Kicked out of its UK job Connex finds a soft shoulder in New Zealand

摘要

From July the job of sorting through the mess that is Auckland's metro rail network will fall to Connex. Globally, the France-based company has its supporters and detractors in almost equal measures. But, for the rail commuters of New Zealand's largest city, Connex has the chance to make or break its reputation. Connex, Europe's largest private passenger transport company won a three-horse race for the Auckland contract, brushing aside competition from Stagecoach and Serco. Auckland Regional Council, responsible for the region's passenger transport, said the appointment was made because of Connex's 'strong track record.'