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Categories: Management
New Flyer Honored as Employer of the Year for Disability Inclusion

The Alabama Governor’s Committee recognized New Flyer for its leadership in advancing disability employment, inclusive hiring, and community partnerships in...

https://www.metro-magazine.com/10249905/new-flyer-honored-as-employer-of-the-year-for-disability-inclusion
Categories: Bus, Electric Vehicles, Legal/Legislative, Operations, Zero Emissions
California's SMRT Reaches 100% Zero Emission Vehicle Goal

With the most recent delivery of six electric buses from GILLIG this October, SMRT’s operational zero-emission fleet now totals 40 vehicles.

https://www.metro-magazine.com/10249844/californias-smrt-reaches-100-zero-emission-vehicle-goal
Categories: Bus, Management, Paratransit, Technology
MV Transportation’s Cris Kibbee on How AI Is Redefining Retention, Safety, and Service Planning in Transit

Kibbee sat down with METRO Magazine Executive Editor Alex Roman to discuss how MV is using AI to help reshape what is possible at its many properties.

https://www.metro-magazine.com/10249638/mv-transportations-cris-kibbee-on-how-ai-is-redefining-retention-safety-and-serv
Categories: Management
MTA Completes Grand Central-42 St Station Upgrade Project

Completed on time and under budget, the Grand Central–42 St station modernization enhances safety, accessibility, and passenger flow for one of the busiest...

https://www.metro-magazine.com/10249794/mta-completes-grand-central-42-st-station-upgrade-project

Recently, Executive Editor Alex Roman had a chance to talk to Chalmers, GM at Hotard Coaches Inc. in New Orleans, about being a leader in a historically...

https://www.metro-magazine.com/podcasts/being-a-woman-in-transportation-mentorship-and-more-with-hotards-julie-chalmers
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...

https://www.metro-magazine.com/10249646/why-transit-leaders-require-better-tools-for-operational-clarity-in-todays-tech-fragmented-environment
Categories: Motorcoach, Rail, Technology
Biz Briefs: Tolar, Urban Solar, MCI, and More

Biz Briefs covers the latest supplier news in the motorcoach and public transit industries.

https://www.metro-magazine.com/10249700/biz-briefs-tolar-urban-lighting-mci-and-more
Categories: Management
VTA Reports Massive Crane at Work on BART Silicon Valley Extension

With one of the largest cranes in the U.S. now at work, the BART Silicon Valley Phase II project enters a pivotal stage.

https://www.metro-magazine.com/10249721/vta-reports-massive-crane-at-work-on-bart-silicon-valley-extension
Categories: Management
MARTA to Modernize Entire Fare Collection System

The agency launches a comprehensive fare system upgrade, introducing contactless payments, new Breeze cards, and a redesigned mobile app by spring 2026.

https://www.metro-magazine.com/10249683/marta-to-modernize-entire-fare-collection-system
Categories: New Mobility, Technology
HOLON Solidifies Plan for Florida Production Facility

The company, together with its partner InLight, signed a Term Sheet for the construction of its first production facility in the US.

https://www.metro-magazine.com/10249681/holon-solidifies-plan-for-florida-production-facility
Categories: Management
LIT Names Board Officers for 2026, Issues Call for New Board Members

As LIT marks its 10th anniversary, the organization has elected a new leadership team for the 2026–27 term and is issuing a call for six new board members.

https://www.metro-magazine.com/10249617/lit-announces-board-officers-for-2026-issues-call-for-new-board-members
Categories: Management, Rail, Technology
New York MTA Hits Ridership Milestone, 3B Taps with OMNY

On Wednesday, October 22, 4.52 million customers rode the subway, and on Thursday, October 23, that figure was 4.55 million riders.

https://www.metro-magazine.com/10249608/new-york-mta-hits-ridership-milestone-3b-taps-with-omny
Categories: Bus, Electric Vehicles, Operations, Zero Emissions
Florida's PSTA Launches Spark All-Electric Bus Service

Designed to deliver faster, cleaner, and more reliable travel, Spark expands access to jobs, schools, and essential services while advancing the city’s...

