murray of Total Luxury Limousine called the meeting to order by reading the minutes from the association’s previous meeting, and then thanked the membership for their continued commitment to the organization. Murray then welcomed Nate Mussell, a government relations expert at association management firm Lockridge Grindal Nauen, to speak about Minnesota’s Working Families Agenda. This legislation includes a paid sick leave ordinance, and an initiative to raise the minimum wage to $15/hour.
Next, two airport representatives—Atif Saeed, assistant director of MSP Operations/Landside, and Steve Holes, manager of commercial vehicle operations on MSP Airport/MAC proposed commercial transportation ordinances—were introduced to the group. Saeed and Holes expressed an interest in having a better dialogue with the MCTA, and shared their proposal for separate TNC ordinances as well as a fee increase for the on-demand providers. The reps then answered questions from the association members regarding signage, parking, and fingerprint checks.
Murray also shared information about his meeting with Minnesota Senator Al Franken regarding the situation with TNCs. He said that Franken was sympathetic to their cause, particularly in light of the violation of labor laws on the part of TNCs. Murray also addressed the August 1 state minimum wage increase and its effect on the association members, which was the topic of discussion among members.
Before turning over the floor to MCTA Vice President Len Nelson of Valley Limo, Murray gave an update on the 2016 Ryder Cup and distributed letters and maps for the members that detailed parking and drop-off points for the renowned golf tournament. During his report, Nelson encouraged MCTA members to remain in touch with Minnesota’s DOT regarding proposed rules that stemmed from the 2014 passing of the Limousine Modernization Act.
The remainder of the meeting dealt with new business, including the addition of three new members to the association: Gus Ortis of Executive Transportation, Clyde McRae of Rath Transportation, and Matthew Loegering of 1st Class Transportation. Before the meeting adjourned, the members agreed to nix plans to do MCTA decal signage, but instead opted for a certificate of membership to display in the office of each member.
Visit mnlimo.org for more information.
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