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National Parking Association and Women in Parking Announce Union Bringing More Parking Professionals Together Across North America

January 09, 2019

 

 

 

 

National Parking Association and Women in Parking Announce Union

 Bringing More Parking Professionals Together Across North America

 

 

 

 

 

 

WASHINGTON, January 9, 2019: National Parking Association (NPA) and Women in Parking (WIP), long-time collaborators and peer organizations, announce their plans to unite, with unanimous support from both boards.

 

With NPAs reputation as the premier association for parking professionals and WIPs increased momentum, the combined organization will have the leadership, reach, and voice necessary to amplify the advancement and achievement of women in the parking industry.

“The strategic union with WIP will solidify the parking industry’s commitment to diversity and workforce development,” said NPA Board Chair Nicolle Judge. “By combining WIP’s fervor with NPA’s expanding member base, we can align our efforts to develop even more parking professionals.”

 

NPA and WIP have collaborated over the history of both organizations, including hosting the WIP conference alongside NPA’s annual convention, sponsoring and volunteering with WIP. Nicolle Judge is a prior Women in Parking Board Director.

 

“Women in Parking and NPA have been long time partners. The reputation of NPA, coupled with the momentum of the women in parking movement, makes this the perfect time to officially unite.” said WIP Board Chair Marcy Sparrow.

 

Ruth Beaman, Executive Director of WIP said, “We’re confident that joining forces and focusing our efforts will mean that we can provide our parking leaders with the best practice tools, research and peer network the parking industry has to offer.”

 

The Boards of Directors of both organizations have approved the plan to unite.Over the course of the year, NPA and WIP will work to transition to a single operational structure.

 

The entire membership of WIP will become a part of NPA’s membership and will begin receiving NPA welcome materials and access to NPA benefits beginning March 1, 2019. NPA will host a welcome call in mid-February for all WIP members to learn more about the organization and transition.

 

NPA President Christine Banning, IOM, CAE said, “We are very proud to join forces with Women in Parking and take the transition process very seriously. NPA leadership will do everything in its power to ensure the transition is seamless, and all WIP members continue to play an active role in the organization.”

 

 

About NPA

The National Parking Association is the nation’s leading parking trade group. Our mission is to serve as the market leader in parking industry research, education, and programs that advance the industry and its professionals. We support advancing the interests of the private and public sector in parking technology, sustainable mobility, certification, advocacy, research, and education. Founded in 1951, NPA has more than 2,500 members and represents all facets of the parking industry. Learn more at www.weareparking.org.

 

 

About WIP:
Founded in 2011, Women in Parking is an association of professionals who foster the advancement and achievement of women in the parking industry. Learn more at www.weareparking.org.

 

 

 

NPA ISSUE ALERT: Parking Industry Launches Parking United Agenda

November 16, 2018

 

 

NPA ISSUE ALERT:
Parking Industry Launches Parking United Agenda

NPA Members:

This is an NPA Issue Alert: The NPA Board of Directors established a new strategic plan to focus on the pressing issues, opportunities and distribution facing the parking industry. The NPA Strategic Plan has three pillars 1) Be Recognized as The Leading Authority & Advocate for the Parking Industry; 2) Advance Member Experience & Value through the Power of Collaboration; and 3) Define the Future of Parking.

As a result of this plan, NPA has developed an integrated plan to participate, collaborate and lead on research and advocacy issues that can impact the parking industry. Parking United is the movement to rally industry supporters for fund a $1 million research and advocacy program. Early supporters of the program are listed below.

Reducing Congestion Study with PricewaterhouseCoopers (PwC): NPA’s first effort to transform parking industry research is to enter the larger transportation and mobility space bringing new thought leadership, which includes a vision for reducing congestion, fostering public/private collaboration and highlighting parking’s congestion fighting role.

Today, there is no congestion pricing in the United States. But, as cities and states struggle with unbalanced budgets, pension short-falls and traffic congestion—positive solutions not regressive actions should be considered

Congestion Policy: NPA supports fair and equitable zoning and planning for infrastructure use that maximizes the effectiveness of cities for the movement of people, goods and services with a citizen/consumer centered approach based on community needs as the driver for decision making. Parking is one lever in the first/last mile of transportation. An Ecosystem Approach to Reducing Congestion brings you as parking leaders into the dialogue with a fact-based tool you can share with political leaders, planners and allies.

