Craig Freeman, City Manager of Oklahoma City, has named Jesse Rush administrator of the Central Oklahoma Transportation and Parking Authority (COTPA) and Director of the City of Oklahoma City’s Public Transportation and Parking Department. Rush, the former EMBARK Assistant Director of Operations, replaces Jason Ferbrache, who has served in a dual role as Oklahoma City’s […]
Metro Transit, the primary provider of bus services throughout the City of Madison and its surrounding suburbs, and Masabi, the company delivering Fare Payments-as-a-Service through its open platform Justride, today announced the launch of an innovative, next-generation fare payment system across Metro Transit’s entire network, including its new Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) service. The system […]
In alignment with its ongoing rollout of the Silver Line Regional Rail project, Dallas Area Rapid Transit (DART) has signed a 10-year office lease at Knoll Trail Crossing. The office building is adjacent to Knoll Trail Station, one of two Dallas stops along the DART Silver Line route, and less than a mile from the […]
Lassen County, located in northeastern California, is a predominantly rural area where public transportation is vital for residents, many of whom rely on it for daily commutes and essential travel. The Lassen Rural Bus (LRB) service, overseen by the Lassen County Transportation Commission, is tasked with providing reliable and accessible transit options across a geographically […]
The Capital Area Transit System (CATS) in Baton Rouge has embarked on a transformative journey by adopting Avail Technologies’ CAD/AVL system. This partnership is part of CATS’ broader strategy to improve service efficiency, enhance communication, and elevate the overall rider experience in Louisiana’s capital city. By integrating cutting-edge technology, CATS is redefining its operational processes […]
Transit buses play a crucial role in providing efficient and reliable transportation for millions of Americans. Ensuring the safety and security of passengers is of the utmost importance. Transit bus operators strive to create a safe environment for all riders. Battery-electric transit buses, such as those manufactured by RIDE (Real Innovation Delivered with Excellence), […]
In a time when technology seems to be changing at an extremely fast pace, we as an industry should stop and reflect on what this means to public transit. It seems that every day a new vendor pops up with the latest in passenger information system, scheduling software, passenger counters, maintenance software, etc. By Harry […]
In partnership with New York Power Authority (NYPA) and Guth DeConzo Construction Management, INIT will supply a cloud-based charge management solution using CarMedialab technologies to New York’s Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA). This smart charging project will support MTA’s electrification plans in one of the world’s largest cities. The project aims to transform four depots […]
RATP Dev USA, a leader in public transit operations, has been awarded a significant new contract to manage the Visalia Transit system in California. This five-year contract, which includes the potential for five additional option years, begins on October 1, 2024, and represents a major milestone for the company, marking its largest contract in the state. Under […]
Trans-Bridge Lines has taken delivery of four new MCI J4500 buses. The buses join the Trans-Bridge fleet for a total of 32 motorcoaches. Three of the buses will be integrated into the company’s New York City line run service. Each of three white commuter buses, 481, 482, and 483, can comfortably accommodate up to […]