HARTFORD, Conn. – DATTCO, a leader in transportation solutions, celebrates its centennial in 2024, commemorating a century of innovation and community impact, reinforcing the importance of DATTCO’s century of service and contributions to the state.
To commemorate this historic occasion, Governor Ned Lamont has declared a proclamation marking June 18, 2024 as “DATTCO Day” in the state of Connecticut. Governor Ned Lamont said, “This proclamation honors DATTCO’s dedication to our communities and the state. You can’t be in business for a hundred years without a commitment to values, customers and community. Here’s to another hundred more years of doing business here in Connecticut.”
Founded in 1924 as a local charter bus and transit service operator, DATTCO has evolved into a comprehensive transportation provider, offering vehicle sales and service, fleet management, and unparalleled charter and tour services nationwide. A key milestone in DATTCO’s journey is its school bus division and fleet, which expanded from one bus in 1949 to more than 1,200 buses today, serving numerous school districts throughout New England, ensuring the safe transportation of more of 145,000 students daily.
Don DeVivo, DATTCO president and second-generation owner, said, “I think my dad would have been very proud that we had reached the 100-year milestone. He worked very hard and started with nothing more than a bus. I believe we honor his legacy by instilling our corporate mission and values to support our employees, our customers, and the communities we serve in moving this company forward.”
Kyle DeVivo, COO and third-generation owner/son, reflected on the company’s commitment to innovation and adaptability, saying, “As a company, we have always aimed to think about the future and invest in technology and the state of technology. from the future. artistic innovations. “Adaptability has been the cornerstone of DATTCO’s success.”
Kevin DeVivo, general manager of the bus sales division and third-generation owner/son, highlighted the importance of people and community to DATTCO’s continued success, he said. “We put employees and customers first and focus on helping improve the lives of the people and communities we serve.”
As DATTCO looks forward to the next century with enthusiasm, we are unwavering in our goal to maintain our mission by providing innovative and diversified passenger transportation solutions using our knowledge to enhance our customers’ experience. DATTCO’s core values of excellence, integrity, empathy, creativity and community will continue to guide the company and ensure another hundred years of success.
About DATTCO, Inc.
DATTCO is a major transportation company based in Connecticut since 1924. With over one hundred years of experience in the industry, DATTCO has provided high-quality transportation solutions, including a charter bus division, shuttles, tour services, a school buses and more. DATTCO is also leading the way in sustainability, driving the shift to electric vehicles, reducing emissions and influencing an environmentally cleaner future. For additional information, please contact Marketing@DATTCO.com or visit our website at DATTCO.com
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