Rahul Kumar was appointed as the new executive VP of Market Development and Innovation.
Transdev appoints Weber COO of rail maintenance division
Weber most recently served as VP of supply/fleet/fuel management for Canadian National Railway.
Weber most recently served as VP of supply/fleet/fuel management for Canadian National Railway.
As cities and municipalities look to build a more well-connected transportation system with several modal options, contractors are able to bring their worldwide expertise to make the process more seamless using the latest innovations, including the further development of autonomous vehicle technology.
As public transportation budgets and political support have grown in the U.S. and elsewhere, so too has the interest in using private operators. Whether out of local political climate or a desire to have more flexible options for delivering services, outsourcing presents both challenges and opportunities.
The appointment of Yann Leriche includes contracts for bus, paratransit, streetcar, rail, and light-rail services in more than 200 cities and communities, encompassing a workforce of some 23,000.
The locations are among the more than 100 to have achieved Blue Seal status throughout FirstGroup America, the parent company of First Transit.
Steve Poftak, vice chair of the FMCB, which will extend its governance by two years, will temporarily step down to serve as MBTA's interim GM.
The town will subsidize a portion of the fare for all trips taken by residents, while offering additional subsidies for rides going to and from transit hubs.
The move is the latest effort by the transit system to reduce costs through outsourcing.
John Rogers succeeds Brian Kibby, CEO since January 2015.
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