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ArticlesJanuary 14, 2014

2014 Innovative Operators: Empire Coach Line

Based in Orlando, Fla., the operation is expanding markets and tapping tech for operational efficiencies.

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ArticlesJanuary 14, 2014

2014 Innovative Operators: Arrow Stage Lines

Focusing on safety, tech amenities key to fleet success is the key to success for the Omaha, Neb. operation.

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Newsby StaffJanuary 13, 2014

N.H.'s C&J Bus Lines named METRO's Innovative Operator of the Year

VP, bus, rail/Publisher Frank Di Giacomo presented the award to Jalbert at Marketplace 2014's Opening Ceremony "Love and Music Heals" and American Bus Association (ABA) Annual Meeting in Nashville, Tenn. on Sunday.

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Newsby StaffOctober 1, 2013

2013 APTA Award Profile: GO Transit focuses on customer needs

GO Transit launched the innovative “Service Guarantee” program in May 2012, which offers customers refunds if their train is more than 15 minutes late, except when the delays are caused by extreme weather, police investigations, accidents and medical emergencies.

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Newsby StaffSeptember 11, 2013

Q'Straint unveils 3-point wheelchair securement station

The Q’UBE 3-Point Securement Station features an innovative sliding bumper that provides critical stabilization and tip-over prevention that the ADA requires for 3-Point securement.

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Videosby StaffAugust 27, 2013

Navia Electric Driverless Shuttle Takes a Spin in Luxembourg

Navia is an innovative mobility solution: a robotic driverless electric vehicle carrying up to eight passengers.

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Videosby StaffAugust 20, 2013

Pierce Transit Switches to Renewable Natural Gas

Pierce Transit CEO Lynne Griffith describes Pierce Transit's recent adoption of Renewable Natural Gas "the natural next step" in the Agency's long history of innovative and environmentally-friendly fueling practices.

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Transit DispatchesAugust 14, 2013

Connected Vehicles: An important step forward for the transit community

NHTSA estimates that a connected vehicle network could potentially address 80% of all unimpaired crash scenarios, a safety leap exceeding even seat belts and airbags. The Research and Innovative Technology Administration and FTA are working with transit agencies and stakeholders to advance connected vehicle applications that will help improve safety, mobility and convenience for transit riders.

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Newsby StaffAugust 7, 2013

Rail safety grants awarded to 8 agencies

Innovative projects will teach riders, drivers and pedestrians around the country some valuable lessons on interacting safely with transit tracks.

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Newsby StaffJuly 30, 2013

Denver RTD chief named 'Outstanding Public Transportation Manager'

During Phil Washington's tenure, RTD has undertaken a remarkable number of innovative, cost-effective and customer-focused initiatives to build projects and improve service.

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