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Articlesby Alex RomanApril 17, 2013

Innovative Operator Profile: Eye-Catching Coaches Bring in Business

As a Cuban exile arriving in the U.S. in 1961, Raul Espinosa had nothing but his family, $10 in his pocket and a watch, as well as a minimal ability to speak English.

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Articlesby Alex RomanApril 17, 2013

Innovative Operator Profile: Business Growth Fuels Expansion

At the suggestion of their daughter, Judy Lewis, the Dugals— Paul and Patricia— started Caz Limo and Tours with two limousines that they purchased in March 2000.

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Articlesby Alex RomanApril 16, 2013

Innovative Operator Profile: Employing Technology for Efficient Motorcoach Maintenance

America Charters LTD (ACL) originally began as a bus transportation service for textile employees and citizens of Gaston County, N.C. In 1977, when the city took over the services, ACL became strictly a charter bus company.

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Newsby StaffApril 9, 2013

Veolia taps Larsen to lead IntelliRide division

Ryan Larsen recently served as president of Ecolane, an innovative web-based software for managing paratransit. His previous roles include president and founder of Local Motion ITS Inc., and VP at DynTek.

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From the Editor'sby Nicole SchlosserMarch 22, 2013

Building public transportation’s next generation

As more and more transit workers retire, the ranks are thinning. What’s being done about it today will ensure a robust, innovative transportation workforce for tomorrow. The FTA and APTA are stepping up development of the next generation of public transportation workers and leaders. What is your agency or workplace doing to advance workforce development for the next generation?

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Newsby StaffFebruary 28, 2013

Silverado Stages completes innovative driver training

The program delves into the psychology of group travel, illustrating how critical the driver’s role is to the success of a group tour.

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ArticlesJanuary 9, 2013

2013 Innovative Operator: Yankee Trails

Yankee Trails - Rensselaer, N.Y. To bring in business during the holiday season, Yankee Trails launched “Santa’s Magical Express.” The service includes a holiday-themed scavenger hunt and sing-a-longs.

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ArticlesJanuary 9, 2013

2013 Innovative Operator: Windstar Lines

Windstar Lines - Carroll, Iowa Windstar Lines has acquired about 10 smaller motorcoach operators in the past 12 years to expand its service and stay competitive in the market.

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ArticlesJanuary 9, 2013

2013 Innovative Operator: Tornado Bus Co.

Tornado Bus Co. - Dallas The Tornado Bus Co.’s new bus facility, which opened in October, encompasses 8.5 acres and is 10 minutes from downtown Dallas.

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ArticlesJanuary 9, 2013

2013 Innovative Operator: Peter Pan Bus Lines

Peter Pan Bus Lines - Springfield, Mass. Peter Pan added new MCI J4500s to its fleet. The coaches have clean-diesel engine technology to help reduce emissions and burn less fuel.

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