Zum Announces Major Investment in Philadelphia
Establishes long-term presence in Philadelphia, expands hiring, and invests in modern facilities as it prepares to serve School District of Philadelphia families
PHILADELPHIA, July 31, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Zum, a leader in modern student mobility, has announced a significant investment in Philadelphia with the lease and redevelopment of a new school bus yard to support the School District of Philadelphia. This facility will be a central hub for home-to-school transportation services.
Key Details:
- Location: The new operations center will be at 3740 E. Thompson Street and 2715 E. Butler Street in Northeast Philadelphia.
- Purpose: The site will serve as a modern operations center aimed at enhancing safety, reliability, and transparency in student mobility services.
- Commitment: This investment signifies Zum’s long-term partnership with the Philadelphia community, aiming to create local jobs and modern infrastructure.
Statements:
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Vivek Garg, COO of Zum:
“Philadelphia is more than a new market for Zum—it is a long-term partnership… This facility reflects our commitment to Philadelphia and our belief that student mobility is critical infrastructure that directly supports access to education.”
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Missy Lash, General Manager at Zum:
“Our investment in Philadelphia goes beyond buses—it’s an investment in the people who make student mobility possible… We want our drivers to have a modern, welcoming facility where they feel comfortable, respected, and supported every day.”
Future Plans:
The facility will undergo upgrades, including employee amenities and advanced maintenance capabilities. Zum is also actively hiring school bus drivers and attendants, encouraging both experienced drivers and new candidates to apply.
Broader Impact:
Zum’s investment will not only create hundreds of local jobs but also enhance facilities and technology to support Philadelphia families for years to come.
About Zum:
Zum is transforming mass mobility through its Connected Mobility Experience (CMX), streamlining operations in the student mobility market. The CMX system connects routing, dispatch, and real-time operations to ensure reliability and efficiency for students and families.
Media Contact:
Jenny Mayfield
VP, Communications, Zum
Press@ridezum.com
For more info, visit www.ridezum.com.
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