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Newsby StaffApril 8, 2013

HopStop launches real-time transit app

Providing door-to-door walking and transit directions, schedules and officially licensed transit maps and, for the first time, real-time crowd-sourced information from fellow transit riders.

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Newsby StaffApril 5, 2013

Detroit looking at bus rapid transit

Planners are seeking public input on a proposed 27-mile route that would operate along the proposed 3.4-mile Woodward Avenue light rail project.

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Newsby StaffApril 4, 2013

MBTA to extend anti-sexual assault, harassment program

Has been previously recognized for this campaign and is highlighting a renewed effort to send a clear, strong message that inappropriate behavior and illegal sexual touching will not be tolerated.

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Newsby StaffApril 4, 2013

Thermo King wins $300K training grant

Will develop and implement lean process improvement training for more than 560 employees.

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Newsby StaffApril 4, 2013

Calif.’s VTA marks BART station construction milestone

Completed the first year of work on the Silicon Valley Berryessa Extension Project.

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Newsby StaffApril 4, 2013

TriMet to pilot mobile ticketing

Riders will be able to buy fares using an iPhone or Android phone to download the free app, and purchase tickets and passes instantly.

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Newsby StaffApril 4, 2013

NJ Transit: No fare hike planned

The decision was made despite the state accruing more than $2 billion in Superstorm Sandy-related expenses and tapping out its snow removal budget.

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Newsby StaffApril 4, 2013

Estonian capital offers free public transit for all residents

The free ride program, which will cost the city some $16 million annually in lost ticket sales, has surpassed expectations, with ridership up 10%.

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Newsby StaffApril 3, 2013

Alstom consortium awarded London Crossrail contract

The joint venture will fit out the approximately 13 miles of twin tunnels that will stretch under London with the track and power equipment necessary for Crossrail trains to operate from 2018.

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Newsby StaffApril 3, 2013

Amtrak to celebrate Earth Month in D.C.

Activities at Washington Union Station will feature daily event offerings to include exhibits and activities such as an alternative energy show, a youth art contest and the NASA Earth Tent. Events are free and open to all ages.

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