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Newsby StaffOctober 9, 2017

Cummins, GILLIG announce electrified power partnership

The technical collaboration work focuses on integrating and optimizing new battery-electric technology from Cummins that will soon power GILLIG zero-emissions transit buses.

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Newsby StaffJune 5, 2017

Gillig launches new 600K-square-foot facility in Livermore, Calif.

The move from nearby Hayward, Calif., took three years of meticulous planning and was completed losing less than two days of production, with each employee receiving an individualized move plan.

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Photo Galleriesby StaffJune 5, 2017

[Photos] Gillig manufacturing facility ribbon cutting

Gillig held the official ribbon cutting for its new manufacturing facility in Livermore, Calif. The facility consists of three buildings totaling more than 600,000 square feet and brings together all of Gillig's key operations in one location.

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Newsby StaffMay 22, 2017

Gillig moves into upgraded HQ in Livermore, Calif.

The 127-year-old business, which operated out of Hayward for more than 80 years, will celebrate its grand opening on June 1.

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Photo Galleriesby StaffMay 11, 2017

[Photos] 2017 APTA Bus Display Highlights

A look at some of the buses on display at this year's APTA Bus & Paratransit Conference in Reno, Nev.

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Newsby StaffFebruary 2, 2017

Calif. agency introduces first electric Gillig bus using BAE technology

The Central Contra Costa Transit Authority's four all-electric buses were secured through funding from a Federal Transit Administration 2012 Clean Fuels grant as well as local matching funds.

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Newsby StaffNovember 17, 2016

Ben Franklin Transit adds 3 Gillig low-floor buses

The trolley replica package outfits a modern transit bus with solid oak seats, brass-colored stanchions, a lighted cupola on the roof, and front cowcatcher. It also includes a vintage paint scheme and graphics.

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Newsby StaffNovember 15, 2016

CCCTA adds WAVE in-route wireless charging at BART station

The system uses a charging pad that lies flush with the pavement, is sturdy enough to be run over all day without damage, and wirelessly charges the bus during routine stops.

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Newsby StaffOctober 10, 2016

U. of Wyoming enhances service with new buses, app feature

The new buses are 2017 model Gillig low-floor buses, 37 feet long, and with capacity for 32 seated passengers and many more standing.

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Articlesby Janna StarcicSeptember 15, 2016

Jacksonville Works to Provide Quality Service, While Delivering Diverse Project Portfolio

Recently lauded by APTA as a top transit system, the Florida-based agency has numerous capital projects in the works, including a multimodal hub, a roadway and mobility corridors program, BRT, automated monorail updates, and improvements to the local ferry service.

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