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METRO Movers and Shakers
Profiles of influential people in the public transportation industry on both the public and private sides, from small businesses to large municipal agencies.
by METRO Staff
September 21, 20111 min to read
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Boston's MBTA Completes Latest Green Line Work
The work took place during 12 consecutive days of shuttle bus service replacement between Kenmore and Cleveland Circle.
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Washington's Community Transit Celebrates 50-Year Milestone
The milestone highlights both the agency’s history and its evolving role in meeting the region’s growing mobility needs.
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Bus Tech Talk: Part 2 with AC Transit's Cecil Blandon
In Part 2 of a two-part conversation, AC Transit’s director of maintenance joins co-hosts Alex Roman and Mark Hollenbeck to discuss his maintenance team’s work with various types of vehicle, training, augmented reality, and more.
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Connectpoint Expands Digital Signage Strategy with LED Push
Connectpoint is enhancing its digital signage strategy by integrating LED technology into its services.
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Sponsored•May 1, 2026
ADA Compliant Transit: Easier, More Dignified Travel for Every Passenger
Today’s riders—and the communities you serve—expect more from public transit. While ADA compliance is required, leading transit agencies know that true accessibility also means delivering dignity, efficiency, and a better rider experience. This whitepaper reveals why forward thinking agencies nationwide choose the Low Floor Frontrunner as their first choice for ADA compliant vehicles—setting a new standard with passenger first design, faster boarding, improved safety, and unmatched operational performance.
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Inside AMF Bruns of America’s New Ohio Production Hub [Photos]
Step inside AMF Bruns of America’s 41,000-square-foot facility in Stow, Ohio, where expanded manufacturing capacity, modernized operations, and a focus on next-generation mobility solutions are shaping the company’s growth in accessible transportation.
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AMF Bruns Opens New Ohio Headquarters, Expands U.S. Manufacturing Footprint
With expanded production space, local investment, and a growing workforce, AMF Bruns is scaling its U.S. presence. Here’s an exclusive look inside the new Stow, Ohio, HQ.
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Philadelphia's SEPTA Celebrates New Ardmore Station
The station was rebuilt as part of SEPTA’s Station Accessibility Program, making it fully ADA accessible with new elevators, ramps, and high-level platforms.
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DART's President/CEO Announces Departure from Agency
Nadine S. Lee, who has served as president/CEO since July 2021, said the decision comes after careful reflection on the agency’s progress and its path forward.
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Sponsored•March 16, 2026
True Cost Factors for Paratransit Fleets
What truly drives the cost of a paratransit fleet? Beyond the purchase price, seven operational factors quietly determine maintenance frequency, downtime, and long-term service reliability. This whitepaper explores how these factors shape lifecycle cost and what agencies should evaluate when selecting paratransit vehicles.
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