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Articlesby Alex RomanJanuary 16, 2026

How AI is Redefining Transit Operations and Signal Priority

In a recent episode of METROspectives, LYT CEO Timothy Menard discusses how artificial intelligence, cloud connectivity, and real-time data are transforming traffic management, boosting bus reliability, and enabling system-wide transit optimization across cities.

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Articlesby Alex RomanJune 12, 2025

Consultant Q&A: AECOM's Diane Cowin on Planning, Innovation, and the Future of Transit

As Transit Market Leader for the Americas, she brings deep expertise in federal funding strategy, ESG-focused development, and equity-centered leadership.

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Articlesby Alex RomanMay 22, 2025

Consultant Q&A: WSP's Schwarz Talks Project Delivery, Tech, and More

METRO recently spoke to Angela Schwarz about the top operational challenges facing public transit agencies today, how firms like WSP are helping to address them, the ongoing pressure to reduce costs per passenger, bus automation, and more.

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Newsby StaffMay 16, 2025

With WSP, Partners, CapMetro Sets the Stage for Scalable Automation

The technology demonstration at CapMetro’s North Operations and Maintenance Facility showcases the potential of automation to optimize bus yard operations, increase efficiency, and improve transit personnel's safety.

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Newsby StaffJanuary 17, 2025

PANYNJ to Receive $805K FTA Transit Customer Experience Research Grant

The funding from FTA’s Enhancing Mobility Innovation program enables transit agencies and research organizations to advance technologies, strategies, and innovations that create a safe, reliable, equitable, and accessible transit experience.

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Newsby StaffDecember 17, 2024

MBTA Teams with Spare to Automate Paratransit Service

The collaboration provides cutting-edge paratransit technology and services to customers of one of the largest transit systems in the U.S., enhancing accessibility in customer-facing software and communications, efficiency, and the experience for individuals with disabilities who rely on paratransit services.

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Articlesby Alex RomanFebruary 28, 2024

Inside Look: How Hayden AI, LYT Plan to Bring Expanded Tech to Transit

The two technology providers recently announced a partnership designed to holistically enhance public transportation. Here's a look at how they plan on doing that.

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Newsby Staff and News ReportsDecember 6, 2023

CapMetro Taps WSP, Partners to Automate Bus Yard

The $1.26 million project is partly funded by a nearly $950,000 grant provided through the FTA’s ADAS for Transit Buses Demonstration and Automated Transit Bus Maintenance and Yard Operations Demonstration Program, with CapMetro funding the remaining costs.

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Newsby News/Media ReleaseOctober 18, 2023

WMATA Preparing for Auto Doors

The feature enables doors to open automatically when the train stops at the platform.

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Newsby Staff and News ReportsOctober 6, 2023

CapMetro Teams with Spare to Automate Paratransit System

Riders now enjoy real-time notifications about their upcoming journeys, allowing them to plan effectively and stay informed.

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