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Newsby StaffMay 23, 2019

National Express wins 7-year Pace paratransit service contract

The agency will be providing 82 buses for the fleet and it is expected that we will hire approximately 150 drivers and 20 staff members.

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Newsby StaffMay 22, 2019

FTA provides $9.6 million to bolster access to health care

Grants focus on transportation and tech solutions to reach medical appointments, access healthy food, and improve paratransit.

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Newsby StaffMay 8, 2019

Greater Dayton RTA, Ford partner to expand paratransit services

The company began providing trips for the RTA in the beginning of May and will increase operations in the coming months.

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ArticlesMay 6, 2019

Transit Increases On-Demand Options for Wheelchair Users

While many have found success expanding mobility options for its paratransit clients, many agencies are now looking to provide that same level of service to those that need wheelchairs and other ambulatory devices.     

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ArticlesMay 2, 2019

Tech brings greater flexibility for GRTC paratransit customers

The platform, known as Amble, is provided by Routematch.

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Newsby StaffApril 1, 2019

JTA launching on-demand paratransit system

Connexion Plus will offer customers with disabilities who are unable to use the regular fixed-bus routes.

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Newsby StaffMarch 19, 2019

New York MTA offers enhanced paratransit program services

Expands use of online and app booking option, improved driver training for more drivers, and more door-to-door service.

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Newsby StaffMarch 13, 2019

New app to help people with disabilities navigate public transit

Using the "Connect" app enables users to gain three-meter accuracy to pick-up or drop off locations for fixed and paratransit service.

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Newsby StaffJanuary 22, 2019

Pa.'s Westmoreland County Transit to add 16 paratransit buses

Money for the purchases is being filtered through the state from the federal government, which must first approve the bus order.

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Newsby StaffJanuary 15, 2019

New dispatch system gives 'ready window' to UTA paratransit users

This new program eliminates the guesswork for riders, allowing them to walk outside right as the bus arrives.

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