ABM (NYSE: ABM), one of the nation’s largest providers of facility services, infrastructure solutions, and parking management, has partnered with Graham Ford automotive dealership in Mansfield, Ohio to accelerate the region’s adoption of electric vehicles (“EV”) with the installation of fast and effective EV charging stations at its facility. The EV infrastructure enhancements will exceed industry standards, and future proof the dealership by providing Graham Ford with six Level 2 chargers, and three DC (direct current) fast chargers to service its needs for both service customers and sales deliveries. The Graham Ford partnership reflects ABM’s sizable role as a strategic partner to the nation’s largest automakers and dealer networks, as auto manufacturers race to bring new EV models to market.
 

With Ohio ranked 17th nationally for most registered electric vehicles according to the Department of Energy, there is already significant local consumer demand for EV infrastructure. Graham Ford represents the latest port installation project ABM is delivering in the automotive dealership community, adding to its close to 30,000 installations nationwide.
 

As one of the country’s leading EV infrastructure installers, ABM is helping Graham Ford take the next step in making a long-term investment aligned with Ford’s overarching electric vehicle strategy, which includes an investment of more than $50 billion in electric vehicles globally through 2026 to develop breakthrough EVs as well as plans to manufacture them at scale at a run rate of 600,000 globally by late 2023 and 2 million by 2026.
 

“ABM is thrilled to work with many of the nation’s largest automotive dealership networks as their strategic partner in making innovative and forward-looking investments to efficiently service and sell the increasing number of EV models coming to the market,” said Mark Hawkinson, ABM’s President of Technical Solutions. “Looking holistically at their operation, the Graham Ford team is correctly viewing this opportunity as a strategic investment as the nation approaches a true EV boom. Much more than simply installing a couple of charging stations, we are helping this team evaluate power and grid capacity, selecting and installing the right technology for their needs today, while providing the infrastructure to support future growth and the added learning curve that comes with more electric vehicles, including training technicians and mechanics to service EV charging stations and future upgrades.”
 

As Ford and other auto makers recommend or require dealerships to make electrical infrastructure investments to prepare for an electric future, ABM is helping operators nationwide set the standard for the industry. ABM’s industry-leading capabilities and industry expertise allows for it to be a single-source solution for all EV charging needs, providing dealerships like Graham Ford with everything required to adapt to the future of the auto industry.
 

“We know EVs are coming, and we want to be at the forefront to ensure our customers continue to get the very best service and experience now and in years to come,” said Kenneth Williams, Vice President and General Manager, Graham Auto Group. “The country is moving full speed toward mass EV adoption, and Graham Ford is committed to meeting this growing demand, while providing the knowledgeable service and seamless experience our customers expect.”
 
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With air passenger volume across the U.S. returning to pre-pandemic levels, the number of people parking at airports is also increasing, creating a heightened demand from travelers for enhanced experiences. As one of the nation’s largest parking and transportation management providers, supporting over 2,000 client locations across the country, ABM is perfectly situated to deliver unparalleled service as MCO continues to set industry standards as a world-class, global gateway. This news follows ABM’s recent debut of its innovative Smart Parking solution, ABMVantage, aimed toward redefining parking infrastructure and developing parking and transportation experiences that prioritize drivers and travelers to create unified parking systems for its partners.

 

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NEW YORK, May 16, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — ABM (NYSE: ABM), one of the nation’s largest providers of facility services, infrastructure solutions, and parking management, has been named to the DiversityInc list of Noteworthy companies for the first time. The DiversityInc Noteworthy Companies list is comprised of companies whose data indicates they have the potential to make the DiversityInc Top 50 list.
 
“As home to more than 100,000 team members who serve more than 20,000 clients, ABM views diversity of backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences as a core part of our strength, both as an employer and industry leader,” said Scott Salmirs, President and CEO, ABM. “Driving diversity, equity, and inclusion (“DEI”) across every level of our organization is good for our people, our clients, our business, and our communities – and is simply the right thing to do. This recognition by DiversityInc serves as an important milestone on our journey.”
 
While always a priority, ABM has accelerated its strategic efforts to deepen its diversity commitment over the past two years, including re-establishing a firm-wide Culture & Inclusion Council comprised of diverse representations from across all levels and industry groups, launching its first employee-led resource group, and establishing dedicated leadership roles focused on developing the company’s culture and DEI strategy.
 
Additionally, as one of the world’s largest facility services and solutions providers, ABM is advancing its supplier diversity program focusing on expanding the Company’s reach into communities where it operates, increasing its diverse spend as well as opportunities for minority, disabled, women, veteran, LGBTQ+ and small and underrepresented business enterprises to partner with ABM as suppliers or subcontractors.
 
“With an extremely diverse and growing workforce operating in every state in the U.S., as well as the U.K. and Republic of Ireland, we are developing ABM as an increasingly welcoming and inclusive place to work, where all team members are seen, heard, valued and provided with ample opportunities to grow,” said Raúl Valentin, Chief Human Resources Officer, ABM.
 
Noteworthy companies are judged by the same criteria as used in the Top 50 competition. The list results are derived exclusively from survey submissions from employers with at least 750 employees in the United States. Companies are evaluated within the context of their industries on verified policies, practices, and procedures.

