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Newsby StaffSeptember 23, 2014

UMA announces Safety Management Seminar schedule

The seminar features "how to" applications of risk management to educate participants on eliminating as much risk as possible. This event is for anyone who manages risk associated with motorcoach fleet operations and is limited to the first 130 registrants.

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Newsby StaffSeptember 19, 2014

Honolulu building rail system of the future

Instead of human drivers, a centrally-located computer system will control stops, departures, and speed, and even open and close doors. HART officials expect operations to be cheaper and safer.

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Newsby StaffMay 29, 2014

Fla. LYNX names new GM

In her new position, Susan Black will lead the agency’s administrative division, including engineering, human resources, information technology, marketing, planning and development, and safety/risk, departments.

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Newsby StaffMay 8, 2014

South Carolina transit honored for service, improvement

The South Carolina Department of Transportation recognized Palmetto Breeze as Human Services Transit Provider of the Year and Most Improved Transit System.

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Newsby StaffApril 7, 2014

UMass replaces shuttle provider due to fed safety violations

Decision comes following Crystal Transport Inc.'s operating authority was revoked by the FMCSA for safety violations.

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Newsby StaffApril 2, 2014

UMA announces 'Capitol Hill Days' dates

The event gathers owners and senior management from bus and motorcoach companies to meet with their Congressional elected officials to discuss the industry's most pressing legislative issues.

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ArticlesMarch 27, 2014

UMA Expo 2014: Partnerships, Upgraded Vehicles Make Impact

With a focus of building on the co-located show with the NTA, understanding and growing new business relationships across the whole travel and tour industry is a key theme. Meanwhile, new vehicle models, including some new to the private bus market, make their debut.

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Newsby StaffFebruary 21, 2014

Prevost, UMA form Prevost Prep

Program is designed specifically for drivers to meet the driver training needs of the motorcoach industry. Company also announces partnership with Hire Heroes USA.

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Photo Galleriesby StaffFebruary 21, 2014

UMA Expo at Travel Exchange 2014

A look at UMA's Expo in Los Angeles.

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Transit Dispatchesby Heather RedfernFebruary 21, 2014

SEPTA steps up to fight human trafficking

Transit can play a role in helping to stop human trafficking, considering the number of people using it 24 hours a day. SEPTA Police Chief Thomas Nestel was recently joined by representatives from local social service agencies and a former human trafficking victim to discuss signs of the crime, law enforcement efforts and how the public can help.

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