National Express Acquires Ecolane Transit Scheduling Software & Solutions

National Express purchased Ecolane transit scheduling software. Ecolane is a technology leader in the demand responsive transportation (DRT) and the paratransit solutions market. The company, headquartered outside of Philadelphia, provides technological solutions that increase productivity, maximize efficiency, and improve customer satisfaction and driver safety.

“By acquiring this company we are able to enhance our customer service to  our transit customers by maximizing transit and paratransit scheduling,” said Judith Crawford, CEO of National Express Transit.  “This software will also allow us to reach out to people who might not otherwise have community access and mobility.”

National Express Transit’s attention is focused on providing the safest, highest quality transportation services for customers and the communities served and adheres to five core values: safety, customers, people, community and excellence. 

“This acquisition by National Express, a company with a reputation for providing high quality services, is very welcome,” said Steve Ross, CEO of Ecolane. “The culture and values of both companies are closely aligned and we already have a successful history working on projects together. The additional resources that National Express brings to the table will help Ecolane expand our already successful product offerings and related services. The entire team at Ecolane are excited by the prospect of formalizing what has already been an excellent relationship."