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Management•by Staff•March 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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Management•by Staff•March 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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Management•by Frank Di Giacomo, Publisher•March 1, 2005

A greater commitment to standards

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

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Management•by Staff•March 1, 2005

'PERFECT STORM' Hits Charter Operators, Says Krapf

Dale Krapf, president of Krapf Bus Companies, says the economic downturn and hikes in fuel and insurance costs have pressured the bottom line. Changing course, by targeting new demographics, will be critical to future success, he says.

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Management•by Staff•March 1, 2005

UMA Expo: Industry Recovering

First-time exhibitors made up about 30% of the total at the United Motorcoach Association's 2005 Expo, held in Las Vegas in late February. Tampa, Fla. will host next year's event.

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Management•by Janna Starcic, Senior Editor•March 1, 2005

Beyond Sightseeing: Today's Tours Offer Unique Experiences

Whether it's tasting freshly roasted Hawaiian coffee, getting a behind-the-scenes look at an opera house or painting picnic tables at Yellowstone National Park, tour operators are offering more creative options to accommodate clients looking for enhanced experiences.

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Rail•by Steve Hirano, Editor/Associate Publisher•March 1, 2005

Don't touch that dial!

New media in railcars -- a good or bad idea?

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Management•by Staff•March 1, 2005

Sun Tran finds a 'safe place' for kids

Sun Tran in Tucson, Ariz., has initiated Project Safe PLce, which gives troubled youths a place to go for help.

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Management•by Staff•March 1, 2005

Paratransit service wins acclaim

Coyote Run in Oro Valley, Ariz., is growing rapidly with its mission to transport senior citizens and persons with disabilities.

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Management•by Staff•March 1, 2005

AC Transit rides high on RAPID BUS

Van Hool coaches purchased through ABC Companies have provided AC Transit customers with BRT features.

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