METRO Magazine Logo
MenuMENU
SearchSEARCH

Security and Safety

News•June 14, 2017

Profile: Jeff Meilbeck, GM/CEO, Northern Arizona Intergovernmental Public Transportation Authority

When Jeff Meilbeck was 17, he left Chicago to study Outdoor Recreation at Southern Illinois University — the farthest he could get away from the city while still paying in-state tuition. He wanted to be an outward bound instructor...

Read More →
News•by Staff•June 14, 2017

Urban Solar lands on UL approval list

The approval list covers all transit-related lighting, such as solar LEDs for pathways, roadways, parking lots, and general lighting.

Read More →
News•by Staff•June 14, 2017

Alstom lands contract to refurbish Swedish trains

Exterior maintenance will involve rust repair and painting, while interior work includes mounting new walls, ceiling, floor, and chairs, as well as stripping each vehicle.

Read More →
Ad Loading...
News•by Staff•June 13, 2017

Minnesota DOT to test use of autonomous bus in cold weather climate

Testing will start with warm and cold weather testing at MnROAD, MnDOT’s test track facility near Albertville, Minn. MnROAD is used by researchers from around the world to test road building materials and designs.

Read More →
News•by Staff•June 13, 2017

RATP Dev recruits new VP, Security & Safety

Mike Anderson will lead RATP Dev North America's bus and rail security and safety projects and will work hand-in-hand with all company clients.

Read More →
News•by Staff•June 12, 2017

APTA announces annual rail safety award winners

The Rail Safety & Security Excellent Awards recognizes exceptional safety and security programs for rail systems in North America.

Read More →
Ad Loading...
Articles•June 12, 2017

San Diego MTS adopts LiDAR technology to enhance track assessment

It’s similar to Google’s Street View system, which offers users panoramic views from on-the-ground positions along many streets and neighborhoods in the world.

Read More →
News•by Staff•June 12, 2017

Transit leaders react to proposed transit cuts in Administration's budget

APTA and the transit industry is calling on the Trump Administration and Congress to reject these cuts and reaffirm its support for these programs as part of the FY18 budget process

Read More →
News•by Staff•June 12, 2017

Man arrested after suspicious backpack scare at Portland rail station

Police said the backpack contained no explosives, however, items were protruding from the backpack to make it look dangerous.

Read More →
Ad Loading...
News•by Staff•June 12, 2017

NY Governor orders acceleration of bridge, tunnel construction

The aggressive schedule ensures major construction projects will be completed by July 8 to reduce vehicular congestion during Amtrak's extended period of widespread reduced service.

Read More →