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Newsby StaffJanuary 5, 2006

CTA installs subway wireless network

System to improve communications, security and passenger amenities.

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ArticlesJanuary 1, 2006

Staying Focused on Rail Security

U.S. transit systems continue to upgrade their counterterrorism strategies. Bomb-sniffing dogs, security sweeps and air marshals are key elements of the plan.

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Articlesby StaffJanuary 1, 2006

Talking Shop With Small and Mid-Size Bus Operators

What are the most critical issues they face on a daily basis? How do they deal with rising costs and security concerns? A coach operator, public transit professional, shuttle bus manager and two university transit specialists weigh in on these and other worthy topics.

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Newsby StaffNovember 29, 2005

Canada unveils new mass transit security plan

Government plan includes $110 million in funding.

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Newsby StaffOctober 25, 2005

Transit security still lacking, experts say

Technology should not be seen as cure-all for security, according to panel of experts.

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Newsby StaffOctober 20, 2005

DHS motorcoach security grantees announced

$10 million in federal funds for security goes to 25 private operators.

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Newsby StaffSeptember 22, 2005

Transit vulnerability discussed on Capitol Hill

Two senators call for increased funding for transit security.

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Newsby StaffAugust 24, 2005

N.Y. MTA to make $212 million security upgrade

Contracting with Lockheed Martin, New York MTA signed deal to place 1,000 cameras and 3,000 motion sensors in rail network.

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Newsby StaffAugust 2, 2005

EU to fund transit security research

European Union expects to contribute €250 million (US$310 million) annually to passenger rail security by 2007.

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Articlesby StaffAugust 1, 2005

MTA police prepare for the worst with 'Operation Zeus' drills

Police perform safety inspections of transit system during large-scale security exercise.

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