From strategic partnerships to acquisitions and service expansions, the industry continues to evolve at a rapid pace. 

In this edition of Biz Briefs, we highlight the latest developments shaping the future of mobility — from manufacturers and technology providers to transit agencies and motorcoach service operators. Stay informed with these quick takes on the projects and companies driving progress across the transportation landscape.

In METRO's latest installment, we take a look at the latest news from suppliers including CCW, Glydways, and more.

Scheidt & Bachmann to Modernize Pittsburgh Regional Transit Fareboxes

Scheidt & Bachmann USA Inc. was selected by Pittsburgh Regional Transit (PRT) as the vendor for its next-generation bus farebox solution following a competitive procurement process.

The selection supports PRT’s efforts to modernize fare collection infrastructure while maintaining reliable, secure, and accessible service for riders across the region. The solution includes deploying new farebox hardware and supporting software to integrate with PRT’s existing fare collection environment.

Implementation timing and deployment details will be coordinated with PRT in accordance with agency plans and governance processes.

RTC of Southern Nevada to Add 50 New Flyer CNG Buses

New Flyer of America Inc. confirmed that the Regional Transportation Commission of Southern Nevada (RTC) in Las Vegas is exercising options for 19 60-foot and 31 40-foot Xcelsior compressed natural gas (CNG) buses.

Valued at approximately $56 million, the options are part of two five-year contracts with RTC, supported by local and Federal Transit Administration funds, and meet Buy America requirements supporting manufacturing jobs in the US.

The low-emission buses in this order will replace end-of-life vehicles, ensuring efficient, safe, clean, and sustainable transit for the region's 64 million annual riders.

Glydways Begins South Metro Atlanta Transit Build

Glydways announced a historic milestone in global mobility, officially breaking ground on its first publicly accessible system in South Metro Atlanta.

Revealed during the South Metro Development Outlook Conference (SMDO26) in collaboration with ATL Airport Community Improvement Districts (AACIDs), the Demonstration Pilot marks the first time a fully autonomous, on-demand transit system from Glydways will operate as public transportation anywhere in the world.

Cities across the globe face a common challenge: rising congestion, growing populations, climate commitments, and transportation systems that are too costly to expand and slow to deliver. Glydways introduces a new form of public transit designed to address these pressures head-on — delivering fully autonomous electric vehicles that provide high-capacity, on- demand service 24/7, using dedicated guideways that can be deployed faster and more cost-effectively than traditional transit modes, while adding net-new capacity to complement existing networks, said company officials.

The South Metro Atlanta pilot, jointly developed by Glydways and ACS Infra, will initially connect the ATL SkyTrain at the Georgia International Convention Center to the Gateway Center Arena along a dedicated 0.5-mile guideway.

Scheduled to open to the public in December 2026, the system will provide free, on-demand service and serve as a real-world demonstration of Glydways’ ability to operate reliably, scale efficiently, and integrate seamlessly into multimodal transit ecosystems.

CCW Lands North Dakota Refurbishment Contract

North Dakota’s Minot City Transit has selected Complete Coach Works (CCW) to refurbish and deliver a 30-foot Gillig Low Floor diesel transit bus, supporting the agency’s ongoing fleet replacement efforts.

Refurbishment allows Minot City Transit to extend vehicle life while delivering greater cost and schedule advantages than new bus procurement, according to CCW.

All refurbishment work will be completed at CCW’s headquarters in Riverside, California, with final delivery to Minot, North Dakota. The project includes comprehensive mechanical, electrical, and interior upgrades designed to support Minot’s operating environment and cold-weather conditions.

Major Scope Highlights Include:

• Replacement of the existing engine with a Cummins ReCon diesel engine.
• Replacement of the existing transmission with a rebuilt Allison transmission.
• Refurbishment and replacement of the radiator, charge air cooler (CAC), surge tank, air intake, and exhaust components.
• Installation of new Altro commercial-grade flooring, reupholstered passenger seating, a new ergonomic driver’s seat, refurbished stanchions, and refreshed interior panels.

The refurbishment will be completed using CCW’s proven transit processes, ensuring DOT compliance, OEM standards, and durability suited for cold-weather and high-demand operating environments.