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May 17, 2013

Veolia names King Northeast Transit VP

John King has been the GM for the company’s Prince George’s County contract since 2006. In that...

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May 17, 2013

Amtrak upgrades Wi-Fi service

The 4G upgrade is already complete on Acela Express and the California-supported Capitol Corridor,...

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May 17, 2013

Amtrak unveils advanced tech. Siemens locomotives

Electric locomotives are being assembled in Siemens’ Sacramento, Calif., rail manufacturing plant...

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May 16, 2013

CapMetro offers new pass for younger travelers

The card, designed for students 6 to18, acts as a transit pass and offers discounts at local destinations...

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FEATURES

Q&A with Denver RTD's Phillip A. Washington

Prior to Washington's transportation industry experience, he had a storied 24-year military career, retiring as a decorated active-duty U.S. Army soldier, having attained the rank of Command Sergeant Major.


Denver RTD Generating Innovative Ideas to Fuel Expansion

Initiatives pursued include boosting sales tax revenue, maximizing assets and creating a pooled savings account, while leadership programs and partnerships have helped bolster its workforce.


Grand Central Terminal Endures as Transportation Icon

The “gateway to America” survived the threat of the wrecking ball, decline and disrepair, to emerge revitalized as a popular destination and lasting monument to New York City’s rebirth.


New report IDs human service agency link to mobility

Easter Seals study calls for developing more information and technical assistance for mobility management.




PRODUCTS

Digital media center

REI’s Digital Media Center is the centerpiece of any motorcoach audio/video entertainment system, offering easy access to thousands of movies, songs and photos. The system includes a 500GB mobile hard drive and a touchscreen LCD control panel. Features include two independent video displays; touch screen and passenger video output; user-friendly software designed for passenger use; safety video priority playback with reporting and password protection from unauthorized use.



Three-point Belt Seat

Premier, a 3-point belted seat, features Safe Guard SmartFrame technology that protects both belted and unbelted passengers, providing improved safety for the entire family, from large adults to small infants. Premier is the only motorcoach seat combining lap-shoulder belts with full compartmentalization. The seat is comprised of two structures: the inner structure provides lap-shoulder belts and absorbs crash energy for belted passengers, while the outer seatback structure remains vertical to cushion anyone behind the seat who is not belted, providing full compartmentalization protection in frontal crashes.



DEPARTMENTS

Pub Perspective: Congress must address MAP-21 bus problems

Both agencies and the supply side need to engage FTA officials and members of Congress to address ... upcoming bus-related issues.



Wulkan donates $50K to APTA Foundation

New scholarship will be known as the American Public Transportation Foundation (APTF) Business Member/Janie Wulkan Memorial Scholarship, in honor of his wife who died last summer.

Transit agencies partner to prevent sexual assault

Teaming with advocacy groups to empower riders to stop sexual assault and harassment, using new campaigns and communication tools.



Tailored service take fans out to the ballpark

L.A. Metro is offering its Dodgers Stadium Express bus service for free to ticket holders, while Minneapolis’ Metro Transit brought fans to Target Field for the third year.

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