Latinos in Transit, WTS International Renew Partnership to Advance Transportation Workforce Development

The renewed three-year agreement expands collaboration on leadership development, mentorship, education, and economic growth initiatives across the public transportation industry.

June 2026

APTA Launches AI Guidance Suite for Public Transit

The industry group’s new reports provide transit agencies with implementation strategies, governance recommendations, and examples of AI in action.

Stantec in Colorado, STV in North Carolina Top Biz Briefs

Stay informed with these quick takes on the projects and companies driving progress across the transportation landscape.

Recovery and Risk Define the Transit Bus Market in 2025

A 5% rise in deliveries and a surge in zero-emission buses signaled progress in 2025, but high costs, long lead times, and shifting funding priorities continue to cloud the outlook.

Inez Evans Benson on Rethinking Transit Through Customer Experience

The WSP leader discusses why agencies must look beyond satisfaction metrics and take a more holistic, community-driven approach to service.

Bus Tech Talk: AC Transit’s Cecil Blandon on Leadership, Mentorship, and a Career in Transit

In Part 1, Blandon shares his journey from the U.S. Marines to a leadership role in public transit, along with insights on mentorship and professional growth within the industry.

Last Chance: Be A Part of METRO's Annual Buyer’s Guide

The revamped Buyer’s Guide will reach METRO’s audience of more than 17,000 print and digital subscribers, providing suppliers with year-round visibility in front of transit agency leaders, motorcoach operators, and industry decision-makers across North America.

WeDriveU Lands Paratransit Contract, Alstom Extended in ATL, and More

Stay informed with these quick takes on the projects and companies driving progress across the transportation landscape.

Bus Tech Talk: AC Transit’s Cecil Blandon on Leadership, Mentorship, and a Career in Transit

In part 1 of a two-part conversation, AC Transit’s director of maintenance joins co-hosts Alex Roman and Mark Hollenbeck to discuss his journey from the U.S. Marines to public transit and the role mentorship plays in developing the next generation of industry leaders.