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Newsby StaffAugust 8, 2018

FRA issues $1.26M for rail capital projects

Factors considered included supporting economic vitality; leveraging federal funding; and using innovative ways to improve safety.

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Newsby StaffJuly 12, 2018

New Flyer names new director, sales & business development

Stephanie Laubenstein will develop innovative technical and commercial solutions to meet the needs and demands of a rapidly changing public transit industry.

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Newsby StaffJune 13, 2018

APTA names winners of 2018 rail safety, security 'excellence' awards

The awards recognize public transportation organizations for their innovative and proactive safety and security programs.

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Newsby StaffMay 25, 2018

Voith introduces a new electric-drive system for buses

The innovative and reliable drive offers impressive features such as intelligent energy management that maximizes efficiency.

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Newsby StaffMay 14, 2018

Last chance to apply for METRO's 2018 Innovative Solutions Awards

Applications can be submitted either by the operation or the solutions provider and will be judged by our BusCon Advisory Board, with winners recognized at BusCon’s Award Breakfast on Wednesday, Oct. 3.

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Newsby StaffApril 9, 2018

Md. DOT, MTA makes $2M available for innovative multimodal projects

Eligible projects enhancements include reducing travel times; improving trip reliability; and improving regional transit connectivity.

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Videosby StaffFebruary 16, 2018

How FSCI is Accelerating Cities' Transition to Electric Buses

Cities are turning to electric buses to decrease environmental impact while providing better service and reducing costs in the long term. The Financing Sustainable Cities Initiative helps cities accelerate and scale-up investments in sustainable urban solutions through the development of innovative business models.

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ArticlesCover Storyby Staff and News ReportsFebruary 14, 2018

Fort Worth 'FLIRTs' with New Train Tech for Airport Link

The FLIRT 3 (Fast Light Innovative Regional Train) vehicles, built by Stadler Bussnang AG of Switzerland, are the first of this model type to operate in the U.S.

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Newsby StaffJanuary 30, 2018

Study finds value in downtown, center cities investment

From driving tax revenue and business activity to spurring smart development and innovative workplaces, the International Downtown Association and Stantec found that downtowns play a pivotal role in the long-term health of a region.

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ArticlesCover Storyby Alex RomanJanuary 29, 2018

TCS named 2018 Innovative Operator of the Year at ABA Marketplace

Since 2012, the family-owned coach company has experienced an approximate 20% growth year-over-year, which has come from new business and some small acquisitions, and expanded its fleet from 18 to 61 motorcoaches.  

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