Winnipeg Transit’s mission of ensuring safe and accessible transportation for all passengers was aided by the city’s recent adoption of Q’STRAINT’s QUANTUM and Q’POD products. These technologies have a major impact on transit safety and accessibility, and the agency has taken a leading role in driving these advancements. Teresa Platt, manager of client services at […]
The agency Created in 1974 and operated by South Carolina’s City of Greenville, Greenlink is responsible for 12 fixed routes covering destinations all across Greenville County. Whether traveling to work, school or a medical appointment, Greenlink’s goal is always to provide its ridership with a safe, convenient and affordable transportation option. However, according to […]
By Banning K. Lary, PhD An often-unrecognized problem in school bus maintenance shops is falls from slippery tires or flimsy ladders. According to the United States Bureau of Labor Statistics (2020) there were 22,710 ladder injuries in all occupational groups, led by the installation, maintenance and repair occupations where in 5,790 injuries the primary source […]
Transit agencies are constantly seeking ways to enhance efficiency and deliver better services to riders. One significant advancement in this area is the implementation of Enterprise Transit Management Software (ETMS), a comprehensive system that integrates various aspects of transit operations. Developed by Avail Technologies, ETMS is designed to meet the specific needs of transit agencies, […]
The Los Angeles County Metropolitan Transportation Authority has selected HDR to provide the final design of the North Hollywood to Pasadena Bus Rapid Transit Corridor Project. The BRT project will provide faster and more reliable service to meet the corridor’s growth by linking Los Angeles, Burbank, Glendale and Pasadena. Key destinations include the North […]
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 […]