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Newsby StaffOctober 11, 2011

Calif. makes cell phone ban for rail operators permanent

The decision, which was made during a Commission meeting last Thursday, also requires the installation of cameras to enforce the rule.

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ArticlesOctober 10, 2011

Bill Millar's Exit Interview: APTA's Chief Signs Off

Since coming to APTA in 1996, Bill Millar has sought to expand the association’s reach and effectiveness, guiding it to legislative victories and dramatically increasing federal investment in public transportation.

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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 4, 2011

TUV Rheinland develops Web portal to run rail simulations

The SimVeDynetm online vehicle dynamic simulator was formally introduced at EXPO yesterday in Booth # 5250.

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Newsby StaffSeptember 27, 2011

Shanghai subway train collision injures 260 people

Train rammed into back of another locomotive after signaling fault, adding to concerns that the pace of China's rail expansion may undermine safety.

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Newsby StaffSeptember 23, 2011

Surprise motorcoach inspections coincide with Summit

The strike force, launched in coordination with the summit, is part of FMCSA's nationwide Passenger Carrier Strike Force. The two-week inspection sweep will continue through October 7.

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ArticlesSeptember 22, 2011

How to Develop and Employ an Effective Motorcoach Risk Management Program

The key to successful risk management for a motorcoach operation is to develop a trip Risk Analysis Rating System, involving reservations, operations, dispatch, maintenance, safety and management staff.

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Newsby StaffSeptember 20, 2011

Zonar, Zoomsafer partner on anti-distracted driving phone software

Integrates fleet management technologies with ZoomSafer’s FleetSafer policy management tools to help customers manage employee cell phone use while driving.

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Newsby StaffSeptember 15, 2011

DriveCam to equip NJ Transit buses for $2.7M

Will install hardware on 968 cruiser buses and provide managed services, including daily data reviews. The vendor also archives data and provides camera system diagnostics. Will likely complete installation next year.

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Newsby StaffSeptember 15, 2011

Another shooting spurs more calls for SEPTA bus driver protection

Two recent bus driver shootings have prompted the local Transit Workers Union to request Mayor Michael A. Nutter form a task force to find ways to better protest bus operators and other transit employees.

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