In a noteworthy move to expand its footprint across the United States, Student Transportation of America (STA) has successfully completed several key acquisitions aimed at bolstering its operations and service delivery. With a firm commitment to enhancing student transportation, the company, a leader in the industry, has announced that these acquisitions will contribute more than $70 million to its annual revenue, reinforcing its position in the market.
Over the past year, STA has strategically targeted and acquired multiple operators, effectively increasing its workforce by over 1,000 employees and adding nearly 900 vehicles to its national fleet. This expansion aligns with STA's long-standing mission: to prioritize safety and foster quality service in student transportation.
"Growth by strategic and disciplined acquisition has always been the cornerstone of our business strategy," remarked Gene Kowalczewski, CEO of STA. He emphasized the importance of finding entities that share STA’s values, particularly those focused on safety and service excellence. Kowalczewski stated, “We place immense value on maintaining the strong local relationships built across communities over many years.” This dedication to local connections ensures that STA can effectively leverage its new acquisitions to enhance educational transportation services.
Key acquisitions include notable companies such as Visconti Bus Service, LLC, in Newburgh, NY, VW Trans, LLC, catering to children with special needs in Orange County, NY, and Desert Choice Transport, LLC, which operates out of Phoenix, AZ, among others. Each of these companies excels in specific areas of student transportation, public transit, and special needs transport, further diversifying STA’s service offerings.
Additionally, firms like Birnie Bus Service and Brandt Buses bring considerable experience and operational expertise, particularly in special needs transit services, which is an area of growing importance in the industry. With STA now overseeing these combined resources, it aims to streamline operations while ensuring minimal disruption to existing services.
Kowalczewski highlighted the intention behind these acquisitions, stating, "By combining resources and industry expertise, we're further delivering on STA's commitment to offering safe and reliable transportation services." This collaborative effort not only aims to enhance service levels but also to promote a culture of safety and community engagement.
Founded in 1997, STA has grown significantly, currently operating over 22,000 vehicles across the U.S. and Canada. The company has built its reputation on a safety-first approach, empowering employees and inspiring pride in their work. Its operations emphasize delivering the highest level of safe and reliable student transportation, management, and logistics, a testament to the company's dedication to service excellence.
As part of its ongoing initiatives, STA remains steadfast in its commitment to sustainability and reducing its carbon footprint. The company continues to seek ways to contribute positively to the health of its passengers and the planet, underlining its corporate responsibility initiatives.
To discover more about Student Transportation of America and its expanding fleet, as well as career opportunities, interested parties can visit
www.ridesta.com. The future looks bright for STA as it moves forward with ambition and a clear vision for safe, reliable, and environmentally conscious student transportation across the nation.