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Belfast to get rapid transit system by 2009

Rather than a true bus or rail system, Belfast’s transportation would be more along the lines of bus rapid transit (BRT).

Public transportation more efficient than private, says UITP

Public transportation consumes 3.7 times less energy per passenger than private modes of transportation.

King, Kujawa join METRO’s advisory board

Halsey King, president of Halsey King & Associates, and Tom Kujawa, general manager of the Milwaukee County Transit System (MCTS), have been named to METRO’s Editorial Advisory Board.

The motorcoach industry has potential to increase ridership, says ABA report

In its State of the Industry report, the ABA said there will be some incremental growth in 2003 as people begin to increase travel frequency.

FY 2004 DOT budget requests $54.3 billion, a 6% hike over 2003

A total of $14.4 billion targets transportation safety, a top priority for the DOT.

Employee, customer loyalty key topics at UMA Expo

Operators can ensure good customer service by developing happy, loyal employees.

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