Articles

TransitAmerica combines Herzog, Stagecoach's expertise

Herzog Transit Services Inc. and Stagecoach Group joined forces to create a new company, TransitAmerica LLC.

NABI's CompoBus to support Phoenix's BRT initiative

At the 2002 International Public Transportation EXPO in Las Vegas, North American Bus Industries unveiled a 45-foot CompoBus that will be the linchpin of the Phoenix Public Transit Department's bus rapid transit (BRT) program.

DaimlerChrysler optimistic about 2002 sales

Less than one year after consolidating its North American commercial brands into one corporate structure, DaimlerChrysler Commercial Buses North America reports that it's on the way to a 50% increase in sales in 2002 compared to 2001.

APTA recognizes transit's top performers

METRO Publisher Frank Di Giacomo was among the outstanding individuals and organizations recognized at the American Public Transportation Association's (APTA) Awards Breakfast at the 2002 meeting in Las Vegas.

APTA's new chair faces reauthorization

Celia Kupersmith, general manager of the Golden Gate Bridge, Highway and Transportation District in San Francisco, was elected chair of the American Public Transportation Association.

Amtrak Acela trains available for service, repairs continue

Eighty percent of Amtrak's Acela Express trains are available for service following completed repairs of trainsets.

Thomas Dennis — DaimlerChrysler

The R.C.A. Rubber Co.

Radio Engineering Industries Inc.

North American Bus Industries Inc.