NPA Reducing Congestion launch: In New York City on November 13, NPA met with the financial markets, investors and the media in mid-town Manhattan to provide advance copies of the reducing congestion study in advance of a series of media briefings from November-January.

In the Know: NPA News Releases Announcing Study Findings: A series of NPA news releases will release key study findings. News releases will be available HERE on the release dates.

  • November 14: NPA Releases Groundbreaking Study on New Ways to Reduce Congestion for Livable Cities. Study Highlights Congestion Facts, Planning Models and New Congestion Fighting Tools. CLICK HERE
  • November 17: NPA Announces Study Findings with New Ways to Reduce Congestion for Livable Cities. Study Highlights Congestion Facts, Planning Models and New Congestion Fighting Tools
  • November 26: NPA Supports Study Findings for Mobility Hubs and Shared Parking to Get Rid of Gridlock. PwC Study an Ecosystem Approach to Reducing Congestion Provides New Policy Tools

Quotes from the Study:

“Parking is an important tool and has the ability to reduce congestion.”

“Parking can be an effective tool to declutter roads and reduce curb congestion.”

“Although its congestion-fighting potential hasn’t always been recognized, parking is important to the smooth functioning of a city’s transportation ecosystem.”

“The introduction of mobility hubs, curb management, adaptive design and advanced automation all provide options for improving the use of existing infrastructure and its capacity.”

NPA Role: Support a pro parking agenda that demonstrates the value of parking today and in the future with applications for smart parking, shared parking and mobility within a transportation ecosystem. NPA will advocate for planning and zoning policies that provide common sense solutions to make mobility easy with an emphasis on mobility hubs, reinventing the curb and reducing/eliminating parking minimums.

Your Role:

  1. Join us in Parking United as a project investor to support the development of research and studies that support the future of parking. Email ChristineBanning@weareparking.org to get more information.
  2. Download the study and share with legislators HERE

Special Thanks:

Our thanks to the first Parking United funders to step forward to support the study were: The Forge Company, LAZ Parking, SP+, and System Property Development Company Inc./Motor Parks, LLC. Special thanks to Rick West, Managing Member, West FSI, LLC, and Chair of NPA’s Government Relations Work Group, for his insights and leadership.

With best regards,

Christine Banning, IOM, CAE

President, National Parking Association

202.296.4336

ChristineBanning@weareparking.org

Four ParkWhiz Employees Earn Certified Parking Professional Designation from National Parking Association

November 16, 2018

Four ParkWhiz Employees Earn Certified Parking Professional Designation from National Parking Association

Chicago, November 16, 2018 – ParkWhiz is honored to announce that four of its employees recently earned the Certified Parking Professional (CPP) designation from the National Parking Association. Known as one of the gold standards of professional expertise, the CPP Certification helps parking professionals advance their careers and excel in parking best practices. Candidates must demonstrate competence in all aspects of parking operations including safety, operations, maintenance, structural topics, finance, technology and human resources.

 

The ParkWhiz recipients of the CPP Certification are:

 

  • Shelley Andrews, Operations Manager – Midwest

  • Lex Blum, City Manager – New York City

  • David DiLegge, City Manager – Atlanta

  • Brian Litke, Regional Operations Manager – Midwest

 

“The CPP Certification is an incredibly valuable credential in the parking industry, as it allows us to better understand the needs and expectations of our parking operator partners,” said Todd Tucker, SVP Market Development for ParkWhiz. “I’m thrilled that four members of my team went above and beyond this year to complete the course and pass the exam. It demonstrates their passion and commitment to the parking industry, and positions them to better represent ParkWhiz in a highly competent manner in service of our parking operating partners, asset owners and platform partners.”

