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Newsby StaffSeptember 7, 2017

New Flyer investing $25M in Anniston, Ala. production facility

The investment will add fabrication equipment that enhances component manufacturing, streamlines the weld process, expands the operational footprint, and adds capacity and an innovation center for zero-emission bus production.

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Newsby StaffSeptember 7, 2017

Cubic, TfL launch mobile ticketing app for Oyster smart card customers

The mobile app will allow Oyster card customers to manage their travel fares and payments, top up their cards, and view their journey history on the go via Android or Apple iOS devices.

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Newsby StaffSeptember 7, 2017

CCW completes Mobile STEM Classroom for the state of Utah

The customization of the bus included new flooring, countertops, a technology-themed interior design, an animated robot exterior decal design, TVs, 3-D printers, and a station for laptops.

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Newsby StaffSeptember 6, 2017

EAO offers globally recognized HMI components, systems for rail

Intuitive operation with interface controls allow operators to work effectively and efficiently, and help ensure a safe and comfortable journey for passengers.

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Newsby StaffSeptember 6, 2017

Sound Transit, Uber partner to encourage public transit usage

Beginning on Tuesday, Uber riders traveling to or from eight light rail stations south of downtown Seattle who enter the promo code in their app will now receive $3.50 off their UberX or UberPOOL trip.

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Newsby StaffSeptember 6, 2017

DCTA launching new Transit Tracker system

The real-time information in DCTA’s Transit Tracker system is powered by Swiftly who generates schedule data in General Transit Feed Specification R package format and real-time automatic vehicle location data (GPS trackers installed on agency vehicles).

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Newsby StaffSeptember 5, 2017

MARTA GM/CEO Parker announces departure

Keith Parker is set to helm a non-profit organization. The agency's Board will vote to approve an interim GM in an upcoming session and will launch a national search for a permanent chief executive.

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Newsby StaffSeptember 5, 2017

Amtrak to equip 310 locomotives with PTC

The equipment will be installed on Amtrak-owned diesel locomotives that primarily operate on national Amtrak network and state-sponsored routes in the east and midwest.

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Newsby StaffSeptember 1, 2017

AVTA begins circulation of first 60-foot electric bus

The zero-emission bus can carry up to 70 passengers and will use the agency's WAVE wireless charging system.

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Newsby StaffSeptember 1, 2017

NTSB: Equip all rail transit vehicles with inward- and outward-facing cameras

The recorders must be easily accessible to review, with appropriate limitations on public release, for accident investigation and as a tool to improve operational safety.

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