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Carmen C. Cham of HNTB
Articlesby Alex RomanApril 29, 2026

How Transit Architecture Is Reshaping the Rider Journey

In this Consultant Roundtable, Carmen C. Cham shares insights on how agencies can create spaces that are intuitive, connected and built for long-term impact.

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New digital signage attached to the ceiling of a TTC bus.
Newsby News/Media ReleaseApril 27, 2026

TTC Upgrades Real-Time Signage to Improve Rider Experience

New onboard displays and stop-level screens aim to make transit easier to navigate, especially during disruptions and major events.

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Two MBTA railcars in station.
Newsby StaffApril 9, 2026

MBTA Completes Key Red Line Signal Upgrade Weeks Early

Crews completed a significant portion of the testing required before commissioning the new, digital signaling system, which will bring important upgrades that strengthen Red Line service reliability for riders and provide Red Line Operations the ability to route trains more quickly, turn trains around faster, and recover from unplanned disruptions more efficiently, said MBTA officials. 

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A look inside the new better Breeze ticket vending machines during installation at Lindbergh Center Station.
Photo Galleriesby Elora HaynesApril 6, 2026

Building Better Breeze: MARTA’s Fare System Rollout in Photos

See how MARTA’s better Breeze system came to life, from construction to installation across stations.

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A Sound Transit Link light rail vehicle in a station
Newsby Staff and News ReportsMarch 10, 2026

INIT Introduces Open Payments for Seattle’s ORCA Fare System

The landmark event empowers riders across six agencies in the Puget Sound region to tap-and-ride transit using a contactless credit or debit card or a mobile wallet.

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Cover Photo for METROspectives with Timothy Menard
PodcastsMarch 5, 2026

How AI and Innovation Are Powering the Future with LYT’s Timothy Menard

Menard discusses how data-driven signal prioritization is improving efficiency, reliability, and ridership, while offering insight into the innovations driving the next generation of smart mobility. Together, they explore how technology and collaboration are paving the way for a more connected, sustainable future in transit.

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A vehicle that will be used for MARTA's Reach mobility program.
Newsby StaffMarch 2, 2026

Atlanta's MARTA Set to Launch New On-Demand Transportation Service

An important part of the authority’s NextGen Bus Network, MARTA Reach will bring transit service directly to the rider’s location and offer a seamless link to the broader rail and bus system.

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An image of a camera over a subway platform with text reading "How to Address Incivility in Transit."
Articlesby Elora HaynesNovember 17, 2025

Smarter Surveillance, Safer Transit: Tackling Incivility with Data and Innovation

From fare evasion analytics to audio-triggered alerts, Axis Communications camera systems are helping transit leaders target issues more precisely without compromising privacy or public trust.

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ArticlesNovember 3, 2025

Ticket Validation Hardware Secures Payments for a Smoother Transit Ride

Ticket validators and readers play a crucial role in processing fares quickly and securely. Along with their convenience comes the responsibility of protecting passenger payment data from cyber threats.

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Transit Dispatchesby Timothy MenardOctober 29, 2025

Why Transit Leaders Require Better Tools for Operational Clarity In Today’s Tech-Fragmented Environment

Across North America and beyond, transit agency officials are contending with a perfect storm of operational headaches and strategic challenges that hamper daily service and long-term progress.

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