About ParkWhiz

ParkWhiz is the leading transactional platform and marketplace that enables drivers, fleets and connected vehicles to find, book and pay for parking. The company offers the largest inventory of parking spaces for drivers to reserve before reaching their destinations, saving both time and money. Working with all major parking operators, it delivers transactional parking as a value-added service to major brands in sports and entertainment, travel, automotive and navigation, including Ford, Ticketmaster / Live Nation, Groupon, Madison Square Garden and many others. The company also operates two consumer-facing brands of its own—ParkWhiz and BestParking—available for Apple, Android and Amazon Alexa.  ParkWhiz also powers the Arrive Network which provides friction-free access to parking lots in select markets. ParkWhiz has parked millions of vehicles and is operational in over 230 cities across North America and expanding rapidly. For more information, visit ParkWhiz.com.

 

Cleverciti Systems Debuts CIRC360 Parking Management and Marketing Solution at 2018 NPA Convention

October 15, 2018

 

Cleverciti Systems Debuts CIRC360 Parking Management and Marketing Solution at 2018 NPA Convention

 

 

Lake Forest, Ill. and Munich, Germany, Oct. 15, 2018 — Cleverciti Systems Corp., a leader in comprehensive, high-tech solutions for outdoor and on-street parking detection, monitoring and guidance, announced today it will debut its new CIRC360 solution during the 2018 National Parking Association (NPA) Convention and Expo, Oct. 22-25, in Las Vegas, at booth #213. CIRC360 revolutionizes the parking experience, offering efficient local guidance with real-time parking data, as well as the ability for customers to display additional marketing and event messages.

 

 

 

A lack of parking monitoring and guidance often leads to increased traffic, pollution and driver frustration for cities, retailers, airports and more, while also detracting potential revenue. Cleverciti’s CIRC360 solution not only facilitates seamless and hassle-free parking through real-time identification of free and unoccupied areas, but also delivers guidance, messaging, wayfinding and advertising, which can increase ROI. CIRC360 is the first parking guidance system that can also generate revenue for the parking operator.

 

Coupled with the Cleverciti parking sensors mounted on light poles within a parking area, CIRC360 provides up-to-date information displayed on an omnidirectional, 360-degree LED outdoor digital signage.

 

Cleverciti will showcase the CIRC360 during the 2018 NPA Convention along with its next generation of smart parking solutions that optimize monitoring, increase revenues and improve service, giving facilities a comprehensive and effective parking management tool.

 

“Cleverciti’s innovative technology allows various organizations to efficiently provide a streamlined parking experience for drivers, addressing numerous challenges commonly faced by parking managers,” said Steve Gorski, General Manager, North America, Cleverciti. “Now with the CIRC360, we have the ability to not only communicate real-time information, but it also add additional value for customers to transmit critical messages to drivers that can be used for emergency, traffic and safety information, as well as advertising and media messages. The possibilities are endless.”

 

To schedule a meeting with the team at booth #213 during the 2018 NPA Convention, click here.

 

About Cleverciti Systems

Cleverciti Systems is the leader in comprehensive, high-tech solutions for outdoor and on-street parking detection, monitoring and guidance. Cleverciti provides organizations with a robust and highly reliable solution that enhances convenience, builds loyalty and boosts engagement, allowing our customers to maximize ROI and streamline the parking experience. Its end-to-end solutions are designed to strengthen parking detection, improve guidance, and enhance communication. Cleverciti seeks to help cities and organizations reduce traffic and emissions, and increase revenue while allowing drivers to enjoy a smooth, stress-free parking experience. The company is headquartered in Munich, Germany, with offices in Chicago. To learn more, visit www.cleverciti.com.

 

Colonial Parking to speak at 2018 NPA Convention

September 26, 2018

 

 

 

Colonial Parking to speak at 2018 NPA Convention

 

 

Wilmington, DE – Three Colonial Parking, Inc and Colonial Airport Parking, Incemployees will be speaking at the2018 National Parking Association (NPA) 2018 Convention & Expo, taking place Oct 22-25 in Las Vegas, NV.

 

 

 

The NPA Convention & Expo brings together the foremost experts and parking professionals to discuss current trends, best practices and learn firsthand what industry leaders are doing to stay ahead.