https://www.metro-magazine.com/10249604/floridas-psta-launches-spark-all-electric-bus-service
Categories: Management
How Santa Maria Regional Transit Became a National Model for Smart, Sustainable Mobility

From all-electric buses and real-time data analytics to an autonomous security robot, SMRT is showing how smaller transit systems can lead the way in...

https://www.metro-magazine.com/10249576/how-santa-maria-regional-transit-became-a-national-model-for-smart-sustainable-m
Categories: Management
American Public Transportation Association Hosts 2025 Congressional Fly-In

APTA leaders and members met with lawmakers to advocate for full federal funding of transit and passenger rail, along with policy reforms to accelerate...

https://www.metro-magazine.com/10249525/american-public-transportation-association-hosts-2025-congressional-fly-in
Categories: Management
SEPTA Delays Bus Purchase, Accessibility Upgrades to Transfer Funds to Operating Budget

The agency is shifting $394 million from its capital program to cover operating costs and prevent near-term service cuts.

https://www.metro-magazine.com/10249514/septa-delays-bus-purchase-accessibility-upgrades-to-transfer-funds-to-operating-budget
Categories: Bus, Management, Rail
MBTA Approves $850M in Funding to Enhance Safety, Reliability

The funding, stemming from a state transportation fund, will improve safety and reliability across the MBTA system.

https://www.metro-magazine.com/10249451/mbta-approves-850m-in-funding-to-enhance-safety-reliability
Categories: Management, New Mobility
Metrolink Expands Smart Crossing Technology to LA County

Metrolink expands its smart crossing technology to Los Angeles County, improving safety and reducing delays for drivers, pedestrians, and rail passengers.

https://www.metro-magazine.com/10249447/metrolink-expands-smart-crossing-technology-to-la-county
Categories: Security and Safety
Portland Police Return to TriMet Transit Police for the First Time Since 2020

Portland Police Bureau, Multnomah County Sheriff’s Office, and Port of Portland Police Department additions increase Transit Police staffing to 31.

https://www.metro-magazine.com/10249442/portland-police-return-to-trimet-transit-police-for-the-first-time-since-2020

Scott Michael, President and CEO of the UMA, joins METRO’s Executive Editor Alex Roman to discuss what the association is doing to increase the number of...

https://www.metro-magazine.com/podcasts/attracting-new-operators-to-the-industry-and-more-with-the-umas-scott-michael

Josh Stoddard is the Director of Vehicle Maintenance at Spokane Transit Authority (STA), a role he has held since at least April 2025. In this capacity, he...

https://www.metro-magazine.com/podcasts/bus-tech-talk-josh-stoddard-talks-growth-opportunity-at-spokane-transit
Categories: Management
Boston's MBTA Celebrates Accessibility Upgrade at Franklin Station

The agency's innovative mini-high platform design brings level boarding to the Franklin/Foxboro Commuter Rail.

https://www.metro-magazine.com/10249351/mbta-celebrates-accessibility-upgrade-at-franklin-station
The Powerless Brokers: Why California Can’t Build Transit

It is no secret that transit in the U.S. is slow and expensive to build.

https://www.metro-magazine.com/10249255/the-powerless-brokers-why-california-cant-build-transit
Categories: Management, Motorcoach
DATTCO Expands with New Massachusetts Facility

The move marks a significant step in DATTCO’s continued growth and commitment to serving communities across New England with safe, reliable, and...

https://www.metro-magazine.com/10249295/dattco-expands-with-new-massachusetts-facility
Categories: Bus, Management, Motorcoach, Rail
GILLIG, NFI Group Form 50/50 JV to Acquire American Seating Assets

The joint acquisition by the two U.S. heavy-duty transit bus manufacturers secures a critical component of the transit industry’s supply chain, positioning...

https://www.metro-magazine.com/10249291/gillig-nfi-group-form-50-50-jv-to-acquire-american-seating-assets
Categories: Paratransit
Chicago's Pace Expands Paratransit Network with Calumet City Transfer Site

Officials break ground on the region's second paratransit transfer facility for the south suburbs.

https://www.metro-magazine.com/10249287/chicagos-pace-expands-paratransit-network-with-calumet-city-transfer-site
Categories: Management, Motorcoach
American Bus Association Rebrands Ahead of Centennial Celebration

