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Security and Safety

Newsby StaffDecember 11, 2024

TriMet Taps STV to Enhance Security, Transit Mobility in Portland  

In partnership with TriMet, STV is creating a concept of operations, a dynamic framework for how the security center functions within TriMet’s entire system.

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Newsby Staff and News ReportsDecember 6, 2024

California's SamTrans Adding Driver Barriers, Same-Day Paratransit Service

Many of the buses are used along SamTrans’ busiest route, the ECR, which runs along El Camino Real between Daly City and Palo Alto.

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Newsby StaffDecember 6, 2024

Stadler to Modernize Atlanta's Signaling Tech

The replacement of the current system will improve train control, which in turn increases rail safety and on-time performance.

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Newsby StaffDecember 2, 2024

Canadian Transit Association Introduces 'The Transit Code'

Adapted in collaboration with Halifax Transit from their award-winning initiative, The Transit Code creates a unified standard for fostering a respectful and inclusive environment for transit riders and workers.

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Newsby StaffNovember 25, 2024

Transport for London Piloting CCTV at Bus Shelters

The trial is designed to improve passenger safety, especially for women and girls, and ensure they can travel with confidence 24 hours a day.

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Newsby StaffNovember 21, 2024

Amtrak, NJ TRANSIT Highlight Recent Infrastructure, Reliability Improvements

After issuing a report in August, which included details of joint efforts and progress to date, Amtrak and NJ TRANSIT released a new progress report today and discussed the recently-awarded grants for nearly $300 million in federal funding to modernize critical rail infrastructure in New Jersey.

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Newsby StaffNovember 20, 2024

Fatigue, Disregard for Safety Regulations Lead to Fatal N.Y. Bus, Truck Collision

As a result of the crash, six bus occupants died and two were seriously injured. Another six, including the bus driver, sustained minor injuries. The driver of the box truck was also seriously injured.

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Newsby News/Media ReleaseNovember 15, 2024

Operation Lifesaver Awards Safety Grant to Hampton Roads Transit

OLI’s new transit safety pledge campaign targets rail safety education for kids, teens, and adults. The grant was awarded to Hampton Roads Transit.

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Newsby News/Media ReleaseNovember 14, 2024

SCAG receives $2.28 million in grants for traffic safety programs

SCAG’s Go Human program aims to raise awareness of traffic safety issues, making the roads safer for pedestrians and bikers.

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Newsby StaffNovember 14, 2024

San Diego Looks to Combat 'Wildcatting' Amid Public Safety Concerns

Wildcatters are unregulated and unpermitted ridesharing services who can be aggressive with their tactics to secure rides. Oftentimes, wildcatters harass taxicab drivers, vandalize public property, and do not undergo safety screenings.

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