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ArticlesSeptember 29, 2017

How Transit Agencies Can Stay on Track with Cyber Security

Cyber security is not a goal but a well-planned, well-executed, and never-ending journey that must include operations professionals and information professionals working together for the good of the entire transit system.

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ArticlesSeptember 29, 2017

Simple Cyber Security Steps for Your Fleet Operation

The Department of Homeland Security provides a free, well-crafted tool-kit designed to fully inform your team about myriad cyber security issues ranging from social media and using public WiFi, to scam tactics and phishing.

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Newsby StaffSeptember 28, 2017

Keolis, MBTA tap special equipment to manage 'slippery-rail season'

Commuter rail operator utilizing power washers and drones to reduce impact of slippery rail created by leaves, debris on tracks.

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ArticlesSeptember 28, 2017

Smart Cities: Critical Opportunities for Transit Agencies

Improvements in communication and information technologies are especially valuable to public transportation agencies, which are frequently charged with optimizing a complex system with competing needs.

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Newsby StaffSeptember 28, 2017

IMG partners with int'l tour group for customer service training

The ITMI training will help build brand recognition, increase driver morale and retention, and give tips for handling the challenges on the road and long-distance travel.

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Newsby StaffSeptember 28, 2017

First Transit names Varner to regional VP post

He was most recently the executive director of Rock Region METRO in Little Rock, Ark.

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Newsby StaffSeptember 28, 2017

Martinez nominated to lead FMCSA

He is currently the chairman and chief administrator of the New Jersey Motor Vehicle Commission and a member of the New Jersey State Planning Commission.

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Newsby StaffSeptember 27, 2017

WMATA report finds rail station managers unprepared for emergencies

Agency's quality control team says that inspectors found inoperative flash lights, expired first aid materials, and myriad inconsistent mechanisms for unlocking emergency lock boxes in a review of 19 stations over the summer.

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Newsby StaffSeptember 26, 2017

Report focuses on impact of public transit in vehicle-based terrorist attacks

Since January 1970, there have been 37 vehicle attacks on public surface transportation. Just under half, a total of 18, involved suicide drivers ramming vehicles packed with explosives into their targets, according to a new report.

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Newsby StaffSeptember 26, 2017

Report focuses on impact of public transit in vehicle-based terrorist attacks

Since January 1970, there have been 37 vehicle attacks on public surface transportation, according to the Mineta Transportation Institute. Just under half, a total of 18, involved suicide drivers ramming vehicles packed with explosives into their targets.

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