Articles

APTA ‘Webinar’ gives pointers on cutting rising health care costs

Increasing again at 1980s-style rates, health care costs are backing many public transport agencies into a Hobson’s choice between cutting coverage and risking labor-management conflict or cutting service to cope with exploding operating budgets.

Colorado Railcar embarks on nationwide tour

Promoting the first diesel multiple unit (DMU) approved by the Federal Railroad Administration for mixed freight service in the U.S., Colorado Railcar is taking its vehicle on a tour of America.

MCI seeks multiple benefits from Winnipeg plant upgrade

The renovations afforded by the investment allow the coach manufacturer, headquartered in suburban Chicago, to consolidate the production of its E and J coach models. It also enables the company to manufacture its G coach in Winnipeg for the first time.

Transit agency avoids tripping over school service

Under FTA rules, transit agencies cannot engage in bus operations that are exclusively for the transportation of students and thereby compete with school bus contractors.

Layoffs, service cuts plague transit agencies

Several transit agencies throughout the country are facing budget shortfalls, forcing them to reduce costs through various means.

A new spin on defensive driving

Now that pilots can pack handguns, should transit bus and motorcoach drivers be given the means to defend themselves in the event of a physical attack by an irate passenger, road-raged motorist or, although unlikely, terrorist?

BART’s virtual university meets real needs of employees

Online training has helped to prepare BART’s employees in subject areas as diverse as terrorism and general yard operations.

Vansco Electronics Ltd.

Trillium USA

Ricon Corp.