The unveiling marks a milestone moment as ABA prepares to celebrate a century of service and anticipates growth in 2026, the association said.

https://www.metro-magazine.com/10249268/american-bus-association-rebrands-ahead-of-centennial-celebration
Categories: Paratransit, Technology
MTA and RideCo Partner to Modernize Paratransit at Scale

NYCT operates the largest paratransit service in North America with a fleet of more than 1,100 dedicated vehicles and a network of thousands of taxis, TNC,...

https://www.metro-magazine.com/10249241/mta-and-rideco-partner-to-modernize-paratransit-at-scale
Categories: Bus, Management
Florida PSTA's SunRunner Marks 3 Year Anniversary

Recent data clearly show that SunRunner is delivering on its goals of enhancing safety, with both a reduction in overall crashes and a decrease in the...

https://www.metro-magazine.com/10249232/florida-pstas-sunrunner-marks-3-year-anniversary
Categories: Management
Santa Clara VTA Confirms Single Bore Design for BART Silicon Valley Phase II

The agency has endorsed a large single-bore tunnel as the preferred design for Phase II, citing reduced risk, lower costs, and minimal downtown disruption.

https://www.metro-magazine.com/10249176/santa-clara-vta-confirms-single-bore-design-for-bart-silicon-valley-phase-ii
Categories: Bus, Paratransit
Taking Forest River to the Next Level and More with Doug Wright

METRO Executive Editor Alex Roman talks with Wright about Forest River’s journey so far, what’s driving its success today, and his vision for the future.

https://www.metro-magazine.com/10249172/taking-forest-river-to-the-next-level-and-more-with-doug-wright
Categories: New Mobility, Technology
Biz Briefs: MTM Transit, CCW, and More

Biz Briefs covers the latest supplier news in the motorcoach and public transit industries.

https://www.metro-magazine.com/10249166/biz-briefs-mtm-transit-ccw-and-more
Categories: New Mobility, Technology
Arrowhead Transit, Routing Company Team for 100-Plus Vehicle Deployment

TRC is powering Arrowhead Transit’s scheduled and dial-a-ride programs, which include county-specific services across all 10 counties Arrowhead Transit serves.

https://www.metro-magazine.com/10249070/arrowhead-transit-routing-company-team-for-100-plus-vehicle-deployment
Categories: Bus, Management, Paratransit
Proposed Chicago Pace Budget Maintains Service, Raises Fares 10%

The proposed budget maintains current suburban fixed route service levels and invests in critical infrastructure.

https://www.metro-magazine.com/10249043/proposed-chicago-pace-budget-maintains-service-raises-fares-10
Categories: Paratransit, Rail, Technology
2 New Apps to Aid Visually Impaired, ASL NJ TRANSIT Users

The agency is enhancing accessibility with two new tools: GoodMaps for indoor navigation at Hoboken Terminal and Convo for live ASL interpreting at Newark...

https://www.metro-magazine.com/10249041/2-new-apps-to-aid-visually-impaired-asl-nj-transit-users
Categories: Management
RTD Outlines Cost-Saving Measures and Debt Strategy in 2026 Budget

The agency will implement cost-saving measures in 2026 to maintain service levels, fulfill core functions, and retain its workforce.

https://www.metro-magazine.com/10249036/rtd-outlines-cost-saving-measures-and-debt-strategy-in-2026-budget
Categories: Management, Paratransit, Technology
Designing Transit for an Aging America: A Conversation with SilverRide’s Jeff Maltz

SilverRide recently published a blog by its CEO/Founder, Jeff Maltz, “The Crucial Link of Aging in Place: Transportation That Works,” which explored how...

https://www.metro-magazine.com/10248842/designing-transit-for-an-aging-america-a-conversation-with-silverrides-jeff-malt
Categories: Bus, Motorcoach, New Mobility, Rail
MDOT, Detroit, and Michigan Central Collaborate on New Multimodal Transit Hub

Designed to bring robust transportation infrastructure and enhanced multimodal connectivity options to the city.

