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Articlesby Sadiah Thompson April 8, 2021

One Year In: Operators Talk COVID Impact on Transit Safety

While it is clear the pandemic has changed the face of transit operations, it has also proven the importance of proper emergency planning to meet passenger and employee needs.

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ArticlesFebruary 19, 2021

Electric Buses Renew Attention on Transit Maintenance Facilities

Successful fleet electrification requires greater appreciation for bus maintenance depots, infrastructure, and operations.

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NewsFebruary 3, 2021

Keolis to Operate Loudoun County Transit's Bus Services

The five-year contract further strengthens Keolis’ multimodal presence in Virginia, where it currently operates a bus network and the Virginia Railway Express commuter rail.

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NewsJanuary 13, 2021

MARTA Names New Deputy GM, Operations

In this new role, Collie Greenwood will help develop and deliver major capital projects aimed at enhancing the customer experience

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NewsDecember 22, 2020

New Orleans RTA Brings Operations, Maintenance In-House

The transition not only signifies a shift in the management structure but also serves as a reset to the core values and culture of the agency, focusing on public service, reliability, and transit equity.

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NewsDecember 17, 2020

The COMET To Provide COVID-19 Testing To Riders

The agency partners with the South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control to provide free COVID-19 testing to riders.

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Transit DispatchesDecember 16, 2020

How Cities and Transit Can Continue Seamless Operations During Times of Protest

Transit agencies play a pivotal role in ensuring civilians are safe during protests, while providing them the opportunity for a safe ride to and from the event.

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NewsDecember 11, 2020

FTA Extends Administrative Relief for Transit Agencies During COVID-19

Specifically, FTA will extend access to emergency relief funding for operations and allow more time for transit agencies to meet certain regulatory requirements.

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Articlesby Alex RomanNovember 24, 2020

Transdev’s Hendricks Talks Management, Future of Mobility

As CEO, Hendricks is responsible for all the company’s activities and operations in the U.S., which includes contracts for bus, paratransit, and rail in more than 200 cities and communities.

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NewsOctober 16, 2020

TTC Recalls Workers to Meet Service Demand

Daily ridership is now at 50% of TTC’s pre-pandemic levels and customer trips are more evenly spread throughout the day.

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