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ArticlesAugust 27, 2024

Tech Showcase: Addressing Safety Challenges with Video Mirror Systems

Ensuring the safety and security of operators, passengers, and pedestrians in public transit is crucial.

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Newsby StaffJuly 16, 2024

SEPTA Adds Safety Initiatives in Response to FTA Inspection

The CAPs will help the authority further the series of proactive efforts initiated late last summer aimed at enhancing safety and security; increasing staffing and training; and shoring up operational practices and procedures.

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Newsby Staff and News ReportsJune 5, 2024

APTA Honors Rail Safety, Security Winners at Rail Conference

The awards celebrate the commitment and efforts of public transit agencies and their employees who are dedicated to safeguarding the welfare of passengers, employees, and the communities they serve.

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Newsby News/Media ReleaseMay 6, 2024

Chicago Crime Continues Downward Trend

CTA supplements CPD’s efforts with its extensive network of more than 33,000 security-cameras and with hundreds of personnel deployed across the system each day, around the clock, and who are trained and acutely focused on customer comfort and safety.

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Newsby News/Media ReleaseMarch 26, 2024

New York City Transit Unveils Security Monitor Screen Bus Pilot

The high-definition LCD screens are installed on board near the entry stairwell and continuously stream live video feeds from existing security camera infrastructure onboard buses.

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Articlesby Alex RomanMarch 13, 2024

Inaugural Public Transit Conference to Focus on Recruiting, Retaining Employees

Recruiting and retention joins automated vehicles and cybersecurity as just some of the topics on tap for PTC, which is hosted by METRO Magazine.

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Articlesby Staff and News ReportsMarch 6, 2024

Cybersecurity at the Forefront of This Year's Public Transit Conference

The need for an increased cybersecurity has never been greater, but there are still many transit agencies who may not know where to start. This session will focus on best practices for ensuring that your agency is both protected and can respond to potential cyber attacks.

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Newsby News/Media ReleaseMarch 1, 2024

Chicago Summit Focuses on Improving Transit Safety

The Summit gathered leaders and transit riders to explore solutions, including enhancing personal security and addressing perception of crime on transit and incorporating transit-specific strategies into social services initiatives.

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Newsby News/Media ReleaseFebruary 22, 2024

Increased Patrols, Security Cameras Boost WMATA Safety Program

As part of the initiative, customers will see special police officers walking trains and buses to provide a sense of security and address illegal activity in real time.

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Newsby News/Media ReleaseFebruary 1, 2024

San Diego MTS Unveils New Transit Security Initiatives

Security initiatives the agency is taking include increasing the number of officers, as well as improving visibility and response times.

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