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Newsby StaffJanuary 6, 2015

Transdev's Westbrook to lead rail division

Will also continue to serve as Chairman of Transdev’s Transit Division, which operates over 200 bus, paratransit, and bus rapid transit contracts with city and county transit authorities, universities and airports across the U.S and in English-speaking Canada.

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Newsby StaffJanuary 6, 2015

San Francisco, Globe Sherpa team for mobile payment app

Users will be able to store a debit or credit card or use PayPal to purchase tickets anytime and anywhere. GlobeSherpa also will provide SFMTA Transit Fare Inspectors with a new enforcement application to verify mobile fares using a separate hand-held mobile device.

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ArticlesJanuary 6, 2015

2015 Innovative Operators: Blue Lakes Charters and Tours

Unmatched customer service, family-owned Clio, Mich. business drives success.

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ArticlesJanuary 5, 2015

Innovative Motorcoach Operator of the Year: DC Trails

William and Liliana Torres were presented the award on Tuesday at the ABA's Marketplace in St. Louis.

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ArticlesJanuary 5, 2015

Upholstery-Free Seating Options Pave the Way In Transit

Features transit agencies should be focusing on when shopping for seats include comfort and style, ease of use and maintenance, as well as ergonomic design.

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ArticlesJanuary 5, 2015

D.C. Chief Caps Transit Legacy with Strengthened System Safety

In addition to building a new safety culture, GM/CEO Richard Sarles spearheaded the replacement of buses, paratransit vehicles and the acquisition of new 7000 series railcars, as well as the development of the agency’s new strategic plan.

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ArticlesCover StoryJanuary 5, 2015

Fleets Growing, Business Strong for Motorcoach Top 50

With an increase of 2,052 vehicles compared with 2013, 79% and 63% of respondents plan on adding new or used vehicles, respectively, in the coming year. Meanwhile, business is up at 81% of the operations surveyed, a significant increase from last year’s reported 62%.

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Newsby StaffDecember 30, 2014

Boston celebrates big year in transportation

New additions in 2014 included the introduction of several rideshare programs, such as Uber, as well as the car share-taxi hybrid Flywheel and Bridj — an Uber-like commuter bus service.

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Newsby StaffDecember 30, 2014

Beijing commuters see public transit fares double overnight

The new fares for public transport in Beijing include a three yuan minimum price for a subway ride, which covers approximately 4 miles. This is raised from the previous flat-fare of two yuan that included unlimited transfers and no mileage limitations.

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Photo Galleriesby StaffDecember 29, 2014

Photos: 2015 Top 50 Motorcoach Fleet

A look at some of the motorcoach operators who made our annual Top 50 Motorcoach list.

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