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Newsby StaffJuly 24, 2024

NTSB Raises Concerns on Proposed Marijuana Changes

The board is concerned that the proposed move would prohibit continued federally required testing of safety-sensitive transportation employees for marijuana use because laboratories certified by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services for such testing are not authorized to test for Schedule III controlled substances.

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Newsby StaffJuly 22, 2024

American Bus Association Names New President/CEO

Fred Ferguson brings over 15 years of extensive experience in public policy, strategic communications, and leadership within the government, non-profit, and private sectors.

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Newsby StaffJuly 9, 2024

Keolis to Acquire Key Business Lines of Pacific Western Transportation

When completed, the acquisition will double Keolis’ presence in the country, adding approximately 550 total operated vehicles across 23 municipalities, 1,100 employees, and annual revenues of approximately $84 million in 2023.

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Newsby StaffJune 21, 2024

Minnesota's Northfield Lines Joins IMG Network

Northfield Lines was purchased in 2023, by Bryce Barry.

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Newsby StaffJune 18, 2024

Connecticut to Celebrate 'DATTCO Day'

Founded in 1924 as a local transit and charter bus service operator, DATTCO has evolved into a comprehensive transportation provider, offering vehicle sales and service, fleet management, and unparalleled charter services and tours nationwide.

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Newsby Staff and News ReportsJune 12, 2024

Coach USA Files Chapter 11, Plans to Sell Assets

The company made the voluntary decision so it could facilitate the sale processes to preserve jobs, ensure continued service, and maximize the value of its businesses, according to the company’s press release.

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Newsby News/Media ReleaseJune 12, 2024

American Bus Association Urges Fair Competition For DNC Bus Services

In a letter addressed to U.S. Secretary of Transportation Pete Buttigieg, Peter Pantuso, president and CEO of the ABA, expressed deep concern over efforts to impede private bus operators' fair participation in providing public transportation services for national events, as mandated by federal law.

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Newsby Staff and News ReportsJune 11, 2024

VDL Completes Van Hool Acquisition, Strikes Agreement with ABC

The family-owned industrial company headquartered in Eindhoven in The Netherlands is acquiring parts of the bankrupt Van Hool in Belgium, including its production facility in North Macedonia.

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Newsby Staff and News ReportsJune 4, 2024

FMCSA Awards $480M in Motor Carrier Safety Funding

Funding through the Motor Carrier Safety Assistance Program supports safety inspections of large buses, investigations of motor carriers in response to safety concerns, and audits of bus companies to reinforce responsible operation and ensure the safe movement of goods and passengers.

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Newsby News/Media ReleaseJune 4, 2024

ABC Announces Leadership Promotions

The announcements include the transitioning of Chuck Carns from CFO and member of the ABC’s board to an advisory role as he prepares for retirement.

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