 

This year’s convention will focus on the future of parking and the opportunities it holds for the industry. Premier industry thought leaders will be speaking on topics including mobility, parking demand, smart cities, urban development and parking innovation.

 

Jed Hatfield, CPP/ President of Colonial Parking, Inc & Colonial Airport Parking, Inc, John Groden, CPP/ Operations Manager of Colonial Airport Parking, Inc and Chris Hankins, CPP/ Vice-President of Colonial Parking, Inc will speak at this year’s event.

 

“We’re proud to have three associates speaking at the NPA Convention and Expo,” said Hatfield. “Colonial has been at the forefront of parking technology and innovation for over 50 years. We’re honored to be able to share our knowledge and experience to help others in the industry.”

 

Hatfield, will join David Damus, CEO, System Property Development Company, Inc/Motor Parks, Inc for an insightful C-suite level interview in The Damus CEO Forum: Insights from the Greatest Minds in Parking Hear form market makers, decision makers and movers & shakers shaping the parking industry.

 

 

Groden will be presenting along with Artem Alabin, CEO of Servimer, on the topic of Mystery Shopping at the Big Fat Mystery seminar:  How to use covert customers to stop theft, manage risk and improve service delivery in a parking operation. The seminar will examine how to establish a mystery shopping program and demonstrate how to use the information collected through the program as actionable data for your business.

 

 

Hankins will co-speak at the Certified Parking Professional Preparation Classes, an intensive 1-day study program for those seeking to earn the NPA’s CPP designation. The program is facilitated by members of NPA’s Certification Advisory Board (CAB.)

 

Hankins will also speak on the topic of Management, Administration & Operations. This class will examine key parking administrative and management functions for certified parking professionals, including the organization of a parking operation, legal liabilities of a parking facility and OSHA and workers compensation requirements.

 

 

A full list of presenters for the 2018 NPA Convention & Expocan be viewed at http://www.npaconvention.org/2018/all_speakers.cfm. For more information on the 2018 NPA Convention & Expo, visit http://www.npaconvention.org/2018/.

 

About Colonial Parking

 

Colonial Parking has been providing professional parking management services over 60 years.  Headquartered in Wilmington, Delaware, Colonial Parking offers best in class service to both parking asset owners and parking customers.

 

Company Address:

Colonial Parking, Inc.

715 Orange Street

Wilmington, DE 19801

302-651-3600

www.ColonialParking.com

 

 

 

About Colonial Airport Parking

 

Colonial Airport Parking has been providing travelers with a more convenient and efficient parking experience for over 30 years.  Located just two miles from PHL, Colonial Airport Parking offers both self-parking and valet options in a clean, well-lit facility that is monitored by on-site staff, 24 hours a day, seven days a week.

 

Company Address:

Colonial Airport Parking, Inc.

630 S. Governor Printz Blvd.

Lester, PA 19029

610-521-6900

www.ColonialAirPark.com

 

 

About The National Parking Association

 

The National Parking Association is the nation’s leading parking trade group. Our mission is to serve as the market leader in parking industry research, education, and programs that advance the industry and its professionals. We support advancing the interests of the private and public sector in parking technology, sustainable mobility, certification, advocacy, research, and education. Founded in 1951, NPA has more than 2,500 members and represents all facets of the $29 billion parking industry. Learn more at www.weareparking.org.

 

NPA Takes Stand Against NYT Opinion Article Harmful to the Parking Industry

September 26, 2018

 

NPA Takes Stand Against NYT Opinion Article
Harmful to the Parking Industry

 

 

Leadership responds with a Letter to the Editor of The New York Times

NPA Members:

 

This is an NPA Issue Alert: An opinion piece was recently published in The New York Times advocating for an increase in parking tax to reduce congestion in New York City. The author, from San Francisco, suggests operators should be required to pay a 35% parking tax and eliminate monthly parking contracts. The full article can be found HERE.

NPA’s Position: NPA is committed to ensuring parking is positioned as an integral part of the transportation ecosystem. Congestion is a complex problem and parking is a solution that moves traffic off the active roadway—it should be fully optimized. The ideas in the NYT article are impractical and punitive to consumers and operators.