https://www.metro-magazine.com/10249014/mdot-detroit-and-michigan-central-collaborate-on-new-multimodal-transit-hub
Categories: Bus, Electric Vehicles, Operations, Technology, Zero Emissions
CALSTART’s 2025 ZET Ahead Dashboard Tracks State Zero-Emission Progress

The 2025 update to ZET Ahead includes detailed profiles of six new states: Illinois, Michigan, New Mexico, Texas, Georgia, and Florida, as well as progress...

https://www.metro-magazine.com/10249012/calstarts-2025-zet-ahead-dashboard-tracks-state-zero-emission-progress
Categories: Security and Safety
Crime on SEPTA Continues to Drop, New Quarterly Report Shows

The Philadelphia agency's quarterly data shows reductions in seven of the eight serious crime categories, including aggravated assaults and thefts.

https://www.metro-magazine.com/10249001/crime-on-septa-continues-to-drop-new-quarterly-report-shows
Categories: Management, Rail
MTA to Commence Environmental Assessment of Interborough Express Project

The commencement of environmental review marks the first significant milestone reached for the IBX, following Gov. Hochul’s announcement in August that the...

https://www.metro-magazine.com/10248979/mta-to-commence-environmental-assessment-of-interborough-express-project
Improving Transit Accessibility by Offering Assistive Listening

Did you know that there are literally tens of millions of people worldwide with hearing loss, many of whom will use some form of public transit at some point?

https://www.metro-magazine.com/10248783/improving-transit-accessibility-by-offering-assistive-listening
Categories: Electric Vehicles, Operations, Rail, Technology, Zero Emissions
Metro-North Taps STV to Procure First Battery-Electric Locomotive

The firm is performing design reviews, test coverage, and vehicle inspection services for this program.

https://www.metro-magazine.com/10248932/metro-north-taps-stv-to-procure-first-battery-electric-locomotive
Categories: Bus, Management, Rail
Chicago Transit Proposes 3 Operating Budgets for 2026

The three budget scenarios being presented maintain, build upon, or reverse the successes achieved so far in 2025, and each calls for a modest fare...

https://www.metro-magazine.com/10248912/chicago-transit-proposes-3-operating-budgets-for-2026
Categories: Management
California’s OCTA Wave Card Launches with Free Rides and Fare Capping for Riders

Wave users automatically get the best fare and enjoy free rides during the launch promotion. Additional payment options offer flexibility and convenience...

https://www.metro-magazine.com/10248903/californias-octa-wave-card-launches-with-free-rides-and-fare-capping-for-riders
Categories: Management
Chicago's Racine Blue Line Station Reopens After Major Accessibility Overhaul

Racine Blue Line station was rebuilt as part of the All Stations Accessibility Program, the CTA's blueprint for making all of its rail stations vertically...

https://www.metro-magazine.com/10248821/chicagos-racine-blue-line-station-reopens-after-major-accessibility-overhaul
Categories: Management
Chicago's Metra Unveils 2026 Budget of $1.1 Billion, Includes First Fare Increase Since 2018

The agency reports no planned service cuts as it seeks public input and prepares for looming funding gaps after COVID relief ends.

https://www.metro-magazine.com/10248796/chicagos-metra-unveils-2026-budget-of-1-1-billion-includes-first-fare-increase-s
Categories: Management
What India's Everyday Public Transit Reveals About U.S. Challenges

From efficiency to culture, a rickshaw run in India reveals people-centered lessons for building stronger American transit.

https://www.metro-magazine.com/10248371/what-indias-everyday-public-transit-reveals-about-u-s-challenges
Categories: Bus, Paratransit
GCRTA Receives NOACA Funding to Acquire New Transit Vehicles

Under the award, NOACA will provide federal funds equal to 80% of eligible costs, up to a maximum of $1,695,348, beginning in State Fiscal Year 2026.

https://www.metro-magazine.com/10248751/gcrta-receives-noaca-funding-to-acquire-new-transit-vehicles
Categories: Security and Safety, Technology
New York's MTA Expands Bus Lane Camera Program

Vehicles improperly using busways and bus lanes, blocking bus stops, or illegally double-parked will receive warning notices in the mail for an initial...

https://www.metro-magazine.com/10248745/new-yorks-mta-expands-bus-lane-camera-program


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