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The Oregon Department of Transportation is hosting open houses across the state to present draft proposals and get public input while they study the feasibility of high-speed rail. The final recommendation and environmental impact report is expected to be published in 2015.
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As part of METRO's APTA coverage, we asked some of the top names in transit to discuss what their first experience was when riding public transportation for the first time.
Read More →Title: Deputy Administrator Organization: Federal Railroad Administration, U.S. Department of Transportation City: Washington, D.C.
Read More →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.
Read More →She oversees 10 different areas of expertise within Michael Baker International, spanning from service transportation to tech and innovation.
Read More →The project was awarded under the Washington State Contract, enabling FAX to streamline its procurement processes while ensuring value and quality from an experienced transit solutions provider, said officials.
Read More →Lauren Skiver, COO of Transdev U.S., has worked her way to the top of the transit industry after beginning her career as a maintenance clerk. Skiver opens up about her path to leading an agency, the challenges of working as a woman in transit, and more.
Read More →Disruptive technologies and the new era of information sharing are helping to evolve and advance public transportation in our nation’s greatest cities. Nearly 300 mayors and government officials convened in San Francisco June 19-22 for the U.S. Conference of Mayors’ 83rd Annual Meeting, featuring remarks from President Obama and former U.S. Secretary of State and Democratic presidential candidate Hillary Clinton. I was invited to speak in front of these influential government leaders to discuss “Technology and the Transformation of Urban Transportation.” This article will give readers an inside look at the conversation.
Read More →Stay informed with these quick takes on the projects and companies driving progress across the transportation landscape.
Read More →RITA provides $81 million in annual funding to 136 colleges and universities conducting transportation research and providing the training needed to manage today's transportation infrastructure through the UTC program.
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