NPA Response: NPA cannot let these concepts stand without comment. We have engaged Golin as our PR agency of record. As a first response, we have submitted a letter to the editor of the NYT refuting the article, signed by NPA’s Board Chair Alan Lazowski. You can read the letter HERE.

As part of NPA’s strategic plan in becoming the leading authority and advocate for the parking industry to safeguard industry interests, we are undertaking a multi-year research program. Our first major study on reducing congestion will be released at the NPA Convention, October 22-25 in Las Vegas. This landmark study will provide insight on parking as a shared mobility solution to reduce congestion. Details on the inception and creation of this study can be found HERE.

NPA Support: We will continue to provide updates on issues affecting members. If you see positions detrimental to parking, let us know. Please reach out to Michelle De Graff, Director of Strategic Projects, with any questions or comments.

With best regards,

Christine Banning, IOM, CAE

President, National Parking Association

ChristineBanning@weareparking.org

National Parking Association Heads First Study to Identify the Complete Picture of Urban Congestion

September 26, 2018

 

National Parking Association Heads First Study to Identify the Complete Picture of Urban Congestion

 

 

 

Washington, DC  — The National Parking Association (NPA) has commissioned PricewaterhouseCoopers (PwC) to conduct nationwide research to identify trends and investigate the causes, economic impact, and potential solutions for urban congestion. This first of its kind study investigates the intersection of parking and transportation to form a holistic picture of the urban transportation landscape.

 

 

THE FACTS:

  • Congestion cost all US cities in total an estimated $305 billion in 2017. (US DOT – Bureau of Transportation Statistics)
  • Congestion costs commuters $1,000 per person per year. (2018 INRIX traffic score card)
  • The U.S. population of 327 million today will increase to 348 million by 2027 with more than 84% of the population concentrated in urban areas.

NPA’s research will identify how planning and infrastructure in urban areas can support the transportation needs of the population, while managing congestion and reducing economic impacts.

“This research into reducing congestion will provide insights into real-world approaches for mitigating congestion, managing roadway throughput and halting unchecked congestion costs to citizens, cities and employers,” said Christine Banning, NPA president.  “The parking industry is making a significant multi-year commitment to dedicate itself to research related to meaningful transportation, congestion and mobility issues that impact commuters, communities and the economy.”

Banning leads NPA and its 2,500 members in representing all facets of the parking industry. She serves on the U.S. Chamber of Commerce Transportation Committee.  Principals and consultants from PwC’s Strategy, Global Automotive Practice, and U.S. Mobility Practice, comprise the core research team producing the report.

“PwC’s expertise and insights into the Internet of Things (IoT), automotive industry and mobility innovations will strengthen the foundation of the study. The analysis of macro-economic trends cross-referenced to automotive and congestion information will form a wide angle viewing lens for exploring real-world solutions for possible solutions for reducing congestion.” adds Banning.

Private vehicles, public transportation, parking and infrastructure form the urban transportation ecosystem. Parking is the beginning and end-point of the first and last mile. Understanding how communities are served by this ecosystem can provide new insights into the city of the future and transportation solutions to meet the needs of a growing population.

 

 

About NPA
The National Parking Association is the nation’s leading parking trade group. Our mission is to serve as the market leader in parking industry research, education, and programs that advance the industry and its professionals. We support advancing the interests of the private and public sector in parking technology, sustainable mobility, certification, advocacy, research, and education. Founded in 1951, NPA has more than 2,500 members and represents all facets of the $29 billion parking industry. Learn more at www.weareparking.org.

Get Your Pink On With Women in Parking At NPA In Vegas To Support Breast Cancer Awareness Month

August 27, 2018

 

 

 

Get Your Pink On With Women in Parking At NPA In

Vegas To Support Breast Cancer Awareness Month

 

 

 

The leading parking industry diversity association Women in Parking (WIP) is excited to announce they will be hosting, ‘Get Your Pink On with WIP,’ a cocktail networking reception and fundraiser at the National Parking Association’s 2018 Convention in Las Vegas on October 22, 2018 in honor of Breast Cancer Awareness Month.

