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Funding through the Motor Carrier Safety Assistance Program supports safety inspections of large buses, investigations of motor carriers in response to...
https://www.metro-magazine.com/10222772/fmcsa-awards-480m-in-motor-carrier-safety-funding
Made possible by grant funding from the CRISI program, this pioneering technology creates a better experience for drivers and pedestrians while increasing...
https://www.metro-magazine.com/10222770/metrolink-expands-smart-crossing-tech
The work builds upon previous transit projects on Chicago Avenue, creating a nearly continuous 3.9-mile bus lane from Grand to Ashland and from Milwaukee to...
https://www.metro-magazine.com/10222441/chicago-adding-new-bus-priority-lanes
The first phase of the rollout will begin June 3. Fare Ambassadors will continue to conduct fare checks on board Link and Sounder trains.
https://www.metro-magazine.com/10222263/sound-transit-set-to-launch-fare-inspection-program
Convened in the spring of 2022, the Blue-Ribbon Panel, consisting of education, social justice, business, and law enforcement experts, was given a mandate...
https://www.metro-magazine.com/10222244/new-york-mta-reports-fare-evasion-reduction-effortsUnlike with conductors and locomotive engineers, there have previously been no federal regulations mandating specific training requirements, safety and...
https://www.metro-magazine.com/10222039/fra-rail-safety-rules-require-certification-of-dispatchers-signal-employees
Selected projects will bring activities near transit, create a welcoming environment, and help address real or perceived public safety issues.
https://www.metro-magazine.com/10221729/rta-selects-8-station-activation-projects-to-improve-public-safety
The pilot aims to track and curb incidents of fare evasion, which costs SEPTA an estimated $30 million to $40 million annually.
https://www.metro-magazine.com/10221720/septa-conduent-launch-3d-fare-gate-pilot-program
MEHTA will now be known as MEHTA Engineering, an STV Company.
https://www.metro-magazine.com/10221370/stv-acquires-mehta-and-associates-inc
CTA supplements CPD’s efforts with its extensive network of more than 33,000 security-cameras and with hundreds of personnel deployed across the system each...
https://www.metro-magazine.com/10221036/chicago-crime-continues-downward-trend
Register now for the inaugural installment of METRO Magazine’s PTC, which will be held in conjunction with the Government Fleet Expo & Conference at the...
https://www.metro-magazine.com/10220842/learn-about-the-industrys-latest-trends-network-and-more-at-the-public-transit-c
The book features 30 new, expertly crafted chapters brimming with insights from leading public transportation figures.
https://www.metro-magazine.com/10220488/paul-comforts-new-book-published-by-sae-available-may-1
January 2024 had a record number of attacks — the second highest number of attacks for a month ever and 130% more than last January.
https://www.metro-magazine.com/10220419/mineta-study-examines-cyber-risk-landscape
The transaction is part of the comprehensive company action plan that Alstom announced in November, aiming at reinforcing its leadership position in the...
https://www.metro-magazine.com/10220177/alstom-sells-north-american-conventional-signaling-business
The new rule enhances safety in the rail industry by generally requiring and emphasizing the importance and necessity of a second crewmember on all trains.
https://www.metro-magazine.com/10220169/fra-issues-final-rule-on-train-crew-size-safety
The campaign can be seen in the STM’s ad spaces and features frontline workers on the job in the public transit network. The messaging delivers a clear,...
https://www.metro-magazine.com/10219886/montreal-campaign-focuses-on-ensuring-frontline-worker-safety
The major safety updates will make transit systems safer for transit workers and passengers nationwide, while providing workers more input in safety-making...
https://www.metro-magazine.com/10219559/fta-finalizes-regulations-to-promote-transit-safety-protect-workers
The additions bring the board to its full complement of five members. The NTSB has been functioning with three board members since the departure of Vice...
https://www.metro-magazine.com/10219532/ntsb-adds-2-board-members
As ridership grows, the agency will continue to incorporate innovative ways to serve customers throughout the region and keep them safe on their journey.
https://www.metro-magazine.com/10219411/wmata-ridership-up-crime-fare-evasion-down
The policy supports the District’s commitment to the safety of all transit worker staff, including frontline bus operators and passengers. It's designed to...
https://www.metro-magazine.com/10219409/californias-samtrans-adopts-code-of-conduct-enforcement-policies
Talson Solutions will review recent incline contracts, as well as current procedures and protocols. They will start their work this month.
https://www.metro-magazine.com/10219304/pittsburgh-region-transit-taps-consultant-for-monongahela-incline-review
The informative session will be moderated by Scott Belcher, executive director for ACES Mobility Coalition and feature Coalition for Reimagined Mobility’s...
https://www.metro-magazine.com/10219298/public-transit-conference-to-host-evolution-of-av-session
The new rule enhances safety in the rail industry by generally requiring and emphasizing the importance and necessity of a second crewmember on all trains.
https://www.metro-magazine.com/10219196/feds-release-final-rule-on-train-crew-size-safety-requirements
The city is exploring, and will soon begin piloting, emerging technologies designed to detect weapons carried by travelers into the transit system.
https://www.metro-magazine.com/10219130/new-york-to-pilot-new-tech-add-officers-to-increase-subway-safety
The grants will fund a variety of crossing safety and trespass prevention public education projects, which also will be conducted in conjunction with the...
