Annual Report 2020

2020 Annual Report Transport International Holdings Limited 33 Travel Agents Schools Corporations Shopping Malls Large Residential Estates Led by its flagship subsidiary, Sun Bus Limited (“Sun Bus”), the SBH Group offers a range of bus services designed for specific market segments, including large residential estates, shopping malls, corporations, travel agents and schools, as well as catering for the general public through chartered hire services. During the year, the outbreak of COVID-19 cast a significant impact on the transport industry. The suspension of schools, the work-from-home arrangements adopted by government departments and private companies, and the contraction in tourism have led to a dramatic decrease in ridership. SBH Group has taken a series of measures to strengthen the epidemic prevention, and demonstrated high flexibility to fulfil customers’ expectation through value-added services, tailoring its service to exceed customers’ expectation. To maintain social distance, we have upgraded vehicle size and designed a flexible timetable to fit in a work-from-home arrangements. At the end of 2020, the SBH Group had a fleet of 390 buses and continued its fleet upgrade programme by introducing eco-friendly buses and a wider application of technology. In 2021, five Euro VI super-low-floor double-deck buses will be deployed to keep the fleet’s average age below six years. These new buses will be equipped with detective safety technology, driver monitoring system, and seat belts on all seats to enhance safety performance. The SBH Group is committed to continuously strengthening all aspects of its management and operations, as well as to building a reputable brand with customers. Sun Bus has upgraded vehicle size and designed a flexible timetable to fit in a work-from- home arrangements