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Newsby StaffFebruary 28, 2012

Transit research group operating with $3.5M fed grant

The funds, which will be used for research, education and other projects that help improve public transit, are provided by the FTA and distributed through U.S. DOT's Research and Innovative Technology Administration.

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Newsby StaffJanuary 10, 2012

L.A. DOT renews Titan ad contract

The new five-year contract follows an initial five-year term where Titan was the first to develop advertising in both traditional and innovative forms on the fleet of more than 350 transit vehicles.

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Newsby StaffNovember 30, 2011

Denver RTD holds town hall meetings via telephone

Through the town hall series, RTD will randomly call more than 400,000 people through innovative telephone technology and invite them to participate in the telephone forum. This allows board members to reach out and speak directly with members of the community.

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Newsby StaffNovember 17, 2011

METRO needs 'Innovative' Motorcoach operators

Does your motorcoach operation stand head and shoulders above the rest? Do you know of an operation that sets itself apart with great customer service or cutting-edge business philosophies?

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Newsby StaffNovember 3, 2011

Greyhound partners with 7-Eleven on ticket buying program

Through an innovative program in conjunction with 7-Eleven stores and PayNearMe, Greyhound's cash customers can now purchase online and pay for their bus tickets at 7-Eleven neighborhood stores, turning them into local "Greyhound ticketing offices."

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Newsby StaffOctober 20, 2011

ABA announces new insurance partnerships

Through this innovative partnership any ABA member will be able to offer their employees first-rate insurance products including major medical, dental, vision, life, hospital indemnity and 401K.

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Newsby StaffOctober 5, 2011

Tectrans rolls out innovative safety, customer care programs

Hand-in-hand with the new SEE#1 safety program is the development of Tectrans’ “Red Carpet” customer care program, which is being highlighted during EXPO.

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Newsby StaffOctober 3, 2011

Vapor introduces door actuator for heavy-duty buses

Actuator integrates innovative electrical and mechanical elements to precisely control door speed and position, while minimizing power consumption.

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ArticlesJune 16, 2011

Contractors Go High Tech to Boost Transit Operation Efficiency, Productivity

Contracting out transit services are not only a cost-savings solution, but also a way to maximize the efficiency and productivity of transit operations through the use of technology and innovative operational practices.

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Newsby StaffApril 6, 2011

U.S. DOT issues ITS video challenge

The new national competition will showcase innovative ways that local communities use smart transportation technology to improve safety, mobility and the environment. Submissions are being sought through June 30 from state and local governments, transit agencies, private firms and students.

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