LAZ Parking to Manage Transportation Services at DFW Airport
LAZ Parking, North America's leading privately-owned provider of tech-enabled transportation and mobility services, has been awarded a significant contract to oversee transportation and fleet management operations at the Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW). This strategic move comes as part of LAZ’s commitment to quality and innovation in the transportation sector.
Contract Overview
Under this new contract, LAZ Parking is expected to manage an extensive fleet consisting of nearly 200 shuttles, covering five designated routes and overseeing two maintenance workshops. The DFW Airport is noteworthy, being the second largest by area in the United States and among the busiest airports globally, catering to more than 86 million passengers annually.
Alan Lazowski, the CEO of LAZ Parking, expressed enthusiasm about this opportunity, noting, “We are thrilled that DFW has selected LAZ to provide best-in-class management services to its transportation operation.” Lazowski emphasized the company’s focus on creating value not only for clients but also for employees and the surrounding community.
Commitment to Excellence
LAZ Parking is renowned for its customer-centric approach, and this contract is a testament to its successful reputation. With a proactive strategy, LAZ aims to enhance operational efficiency and passenger experience at DFW. Nicole Hankins, Executive Vice President at LAZ, shared her insights on DFW's commitment to an exceptional travel experience, saying, “Their dedication to transforming the customer journey reflects values we deeply share at LAZ.”
Comprehensive Fleet Maintenance
The agreement between DFW and LAZ includes provisions for full in-house fleet maintenance and integrating business intelligence capabilities into ongoing operations. This comprehensive approach arose from LAZ’s close collaboration with airport officials to align their objectives with innovative fleet maintenance solutions.
Eric Gomes, the Regional Vice President for North Texas and Oklahoma, highlighted the importance of listening to the client’s needs. He stated, “Before making the bid, we sought input from industry experts... and provided insights on service improvement with existing technology partners.” This strategy underscores LAZ’s commitment to delivering tailored solutions that evolve with the airport’s needs.
A Vision for the Future
As LAZ Parking takes on this critical role at DFW, they are not just looking at immediate service improvements but are also focused on future developments. Gomes mentioned, “LAZ listened, learned, and developed a plan that met DFW's needs both now and into the future.” This forward-thinking attitude aims to enhance travel experiences for millions of passengers each year.
About LAZ Parking
Established in 1981, LAZ Parking has become a leader in parking management and transportation services. The company operates across 5,700 locations, managing over 2.1 million parking spaces in 639 cities throughout 44 U.S. states and Canada. LAZ is dedicated to fostering growth and value creation, driven by a mission to provide exceptional opportunities for employees and clients alike.
For further information about LAZ Parking and their innovative services, visit
www.lazparking.com.