METRO Launches Public Transit & Technology Exchange Event
Formerly known as the Transit Bus Exchange (TBX), the name of the event has been updated to better reflect today's ever-evolving public transit environment, and in particular, the growing importance of technology.

PTTX is designed to connect an influential group of public transportation bus operators with a select group of product and service suppliers for an exchange of information, ideas, and solutions.
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METRO Magazine is relaunching its networking and relationship building event called Public Transit & Technology Exchange (PTTX) which will be held in Scottsdale, Ariz., Sept. 22 to 24.
Formerly known as the Transit Bus Exchange (TBX), METRO has updated the name to better reflect today's ever-evolving public transit environment, and in particular, the growing importance of technology.
What is PTTX?
PTTX is designed to connect an influential group of public transportation bus operators with a select group of product and service suppliers for an exchange of information, ideas, and solutions. Senior-level transit and paratransit employees who qualify will receive a full scholarship to attend, which includes travel and education.
“PTTX provides an opportunity to connect with like-minded professionals, fostering new relationships and knowledge exchange within the industry. This platform enables attendees to share expertise, explore ideas, expand their networks, and discover new possibilities,” said METRO Publisher George Brennan. “In a comfortable and intimate setting, participants will also gain insights into the latest technologies and solutions — all at no cost to their organization.”
For further information click here https://www.transitbusexchange.com/, or contact George Brennan or Executive Editor Alex Roman.
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