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By way of developing technology, it is becoming clear that the bus shelter industry is changing. From the classic standbys to brave and bold new trends, transit shelter companies are offering products that run the gamut of both traditional design and technological breakthrough.
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Not only can business leaders help shape these arguments, they can make the case with their public sector colleagues together that will resonate better and with a much broader number of members of Congress than if operators go it alone on Capitol Hill.
Read More →The 2008 APTA Expo, held in San Diego from Oct. 6 to 8, will highlight public transit's vital role in dealing with global warming and sustainable growth.
Read More →Natural gas providers design, build and maintain fueling stations and cover the capital costs up front. Fuels offered include CNG, LNG and a blend of hydrogen and CNG.
Read More →Built in accordance to state requirements for energy efficient, eco-friendly design, the Grand Avenue Bus Depot and Maintenance Facility in Queens, N.Y., includes a bus washing system, four paint-spray booths and storage space for 200 buses.
Read More →Whether the U.S. is truly in a recession is debatable, but motorcoach operators should be prepared during this time of economic uncertainty. Instituting fuel surcharges, cutting costs and boosting advertising to foster more business are some tactics to take.
Read More →Long Island Rail Road's East Side Access project, a 3.5-mile expansion, as well as New York City Transit's Second Avenue Subway, are expected to relieve severe overcrowding and cut commute times.
Read More →With a severe electrical/electronic learning gap affecting mechanics, transit agencies and local and national groups are developing training programs to keep them up to speed. Efforts are also in place to increase the workforce in preparation of losing experienced, skilled mechanics due to retirement.
Read More →Initiatives taken on by the Albany, N.Y.-based Capital District Transportation Authority include a system rebranding, biodiesel program and construction of a bus rapid transit project.
Read More →BoltBus began non-stop service from New York to Washington, D.C. in March. Tickets are as low as one dollar.
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