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LA Metro September Ridership Climbs 3.9%, Led by Rail Growth

The agency recorded more than 27.2 million boardings, with rail ridership increasing 12.4% year over year and the D Line posting the largest gains.

An overhead view of APTA EXPO's show floor.

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Scenes from APTA TRANSform & EXPO 2026

METRO Magazine graphic featuring an aerial view of MetroLink extension construction, with the headline “MetroLink Expansion Completed With $192M Airport Project.”

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First Full MetroLink Rail Expansion Completed in 20 Years with $192M Airport Project

Taking the Guesswork Out of Fleet Replacement

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Utilimarc Launches SmartReplace to Optimize Fleet Replacement Decisions

News•by Staff•May 23, 2025

New York Commuter Railroads Set Post-Pandemic Single Day Ridership Record

Together, the railroads combined to carry a single-day record of 540,688 riders.

Articles•by Alex Roman•May 22, 2025

Consultant Q&A: WSP's Schwarz Talks Project Delivery, Tech, and More

METRO recently spoke to Angela Schwarz about the top operational challenges facing public transit agencies today, how firms like WSP are helping to address them, the ongoing pressure to reduce costs per passenger, bus automation, and more.

News•by Staff•May 20, 2025

Boston's MBTA Greenlights 5-Year, $9.8B Investment in Transit Infrastructure

The latest CIP reflects the state’s commitment to transformative transportation investments and outlines the MBTA’s strategic vision for a modern transit network that can support the needs of current riders while preparing for future growth.

Videos•by Alex Roman•May 19, 2025

Inside MBTA’s Award-Winning Podcast Spilling the T with Host Andrew Cassidy

METRO’s Executive Editor Alex Roman had a chance to talk to MBTA’s Sr. Director, Digital Strategy & Engagement, and Host of Spilling the T, Andrew Cassidy about the podcast’s recent APTA AdWheel Award, the logistics of getting the podcast off the ground, and much more.