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Management•by Staff•May 1, 2004

Connex expands global network with rail operations Down Under

Connex's Australian transport network, which includes the Sydney Monorail, expanded with a contract to operate the Melbourne Commuter Rail Network.

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Management•by Jaclyn Roco•May 1, 2004

Maryland Transit upgrades ability to track training and certification

Employees at the Maryland Transit Administration can aceess training records, register for classes and take tests using a new learning management system.

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Management•by Staff•May 1, 2004

FTA nears completion of BRT document

Q&A with FTA's Barbara Sisson

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Rail•by Staff•April 1, 2004

What Goes on Inside a Rail Control Center?

An interview with a rail center assistant manager.

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Management•by Frank Di Giacomo, publisher•April 1, 2004

Final act of TEA 21 Sequel

Reauthorization of TEA 21 enters the most crucial and probably final stage.

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Management•by Caroline Casey•April 1, 2004

Advances Seen in Wheelchair Lifts, Ramps and Tiedowns

Improvements in ease of use, safety and training are helping transit agencies meet the needs of mobility-impaired passengers.

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Management•by Staff•April 1, 2004

NABI Head Balances Production Challenges, Looks to Future of New Vehicle Markets

Patrick Rona, CEO of North American Bus Industries, reflects on Buy America waivers, manufacturing strategies, CompoBus durability and bus rapid transit, among other things.

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Management•by Rob Jolles•April 1, 2004

Selling Against Price? Learn to Create Urgency

Motorcoach operators often have to compete against other operators offering the same services at a lower price. Using a clear-cut sales process, learn to engage customers in conversations that allow them to decide based on total value and not just the bottom line.

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Management•by Steve Hirano, Editor•April 1, 2004

U.S. High-Speed Prospects Hit Rough Terrain

Constricted by funding problems and local politics, high-speed rail projects across the United States face uncertain futures. Federal funding is key to success, proponents say.

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Management•by Cliff Henke and Brianne Plowman•April 1, 2004

Why BRT is Pushing the Envelope of Rapid Growth

Bus rapid transit appeals to cities looking for a cost-effective method of reducing congestion, mitigating environmental concerns and providing new mobility options. Today, more than 50 cities are looking at it — and the list grows monthly.

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