SRM Transports is keen on expanding its operations throughout the country and aspires to become a top-notch service provider. The company is determined to become a one-stop travel and transport solution provider by offering a comprehensive range of services including car-carrier service, speed parcel service, omni bus and staff bus services, apart from regular bus services connecting major cities and towns.
SRM Transports, promoted by the Chennai-based SRM Group, commenced its operations in 1999 and has since grown from strength to strength through its quality service to the travelling public of south India. The customers’ confidence is reflected in the fact that SRM currently has a fleet of more than 100 passenger buses, and the number is expected to grow steadily. Nearly one lakh passengers travel by SRM buses every month. The company has the unique distinction of introducing for the first time in India an exclusive bus terminal for its services with amenities such as wash room, cloak room, and arrival and departure lounge for passengers. SRM is also exploring the prospects of extending its cargo and parcel services to a pan-India level.
Mr. Ravi Pachamoothoo, a second generation educationalist who had directed the group’s strategy for more than a decade, was appointed Chairman of the SRM Group in August 2011. He has been instrumental in SRM Transports making rapid progress. Mr. Vivek Sivaraman, educated in the US after having a successful stint at FEMA, took over as CEO of SRM Transports in October 2011. The new duo at the helm is keen on implementing innovative business models and initiatives with the aim of bolstering the company’s growth and has set a target of quadrupling the fleet within the next five years. Under their dynamic leadership, the dedicated workforce of the company is confident of making SRM the leading transport operator in India.
SRM Transports’ vision is to offer maximum passenger comfort by providing quality services of international standard. An interesting project in the pipeline is the setting up of motels with medical facilities and restrooms on all major routes, to ensure high quality service for passengers. A few more innovative passenger-focused facilities to be introduced in the coming months are privilege cards and mobile e-ticketing, which would make ticket booking and travel easier and more convenient for passengers.
The company range of coaches covers 135 regular ones, eight Volvo single-axles, 38 Volvo multi-axles and 30 sleepers. In addition to the coaches there are 37 car-carriers, 20 tippers, 12 bulkers, 24 transit mixers, 20 Mazda vans, 16 LMVs and eight parcel service vehicles. The University bus fleet is 102 strong.
With active men heading its operations, an enthusiastic workforce driven by passion for success and, most importantly, with new customer-based initiatives, SRM Transports has set its sights high to become a dominant force in the segment.