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How to determine the right minibus capacity for staff shuttles

Shift patterns, route length and comfort expectations are the key factors behind shuttle capacity.

11 September 20263 min readIndustry

In staff shuttles, the right capacity directly affects both operating costs and employee satisfaction.

Shift and route plan

The number of people per shift and the route length form the basis of fleet size and capacity.

Comfort expectations

On long routes seat pitch, air conditioning and interior lighting matter even more.

Flexible platforms

Platforms such as the Sprinter, offering several body lengths, let you scale your fleet with capacities from 9+1 to 22+1.

How to determine the right minibus capacity for staff shuttles