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Managementby StaffApril 1, 2005

Translink's new security approach includes armed officers

The Greater Vancouver Transportation Authority has revamped its effortst to fighting crime in its transit system.

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Managementby Aaron GlazerMarch 1, 2005

BART Police add BlackBerrys to arsenal

Police officers for Bay Area Rapid Transit in the San Francisco area are beginning to carry BlackBerry 7520s for quick access to critical information.

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Managementby Lane RobertsMarch 1, 2005

Transit Fabrics: Limited Only By Your Imagination

Treatments, maintenance, lifecycle and appearance options for vehicle fabric and upholstery are all customizable. How to choose among the wide range of suppliers and product types.

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Managementby Leslie DavisMarch 1, 2005

Healthcare Squeeze Is Key Transit Labor Concern

Negotiations between unions and transit agencies aren't what they used to be. Instead of demanding higher wages, most employees are bargaining to keep their first-rate healthcare benefits intact, without having to assume more of the mounting costs.

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Managementby Jon LeSageMarch 1, 2005

Wi-Fi Blazing Trail for Onboard Convenience

Wi-Fi, or wireless Internet access, is still in its early stages but is expected to grow substantially in North American and European rail systems in the near future. Trial runs are being completed with high satisfaction ratings from passengers and rail operators. Other onboard technologies are coming online.

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Managementby Steve Hirano, EditorMarch 1, 2005

Crash sparks push-pull controversy

Rail operators take a closer look at safety concerns with push-pull trains after January's commuter crash in Glendale, Calif.

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Managementby StaffMarch 1, 2005

Partnership donates buses for tsunami relief

A British bus industry-led project will provide more than 100 vehicles to communities affected by the December tsunami.

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Managementby StaffMarch 1, 2005

Optare selects thermoplastic bumpers

U.K.-based Optare chose a thermoplastic alloy called Kydex for the bumpers on its new Alero bus.

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Managementby StaffMarch 1, 2005

TransITech examines technology trends

At a session on emerging technology, Maureen Bertocci, chief technology officer for the Port Authority of Allegheny County (PAAC) in Pittsburgh, compared the future of smart cards to a Starbucks' coffee card.

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Managementby Frank Di Giacomo, PublisherMarch 1, 2005

A greater commitment to standards

Embracing the importance of developing standards in the industry is critical to progress.

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