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Managementby Metro staffNovember 1, 2002

Security AlertWMATA CEO Strives to Minimize Vulnerability of D.C. Transit System

With the nation's capital at his feet, CEO Richard A. White says the Washington Area Metropolitan Transit Authority has developed some cutting-edge strategies for disaster prevention, emergency response and asset protection.

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Railby Thomas McMahonNovember 1, 2002

Light Rail Breathes Life Back Into Suburbs

Transit-oriented developments, specifically those involving light rail, can serve as a catalyst for reviving dead areas in American suburbs. Here's a look at how two have re-created their downtowns and revitalized their communities.

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Managementby Leslie Davis, Steve Hirano and Janna StarcicNovember 1, 2002

APTA Strikes it Rich in Las Vegas

EXPO draws in record attendance and showcases the latest technology. Reauthorization and security are common themes at meeting.

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Managementby Janna Starcic, Assistant EditorNovember 1, 2002

How to Get the Best Motorcoach Coverage in a Tough Insurance Market

Multi-million dollar claims, a crumbling stock market, insurance fraud and the effects of September 11 have elevated insurance premiums significantly. Find out how motorcoach operators can minimize risk and meet these new demands. Part 2 of 2.

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Managementby By Steve Hirano, EditorAugust 1, 2002

MBTA calms teens with Gershwin's rhapsody

Soothing music has helped curtail violence at suburban station.

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Managementby Frank Di Giacomo, PublisherAugust 1, 2002

APTA's Vegas meeting was a showstopper

In addition to its sheer size, the 2002 APTA EXPO was astonishing in its display of innovation in buses, railcars and nearly every other transit-related product and service.

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Managementby Michael R. BaltesAugust 1, 2002

BRT — mode du jour or long-term solution?

The concept of bus rapid transit has emerged as a viable means of improving mobility.

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Managementby Steve Hirano, Editor/Associate PublisherAugust 1, 2002

Forcing a square peg into a round hole

Read why the motorcoach industry is not happy with the state of Illinois.

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Managementby StaffAugust 1, 2002

Koreas begin rail, road reconnection

North and South Korea finalized plans to reconnect rails and roads that link their shared border.

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Managementby StaffAugust 1, 2002

Europe transport conference showcases innovation, privatization successes

Transportation professionals at the European Transport Conference in Cambridge, England, in September heard about innovation and studies aimed at increasing the modal share of public transit.

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