The 2021 census showed a total of 24,000 commuters traveling into Southampton to work, with almost 30,000 making the reverse trip. As these numbers grow and public transport becomes more crowded, alternatives will help local businesses stand out in the fight for talent.
A shuttle service can help fill the gaps in public transport between city centres and satellite commuter belt towns. By running direct from stops local to your employee’s homes and picking up in areas less well-served by public transport you can cut commuting time and improve satisfaction amongst your employees.
Studies show that prospective workers are requiring more and more commitment to sustainability from employers - preferring to work for those who can demonstrate strong environmental credentials.
As well as reducing emissions when compared directly to cars, Zeelo are introducing electric, zero-emissions shuttles on services across the UK. All unavoidable emissions are offset via traceable carbon credits, with an aim to be fully carbon neutral by 2030.
Zeelo’s services can be customised to fit your company’s needs. We map our SLAs and KPIs to your business targets. By prioritising safety, flexibility and timeliness, we ensure you have full control and timetables and stops work for your employees, not the other way around.
Creating your own shuttle service can seem daunting. That’s why companies across the country trust Zeelo. We take away the uncertainty and risk associated with starting a new service, creating optimised routes and timetables, and matching you with the right vehicle and driver(s) from our network to ensure a great service.
How much do you spend on each new recruit? Add on training and development for each employee. Zeelo services have proven to lower employee turnover by over 70%, generating huge savings and improving staff satisfaction levels.
Southampton is in the enviable position of having the sea breeze to maintain high air quality, but the growing number of cars on the road and return to office-first working patterns following the pandemic is still a health risk. All Zeelo shuttles are carbon neutral by default, and we’re aiming to better this with the introduction of electric, zero-emission vehicles on even more services.
Shuttles reduce commuting stress for workers, improve their productivity, and ensure punctuality - especially where complex shift patterns are concerned. They contribute to environmental sustainability by reducing the number of personal vehicles on the road - reducing congestion and harmful emissions.