 

 

“We are hosting this reception fundraiser to not only provide a forum and opportunity for our members to connect with one another and expand their professional network, but also this event is a chance to raise awareness of and money to combat a disease that will or has, unfortunately, affect many of us in some way or another at some point in our lives.” Said, Marcy Sparrow WIP Chairperson.

 

Raffle ticket(s) can be purchasedonline on WIP’s website – womeninparking.com– or onsite at the reception on October 22nd to help raise funds for the National Breast Cancer Foundation, Inc. All tickets are $5. Raffle prizes include an Apple Watch, a MOTIV fitness ring and a $200 Amazon Gift Card.  Prizes will be drawn during the networking reception, however, winners are not required to be present at the reception to be eligible to win prizes.

Further event details including time and location of the networking reception will follow in the coming weeks via an email invitation. In the spirit of the theme of the event, attendees are encouraged to wear pink to the networking fundraiser. The person most decked out in pink will receive a special prize.

Women in Parking also welcomessponsors who would like to take part in the event while also bolstering their business. In addition to social media, website, newsletter, and event signage recognition, the event’s exclusive platinum sponsor will announce the raffle prize winners. For more information about sponsorship opportunities, contact Karen Pradhan at Karen Pradhan – Karen.Pradhan@skidata.com.

 

Note: Winner of the ‘Most Decked Out in Pink’ prize must be present at the time of award presentations to be eligible to receive the prize.

 

About Women in Parking

 

Women in Parking is the leading association dedicated to building the future of parking through the advancement and achievement of women in the parking industry. WIP seeks to attract, retain and advance women through its mentoring program, professional development and networking opportunities, and unique access to industry executives and influential thought leaders. More information can be found at womeninparking.com.

To request an invitation, contact Dawn Marti at dawncmarti1@gmail.com.

ABM Awarded NPA Accreditation by National Parking Association

August 07, 2018

 

ABM Awarded NPA Accreditation by National Parking Association

 

 

Company Recognized for Standards, Excellence, and Ethical Business Practices

 

 

NEW YORK, Aug. 07, 2018  — ABM (NYSE:ABM), a leading provider of facility solutions, is pleased to announce it has been awarded NPA accreditation by the National Parking Association (NPA). This accreditation program is the highest industry standard granted by the NPA, and establishes industry benchmarks for best practices related to ethics, business processes and the performance of parking management and operations across commercial and public parking organizations.

 

“Parking is among ABM’s core service offerings, along with janitorial, facilities engineering, and specialized technical solutions,” said Arnold Klauber, Senior Vice President of National Parking & Transportation at ABM. “Accreditation by the NPA is a testament to the hard work and commitment of our people to deliver excellence in service, wherever our clients and their customers encounter our parking services.”

“We’re pleased to recognize ABM for their excellence, integrity and best practices in parking and transportation operations,” said Christine Banning, IOM, CAE President of the National Parking Association. “ABM’s successful achievement of NPA Accreditation signifies that it represents the best qualities in ethics, leadership and management—in a standard set by peers across all parking sectors.”

The standards set forth in the accreditation program serve as a roadmap for the adoption of best in class ethical and professional business practices for the parking and transportation industry to perform at a high level in the interests of the organization, community and its clients. The program was developed with input from all sectors of the parking industry to define a roadmap of key elements for business excellence that all parking organizations should include as part of their organizations’ development. To learn more about NPA Accreditation, visit WeAreParking.org.

ABM provides parking and transportation services for commercial real estate properties and sports and entertainment venues; airlines and airports; public school districts, private schools, colleges, and universities; hospitals and more. For more information about ABM’s Parking offerings, visit www.abm.com.

