McKenna Brothers receives Bee Network audio-visual contract
Passenger information system specialist McKenna Brothers has been awarded a contract by Transport for Greater Manchester (TfGM) to supply and install audio-visual announcement systems onboard Bee Network buses.
The awarding of the contract continues the partnership between TfGM and McKenna Brothers. The team-up has already shown success with previous and most recent operator orders in conjunction with TfGM, funded by Greater Manchester City Region Sustainable Transport Settlements (CRSTS) and now McKenna Brothers will sustain their support by installing the latest technology on Bee Network buses.
McKenna Brothers is excited to support TfGM’s vision of a seamless travel experience across Greater Manchester. The contract reflects McKenna Brothers’ commitment to a more sustainable future by promoting public transportation as a convenient and accessible option for everyone. Through advanced technology, the company aims to contribute to a better public transportation experience, encouraging more people to get onboard the Bee Network buses and other forms of public transport.
“The award is testament to our team’s dedication and expertise” – Derek Dawson, Managing Director at McKenna Brothers
Derek Dawson, Managing Director at McKenna Brothers, said: “We are thrilled to have been awarded this opportunity by Transport for Greater Manchester. The partnership will allow us to further support their innovative vision in providing a more comprehensive passenger experience. The award is testament to our team’s dedication and expertise, as we continue to collaborate with TfGM in delivering cutting edge transit solutions for the Greater Manchester Community.”
“I hope the improvements we are delivering give people who might otherwise not have travelled the confidence to get onboard the Bee Network” – Fran Wilkinson, Customer and Growth Director, TfGM
Fran Wilkinson, Customer and Growth Director, TfGM, said: “We are delighted to continue our partnership with McKenna Brothers to further install Audio-Visual Announcement (AVA) Systems on the Bee Network.
“Building the Bee Network is about providing accessible journeys for all, and AVA systems significantly improves the customer journey experience by ensuring that travel information is readily available and usable by all.
“I hope the improvements we are delivering give people who might otherwise not have travelled the confidence to get onboard the Bee Network.”
With this contract, McKenna Brothers is set to contribute to the transformation of public transportation in Greater Manchester, making travel more accessible, efficient and enjoyable for everyone.