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Newsby StaffAugust 9, 2018

Q&A with RATP Dev USA President Blaine Rigler

METRO’s Managing Editor Alex Roman recently spoke to Rigler about the evolution of tech in the transit industry, the growth of Mobility-as-a-Service, and more.

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ArticlesJuly 13, 2018

Pub Perspective: For many transit agencies, the automated era is here

There is general agreement that a significant deployment of automation-related technologies will be driving at the very least within cities throughout the developed world by mid-century.

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Newsby StaffMay 21, 2018

National Express Transit to operate Pa. operators' fixed route, paratransit

Furnishes WCTA drivers, mechanics, maintenance, and management services for the authority as part of the contract.

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Newsby StaffMay 10, 2018

MV to provide fixed-route services for Calif.'s LAVTA

Will be responsible for all operational activities of the LAVTA Wheels bus service including safety, training, dispatch, maintenance, vehicle cleaning and washing, bus shelter maintenance, road supervision, and accounting. 

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Newsby StaffApril 2, 2018

Keolis receives contract extension from the RTC of Southern Nevada

Under this extension of service, the company will continue to be responsible for a fleet of over 250 buses across 17 routes, operating 24 hours a day, seven days a week.

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Newsby StaffMarch 20, 2018

L.A. Metro launches pilot program for SBE, DBE, and DVBE firms

The $1.3 million Contractor Development and Bonding Program will enable qualified entrepreneurs to successfully compete for construction-related contracts.

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Newsby StaffDecember 7, 2017

First Transit wins LADOT Dash bus contract

In keeping with their leading position in leveraging technology to enhance passenger, driver, and road safety, will also transition the DASH fleet to the Mobile Eye® Shield Plus collision-avoidance system.

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Newsby StaffNovember 29, 2017

First Vehicle Services secures City of Arlington, Texas fleet contract

The contract is for fleet management, maintenance, and repair for the City of Arlington’s entire fleet of more than 850 vehicles, including city pool cars, police, and fire and emergency rescue units.

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Newsby StaffAugust 15, 2017

First Transit brings autonomous shuttles to Texas sports fans

The AV passenger shuttles will offer convenient transportation connecting sports fans heading to Globe Life Park, home of the Texas Rangers, and AT&T Stadium, home of the Dallas Cowboys, from parking lots surrounding both stadiums.

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Newsby StaffAugust 1, 2017

Capital Metro's Watson announces retirement

Some key accomplishments during Watson’s tenure include stabilizing the labor structure by transitioning bus operators and maintenance staff to private contractors and overseeing the planning and implementation of improvements to MetroRail.

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