 

ABOUT ABM

ABM (NYSE:ABM) is a leading provider of facility solutions with revenues of approximately $5.5 billion and more than 130,000 employees in 350+ offices throughout the United States and various international locations. ABM’s comprehensive capabilities include janitorial, electrical & lighting, energy solutions, facilities engineering, HVAC & mechanical, landscape & turf, mission critical solutions and parking, provided through stand-alone or integrated solutions. ABM provides custom facility solutions in urban, suburban and rural areas to properties of all sizes – from schools and commercial buildings to hospitals, data centers, manufacturing plants and airports. ABM Industries Incorporated, which operates through its subsidiaries, was founded in 1909. For more information, visit www.abm.com.

 

ABOUT NPA

The National Parking Association is the nation’s leading parking trade group. Our mission is to serve as the market leader in parking industry research, education, and programs that advance the industry and its professionals. We support advancing the interests of the private and public sector in parking technology, sustainable mobility, certification, advocacy, research, and education. Founded in 1951, NPA has more than 2,500 members and represents all facets of the parking industry. Learn more at WeAreParking.org.

 

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Phoenix Motorcars L.L.C. wins the NPA 2017 Innovative Sustainability Project of the Year

November 01, 2017

 

 

Phoenix Motorcars L.L.C. wins the NPA 2017
Innovative Sustainability Project of the Year

 

 

Zero Emission Shuttle Buses Revolutionize the Parking Industry

with Cost Savings and Clean Air for Southern California

 

 

 

Ontario, CA. (October 31, 2017) – Phoenix Motorcars L.L.C. was honored by the National Parking Association (NPA) with the 2017 Innovative Sustainability Project of the Year Award. Phoenix Motorcars was selected for the work done in partnership with the L & R Group of companies to bring the first fully zero emission electric shuttle fleet in the nation to Southern California at LAX airport. The award was presented at the annual NPA Convention & Expo, held this year in Palm Springs, CA, October 2-5th.

 

“We express our sincere gratitude to the NPA for this award.  We are excited to continue working with LNR and our other partners in supplying commercial fleets with proven electric vehicles that provide substantial operational and emission savings.” said Emad Fakhoury, Chief Executive Officer of Phoenix Motorcars.

 

About the Project

Phoenix Motorcars collaborated with L & R Group of Companies to replace gas powered shuttle buses at Los Angeles International Airport with Phoenix’s Zero Emission Utility Shuttles (ZEUS) buses. L&R subsidiary, Wally Park Premier, deployed 16 ZEUS buses at the Los Angeles Airport, making it the first all-electric fleet of airport-parking shuttle buses in the USA. By deploying a total of 33 ZEUS buses, L&R will be able to convert 4.2 million gas miles to all-electric miles over a 5-year period and reduce tailpipe emissions significantly.

 

Through government incentives of as much as $100,000 per shuttle bus, the cost of switching to an all-electric fleet was kept to a minimum. The result is more than $3.6 million in total cost-of- ownership savings over an equivalent CNG fleet, due to lower fuel and maintenance costs.

 

“The NPA Innovation Awards recognize companies and individuals who demonstrate the highest professionalism and parking best practices while using leadership and state-of-the-art technology to improve safety, sustainability and bottom line results,” said NPA President Christine Banning, MA, CAE.

 

 

 

About Phoenix Cars LLC
Based in Ontario, California, Phoenix Cars LLC, dba Phoenix Motorcars is a leading developer of all-electric vehicles and systems for the fleet market. The company is a wholly owned subsidiary of Al Yousuf LLC, which is based in Dubai, UAE. For more information on Phoenix Motorcars and its technical offerings, please visit: www.phoenixmotorcars.com | Facebook | Twitter

 

 

About L&R Group of Companies
L&R, headquartered in Los Angeles, California, is a privately held, well-capitalized organization that operates two distinct parking divisions: WallyPark and Joe’s Auto Parks. L&R builds, owns, and operates parking facilities at major airports and cities nationwide.  Learn more at: www.tlrgc.com.

 

About National Parking Association
Founded in 1951, the National Parking Association (NPA) is the voice of the $28 billion parking industry that employs more than 143,000 individuals. NPA is the leading trade association for the parking industry in North America representing the interests of public and private parking sector leaders and professionals. NPA provides research, advocacy, professional development and credentialing to its members. To learn more, visit NPA at WeAreParking.org.

 

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