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Harmon Brothers Charter Service joins Trailways network

As part of Trailways, it will be known as Harmon Brothers Trailways.

October 13, 2017
Harmon Brothers Charter Service joins Trailways network

 

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Atlanta-based Harmon Brothers Inc. joined Trailways Transportation System Inc., the well-known bus brand in North America.

Harmon Brothers Charter Service (HBCS) was founded in 1979. As part of Trailways, it will be known as Harmon Brothers Trailways. With a current size of 20 full size passenger vehicles, plus smaller vehicles, HBCS is one of Atlanta's oldest and largest privately-owned bus transportation companies. HBCS is also the largest minority-owned bus transportation company in the Southeast.

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Clint Harmon, President, Harmon Brothers Trailways said, “We know that Trailways members share common values with us and we’re proud to be designated an approved Trailways member in its well-known brand,” said Clint Harmon, Harmon Brothers Trailways’ president. “We all have a commitment to prompt on-time services at competitive prices.”

Harmon’s fleet is composed of recent models all ranging from 2008 to 2017. Its fleet of 20, 55-passenger deluxe motorcoaches feature reclining seats with footstools and individual reading lights, plenty of overhead luggage space, and clean lavatories. Its two 25-passenger minibuses also feature these quality amenities (except lavatories.)

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