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Newsby StaffOctober 13, 2010

Toronto Transit added to Google trip planner

The TTC also announced that real-time data for next streetcar arrival information is available, free, to anyone wishing to make use of the data for custom applications. Real-time data for all bus routes will be available in 2011.

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Newsby StaffOctober 12, 2010

DATTCO purchases Thermo King NE dealerships

Thermo King, which makes refrigerated trucks, trailers, railcars and freight boxes, had been operating two New England dealerships — in Boston and Hartford — which have now been combined into Thermo King Northeast under DATTCO's management.

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Newsby StaffMarch 26, 2010

Toronto considers barriers to prevent suicides

The TTC reported 18 suicide attempts, 77 unauthorized entry into tracks and 14 accidental falls this year on its system.

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Newsby StaffJanuary 29, 2010

TTC to enhance customer service

Improvements include the formation of an advisory panel, adding a trip planner and Metropass vending machines, and SMS capability at all streetcar stops.

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Newsby StaffOctober 20, 2009

INIT to install products on TTC paratransit vehicles

The contract includes mobile data terminals and backup cameras on 110 new paratransit vehicles.

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Newsby StaffSeptember 11, 2009

DATTCO purchases 11 new Van Hools

All of the new buses are seat belt-equipped and include automatic fire suppression and tire pressure monitoring. Buses also feature complimentary Wi-Fi and power outlets for mobile computing or battery chargers.

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Newsby StaffJuly 20, 2009

ABC delivers Van Hools to Conn., Ark.

Dattco Inc, of New Britain, Conn., ordered three C2045 charter coaches, two TD925 double deck coaches, three T2145 “Tour” class coaches and two T2145 “Dattco Experience” coaches. Little Rock Tours purchased a new Van Hool C2045.

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Newsby StaffJuly 1, 2009

Bombardier to supply TTC streetcars

Contract represents the largest single order ever for light rail vehicles worldwide. Final assembly of the new vehicles will take place at production facilities in Thunder Bay, Ontario.

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Newsby StaffJune 3, 2009

TTC debuts passes with security features

Starting in July, all passes sold by the TTC and its authorized agents will carry a custom-designed hologram that is unique to the TTC.

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Newsby StaffMay 12, 2009

Toronto mayor recognizes TTC for youth program

In support of Mayor David Miller’s Community Safety Plan, the TTC human resources department developed an outreach and recruitment plan whereby job opportunities were specifically allocated for youth in the priority neighborhoods.

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