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Newsby StaffOctober 20, 2011

ABA announces new insurance partnerships

Through this innovative partnership any ABA member will be able to offer their employees first-rate insurance products including major medical, dental, vision, life, hospital indemnity and 401K.

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Newsby StaffOctober 5, 2011

Tectrans rolls out innovative safety, customer care programs

Hand-in-hand with the new SEE#1 safety program is the development of Tectrans’ “Red Carpet” customer care program, which is being highlighted during EXPO.

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Newsby StaffOctober 3, 2011

Vapor introduces door actuator for heavy-duty buses

Actuator integrates innovative electrical and mechanical elements to precisely control door speed and position, while minimizing power consumption.

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ArticlesJune 16, 2011

Contractors Go High Tech to Boost Transit Operation Efficiency, Productivity

Contracting out transit services are not only a cost-savings solution, but also a way to maximize the efficiency and productivity of transit operations through the use of technology and innovative operational practices.

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Newsby StaffJune 9, 2011

FTA releases $3M for workforce development

Twelve programs from across the nation successfully competed for the "Innovative Workforce Development" dollars. FTA received 35 applications with a total of $7.3 million in requests for the $3 million available.

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Newsby StaffApril 6, 2011

U.S. DOT issues ITS video challenge

The new national competition will showcase innovative ways that local communities use smart transportation technology to improve safety, mobility and the environment. Submissions are being sought through June 30 from state and local governments, transit agencies, private firms and students.

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Newsby StaffFebruary 24, 2011

Congressional transit leaders meet with L.A. mayor

During the joint hearing of Senate and House leaders held in Westwood, Calif., Los Angeles Mayor Antonio Villaraigosa urged innovative financing for mass transit projects.

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Newsby StaffFebruary 22, 2011

Top bizarre public transportation ideas

Innovative ideas include a network of Zipline cables, an energy-generating subway floor and an algae-powered airship.

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Articlesby Nicole SchlosserFebruary 14, 2011

Ramblin Express' Holland Drives Industry Forward

Relatively new to the transportation business, METRO Magazine's Operator of the Year award winner, Todd Holland, president of the Denver-based operation, has become well-known for his innovative thinking and organizing skills, which he used to found the Motorcoach Council.

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Newsby StaffJanuary 19, 2011

Trailways system selected for national TV tour

Will provide transportation for the “The Dylan Ratigan Show” for its “Steel on Wheels” National Tour — an innovative road show aiming to bring forth solutions to the most pressing problems facing the American people.

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