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According to the U.S. Travel Association, over 50% of Americans have or will travel for leisure in the first half of 2023, adding to the already filled airways of business travelers who have largely returned to pre-pandemic levels, making the need for a seamless and simple airport parking solution even more crucial to traveler satisfaction..

 

“America’s relationship with air travel is notoriously stressful, and parking at airports has historically been no different,” said Sean Bromfield, President of Aviation at ABM. “We are changing airport parking by offering an enhanced, more frictionless experience through customized airport terminal smart parking services.”.

 

Unlike other parking technology within the ever-changing aviation space, ABM Vantage is the only solution to work under one connected ecosystem with the ability to leverage existing equipment while integrating with new platforms and infrastructure. By interconnecting and centralizing parking technology, ABM Vantage creates an open-system accelerator and a full suite of professional services for the enhanced parking experience, including electric charging stations, valet, shuttle, curbside, and more. This creates a better user experience for the traveler, while increasing returns for the facilities operators..

 
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Momentum Support (“Momentum”) has officially rebranded as ABM, following the company’s acquisition in April 2022 by ABM (NYSE: ABM), a leading multinational provider of facility services, infrastructure solutions, and parking management.

 

ABM’s acquisition of Momentum represented ABM’s entry into the Irish market. Along with providing access to Momentum’s blue-chip customer base, the acquisition is providing the opportunity to cross sell to legacy ABM clients who have a footprint in Ireland. The acquisition is also enhancing ABM’s ability to serve clients in fast growing markets such as technology and life sciences, many of whom maintain a significant presence in Ireland.

 
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The rebranding across Momentum’s operations in the Republic of Ireland and Northern Ireland builds upon its strong integration and growth trajectory after being acquired by ABM in 2022 DUBLIN, Ireland, April 03, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Momentum Support (“Momentum”) has officially rebranded as ABM,

ST. PETERSBURG, Fla., March 23, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — ABM (NYSE: ABM), a leading provider of facility services, infrastructure solutions, and parking management, has entered into a multi-year agreement to deliver first-class housekeeping solutions and manage day-to-day and event staffing for Tropicana Field and Al Lang Stadium, both located in St. Petersburg, Florida. Tropicana Field is home to Major League Baseball’s Tampa Bay Rays, while Al Lang Stadium is home to the United Soccer League’s Tampa Bay Rowdies.

 

This agreement adds to the more than 100 stadium and entertainment venues that ABM services in the U.S., including six for Major League Baseball with the addition of Tropicana Field. Through this partnership, ABM will serve as a single source for deploying a professional workforce dedicated to delivering outstanding janitorial services which enhance the fan experience across over one million square feet of stadium space at the two venues.

 

This agreement comes with a strong commitment to local hiring and community engagement within the Tampa Bay area. As part of the terms, ABM and its regional partners will pursue a goal of 38% inclusion of minority, women, and disadvantaged enterprises (MBE/DBE/WBE) and will prioritize local suppliers. Additionally, both stadiums will leverage ABM’s extensive experience in sustainability and waste management, working to deliver zero waste and achieve a 90% or better landfill diversion rate as it has at other stadiums across the country.

 

“It’s an exciting time for St. Petersburg and Tampa Bay as the region has experienced rapid growth over the past few years, along with a resurgence in tourism that is now above pre-pandemic levels. We’re pleased to partner with the Rays and Rowdies organization to provide locals and other visitors with an exceptional experience to pair with their teams’ successes,” said Art Rodriguez, vice president of Operations, Sports and Entertainment at ABM. “By partnering with us, both teams can now focus on other important aspects of the game while leveraging our expertise to ensure a world-class fan experience.”

 

Currently managing over 1,100 U.S Green Building Council LEED-certified registered sites, ABM will use its expertise to ensure that the unique indoor environment at Tropicana Field will become even more sustainable. Additionally, ABM will implement green cleaning within Tropicana Field and at Al Lang Stadium, to create a healthier environment indoors and outdoors.

 

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NEW YORK, March 08, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — ABM (NYSE: ABM), a leading provider of facility solutions, today announced financial results for the first quarter of fiscal 2023.
 
“Our teams executed well to help mitigate labor and other inflationary pressures, as well as the anticipated reduction in disinfection-related work orders, to deliver a solid first quarter”, said Scott Salmirs, ABM’s President & Chief Executive Officer. “Our performance also reflected favorable demand for our core janitorial, engineering, and parking services, most notably in Manufacturing & Distribution, Aviation and Education, offset by higher interest expense and the protracted timing of programs in Technical Solutions as we manage through supply chain delays.”
 
Mr. Salmirs continued, “Through varied economic cycles, ABM’s financial resilience remains a hallmark. We continue to expect demand to remain solid, but more modest than the pandemic-driven recovery we experienced last year. I am confident in our team’s ability to deliver on our strong ATS backlog, and achieve our 2023 commitments through continued implementation of price increases, strong execution in the field, deployment of our ELEVATE initiatives and effective cost management actions.”
 
“The essential nature of the services we provide remains uniquely valuable to our clients as they strive to create and maintain environments that are clean, healthy, energy efficient and attractive for both employees and customers. Our financial strength enables us to invest in initiatives that advance these objectives, positioning ABM for sustained success over the long-term.”
 
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