After almost 30 years, MTS has decommissioned the Trolleys in favor of lowering maintenance costs and improving the customer experience.
The agency will be installing the Schunk SLS 301 series Depot Charging Pantograph, which offers a quicker and safer hands-free electric vehicle charge.
Ridership was up to nearly 200,000 trips per weekday for the week of March 7-11.
WSP USA representatives discuss the behind-the-scenes of The Mid-Coast Trolley Project’s completion, the role of a consultant, and the overall benefits of the project itself.
The new security team began patrolling Trolleys, buses, and transit centers on Jan. 1. By the end of the month, about 190 Inter-Con officers will have joined the MTS security personnel on the ground.
Ridership on MTS buses and Trolleys has been increasing since a pandemic low point in April 2020 during the COVID-19 Stay-at-Home order.
The APTA Bus and Rail Safety & Security Excellence Awards recognize public transit providers for their innovative and proactive safety and security programs.
The system will enhance ticketing functionality, access, and value for MTS and NCTD passengers.
The 11-mile light rail extension costed $2.1 billion, and it is set to open in November.
The contract with Inter-Con Security is for three base years with an option to extend for an additional two years and will go into effect on Jan. 1, 2022.
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