Transdev names new North American VP, safety and security

Alex Guariento will be responsible for the safety policies and practices of all Transdev contracts and businesses in over 200 cities, a workforce of 20,000, and 175 million annual passengers.

Ford, Indianapolis launch crowdsource program to improve mobility

Offers residents the opportunity to share experiences and suggest ideas for how to solve their most pressing mobility problems.

Kitsap Transit adding new Byk-Rak wide-tire racks

The move means cyclists with wide-tire bicycles will now have an easier time of using public transit buses in the area.

FRA makes $311M available for capital rail projects

The CRISI grant program also directs investment to rural America, with at least 25% of available funds reserved for projects in rural communities.

Vansco Electronics Ltd.

Sure-Lok

Stertil-Koni awarded NASPO ValuePoint contract for lifts, garage equipment

The new agreement enables customers nationwide — including municipalities, state agencies, and local governments — to purchase the company’s heavy-duty vehicle lifting systems by means of NASPO’S streamlined, expedited process.

Bombardier delivers first Movia car to India

High-capacity vehicles feature air conditioning, CCTV, open gangways and emergency speaker units.

METRO Briefs

Arizona launches BRT. Bus-only lane benefits outweigh parking woes. Gov. Doyle seeking high-speed rail stimulus funding.