San Francisco BART – A smooth partnership
Mark Dana, Project Manager at the Office of Infrastructure Delivery at BART, reflects on our collaboration and the importance of the metro to the San Francisco Bay Area.
We spoke to Mark to learn more about our partnership on this iconic transport system.
What makes the Market Street project partnership so special?
From the very beginning, it’s been a prime example of cooperative teamwork. Schindler, BART management, and the on-site teams planned the project together and worked in close alignment throughout. This approach has enabled us to identify and resolve potential issues early and
respond quickly to unforeseen situations.
Communication is open, honest, direct, and professional – with no hidden agendas.
How important is the BART public transport system for the San Francisco Bay Area?
BART is the most important transportation system for commuters and visitors in the Bay Area. It also helps reduce car traffic, air pollution, and energy consumption.
What role does sustainability play for BART?
Sustainability is a top priority for us. We wanted escalators with energy-saving regenerative drives and eco-mode functionalities – something Schindler could provide. We also place real value on having multiple units with interchangeable parts, as it simplifies procurement and makes replacements faster and more efficient.
How many people use the metro?
We’re currently approaching the ridership levels we had before the Covid-19 pandemic – at that time, over 400,000 passengers used the metro daily on average.
How important is fast and reliable access to your stations via escalators?
Extremely. We’re proud to offer a safe, clean, and reliable service. This has earned us a good reputation and the public’s trust.
Why did you entrust Schindler with this project?
We selected Schindler through a tendering process because the company is responsible and responsive, and we were very satisfied with our existing collaboration. I’m very impressed by the professionalism and collaborative spirit of all the employees.