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ArticlesSeptember 30, 2008

Women in Transportation

This year we profile the achievements of 10 women who have used skills in finance, construction, civic involvement, contract negotiations, planning, social activism and entrepreneurship to make their mark on the industry.

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Newsby StaffMay 19, 2008

Earth Tech wins award

Long Beach, Calif.-based Earth Tech Inc.-- provider of consulting, engineering and construction services -- received the Frances Perkins Vanguard Award for excellence in the utilization of women-owned small businesses as prime contractors and subcontractors.

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Newsby StaffJanuary 24, 2008

METRO BRIEFS

Mexico City offers women-only buses Hybrid buses growing in popularity MBTA to upgrade bus features

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ArticlesSeptember 25, 2007

Women In Transportation

Whether it's building rail facilities or securing funding for capital investment, women continue to play a major role in the transportation industry. This year we chronicle the achievements of five women who have used skills in finance, construction, contract negotiations, planning and entrepreneurship to make their mark on the industry.

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ArticlesFebruary 15, 2007

Louisville transit agency provides rides to at-risk youths, abused women

Agency launches new program to provide abused women free transportation to a local crisis shelter.

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ArticlesOctober 18, 2006

Women in Transportation

Whether it is building components for railcars or managing construction of a transit project, women are continuing to play a major role in the transportation industry. This year we highlight the achievements of five women who draw from their backgrounds in law, journalism, drafting, marketing and education to help them succeed.

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ArticlesJuly 1, 2005

Women in Transit: Oustanding Leaders, Private and Public

As the role of women continues to increase, we spotlight six leaders who exert influence on public transit from diverse positions.

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Newsby StaffSeptember 1, 2004

Protesters demand right to breastfeed on buses

Women's group calls for the Los Angeles MTA to stop bus operators from banning breastfeeding on buses.

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Newsby StaffDecember 29, 2003

FHWA's Peters named "Woman of the Year"

Administrator Mary E. Peters was recognized by the Women's Transportation Seminar for her leadership and dedication to excellence in improving transportation.

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ArticlesJuly 1, 2003

Great Blackout: lessons learned

Women in this industry believe in intense professional development. If our resources were pooled, it would add up to millions of dollars raised for this cause alone.

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