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Newsby StaffDecember 2, 2010

SAG: Calif. transit officials cannot simultaneously serve on HSR board

The opinion said serving in leadership positions at local agencies coordinating routes and station development for the proposed $43-billion bullet train is legally "incompatible" with an appointment to the rail board under state law.

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Newsby StaffOctober 21, 2010

Study: Greater investment could revive U.S.' leadership in world rail industry

Case studies of Germany, Spain, Japan and China illuminate a set of common principles that those countries have used to nurture and grow some of the largest, most successful railroad manufacturing companies in the world.

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Newsby StaffSeptember 8, 2010

FTA: Houston Metro violated 'Buy America' requirements, procurement laws

In a letter hand-delivered to Metro's newly appointed leadership, Board Chairman Gilbert Garcias and Acting President/CEO George Greanias, Rogoff wrote, "The results of the investigation are both alarming and disturbing."

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Newsby StaffAugust 20, 2010

Pacific Western named IMG Operator of Year

Pacific Western was recognized for its exceptional safety record, customer commitment, leadership in the community and motorcoach industry, and its continued leadership within the IMG organization.

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Newsby StaffJune 22, 2010

IMMI names new CEO

In his new position, Larry Gray will be responsible for developing and implementing the company's global business strategy and providing leadership toward achievement of annual goals and objectives.

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Newsby StaffApril 28, 2010

Calif. commuter service celebrates 3 millionth rider

Bishop Ranch has taken a leadership role in addressing the transit needs of its commuters, which has helped eliminate more than 10,000 cars on the road every day, resulting in almost two million pounds fewer pollutants released into the air.

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Newsby StaffMarch 17, 2010

Daimler boasts 13 percent global market share

The sustained success of Daimler Buses is due to a long-term strategy that encompasses the four core objectives of Operational Excellence/Efficiency, Growth in Established Markets, Growth in New Markets and Technological Leadership, according to the company.

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Newsby StaffMarch 15, 2010

Cornell U. transportation director retires after 32 years

Under William Wendt's leadership, the University’s transportation and mail services department received a wide variety of national recognition and accolades. Most recently, the department received the “Best Practitioner” award from the Community Transportation Association of America in 2009.

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Newsby StaffFebruary 17, 2010

BART receives public input on next police chief

Respondents were asked to rate 14 personal characteristics or attributes desired in a new chief. Most of the qualities received high ratings; the top two were "leadership" and "ethics and transparency."

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ArticlesJanuary 13, 2010

Daimler Begins New Era of Leadership, Innovation

Continued success and innovation are on tap for new President/CEO Richard Ferguson’s regime, as the company prepares to roll out vehicles with engines that meet EPA 2010 standards and, down the road, looks to introduce new innovative vehicles.

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