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Newsby StaffFebruary 28, 2020

FRA report finds industry on path to meeting PTC mandate

As of Dec. 31, systems were in RSD or operation on 55,601 route miles — 96.3% of the nearly 58,000 route miles subject to the mandate.

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Newsby StaffFebruary 28, 2020

MARTA names new chief of police and emergency management

Chief Scott Kreher will report directly to Chief of System Safety, Security, and Emergency Management Wanda Y. Dunham.

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Newsby StaffFebruary 24, 2020

Revamped Calif. station to enhance pedestrian safety

Improvements include a pedestrian undercrossing, lengthened passenger platforms, and fencing between tracks for added safety.

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Newsby StaffFebruary 21, 2020

NY MTA, union call for more penalties for bus operator attacks

The announcement came a week after a B15 bus operator was violently assaulted while driving.

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Newsby StaffFebruary 20, 2020

The car remains king in L.A. despite growing public transit options

Survey finds a perceived lack of safety and convenience are dissuading people from using public transportation.

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Newsby StaffFebruary 20, 2020

MV Transportation adding Lytx system on 1,500 more vehicles

The new deployment covers MV's support for King County Metro, the RTC of Southern Nevada, and Capital Metro.

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Newsby StaffFebruary 14, 2020

Biz News: New Flyer lands contract, Q'STRAINT forms partnership

Oregon is the latest to approve the company for a statewide contract, while tradeshows will be the focus of a new strategic partnership.

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Newsby StaffFebruary 13, 2020

FTA makes $9M available to improve rail transit, bus operator safety

Includes $7.3 million for new tech/designs for rail transit safety; and $2 million for projects that redesign transit bus operator compartment.

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Newsby StaffFebruary 12, 2020

DWS unveils ADA-compliant tactile warning mat for pedestrians

The RediMat features a proprietary pre-applied adhesive system, ensures quick installation (less than 10 minutes).

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Newsby StaffFebruary 10, 2020

MBTA unveils plan to accelerate rail infrastructure projects

The projects will include additional diversions of weekend service on all rapid transit lines and several commuter rail lines.

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