https://www.metro-magazine.com/10219079/operation-lifesaver-awards-rail-safety-public-awareness-campaigns-in-11-states
By leveraging Hayden AI’s mobile perception platform installed on buses for transit zone enforcement and Mosaiq Insights, Snapper’s analytics platform, the...
https://www.metro-magazine.com/10218797/hayden-ai-snapper-services-partner-to-enhance-public-transit-data-analysis
The high-definition LCD screens are installed on board near the entry stairwell and continuously stream live video feeds from existing security camera...
https://www.metro-magazine.com/10218766/new-york-city-transit-unveils-security-monitor-screen-bus-pilot
Under the NPRM, transit agencies nationwide would be required to create a protection program geared at personnel who work on or around the tracks, implement...
https://www.metro-magazine.com/10218664/feds-open-public-comments-on-rail-transit-worker-safety-rule
RTD continues to hire officers for its Transit Police Department, with a goal to have 119 officers on staff by the end of 2024. In August 2022, the agency...
https://www.metro-magazine.com/10218655/denver-increases-transit-police-force-focused-on-goal
The TTC’s campaign comes as a new internal audit report shows fare evasion at an all-time high.
https://www.metro-magazine.com/10218652/toronto-latest-agency-to-enhance-fare-compliance-measures
The OCTA, which owns the track through San Clemente, worked in partnership with Metrolink, which operates regional passenger rail service, to build a...
https://www.metro-magazine.com/10218459/southern-californias-rail-line-set-to-resume-service
Emergency legislation, passed unanimously by the DC Council and signed by Mayor Muriel Bowser, includes a provision requiring anyone stopped for fare...
https://www.metro-magazine.com/10218123/d-c-transit-police-to-begin-issuing-fare-evasion-citations
The report, which is part of AECOM’s ongoing Future of Infrastructure thought leadership series, investigates the latest industry trends and outlines best...
https://www.metro-magazine.com/10218040/aecoms-report-focuses-on-future-of-high-speed-rail-delivery
In 2024, crews will be performing an estimated $6.5 million in repairs and maintenance. Through the end of May, crews will focus on 13 rail stations across...
https://www.metro-magazine.com/10217310/chicagos-crews-to-begin-refresh-renew-rail-station-work
The plan includes surging State personnel to assist NYPD bag checks, a new program bill that would permit transit bans for individuals that assault other...
https://www.metro-magazine.com/10217121/new-york-unveils-5-point-plan-to-increase-subway-safety
With all 33 steel beams for the foundation of the wall in place and Amtrak conducting its own risk analysis, the team has agreed that limited Pacific...
https://www.metro-magazine.com/10217114/amtraks-pacific-surfliner-relaunching-service-through-damaged-area
The need for an increased cybersecurity has never been greater, but there are still many transit agencies who may not know where to start. This session will...
https://www.metro-magazine.com/10217054/cybersecurity-at-the-forefront-at-this-years-public-transit-conference
The Summit gathered leaders and transit riders to explore solutions, including enhancing personal security and addressing perception of crime on transit and...
https://www.metro-magazine.com/10216763/chicago-summit-focuses-on-improving-transit-safety
The two technology providers recently announced a partnership designed to holistically enhance public transportation. Here's a look at how they plan on...
https://www.metro-magazine.com/10216556/inside-look-how-hayden-ai-lyt-plan-to-bring-expanded-tech-to-transit
The first phase of the approximately $152 million, full-depth reconstruction project will commence in May and focus on five segments of at-grade rail and...
https://www.metro-magazine.com/10216662/denvers-rtds-downtown-light-rail-reconstruction-project-to-launch-in-may
Last September, the TTC announced it would vastly enhance the visible presence of staff throughout the system, by hiring 130 customer service agents and 30...
https://www.metro-magazine.com/10216404/changes-impacting-ttc-customer-satisfaction-safety
For the second consecutive quarter, the percentage of riders who say they have seen BART PD on their trip has also reached a record high.
https://www.metro-magazine.com/10216324/bart-rider-satisfaction-up
As part of the initiative, customers will see special police officers walking trains and buses to provide a sense of security and address illegal activity...
https://www.metro-magazine.com/10216260/increased-patrols-security-cameras-boost-wmata-safety-program
The investment, a part of President Biden’s Investing in America agenda, will improve transportation systems across the nation while creating good-paying...
https://www.metro-magazine.com/10216186/fta-awards-631m-for-railcar-vehicle-replacement
The new funding from the state allows the OCTA and Metrolink project team to move forward on constructing a catchment wall at Mariposa Point in San...
https://www.metro-magazine.com/10216062/californias-octa-lands-7m-for-rail-protection
Take advantage of the Early Bird discount and save $200 until April 5 for the inaugural installment of METRO Magazine’s conference, which will be held in...
https://www.metro-magazine.com/10215761/public-transit-conference-set-for-louisville-kentucky
Crews accomplished this critical work due to unencumbered access to track areas while Red Line service was suspended between Alewife and Harvard stations...
https://www.metro-magazine.com/10215758/mbta-completes-expedited-red-line-track-work
Like many public spaces, smoking is prohibited on CTA’s buses and trains and in stations.
https://www.metro-magazine.com/10215172/chicago-police-work-to-extinguish-smoking-on-cta
With eight locations across Alabama, Arkansas, Mississippi, and Tennessee, Cline Tours is known for excellent customer service, diligent safety practices,...
https://www.metro-magazine.com/10215013/cline-tours-named-metros-motorcoach-operator-of-the-year
The support, provided through FTA’s ER Program, will help agencies repair damaged equipment and facilities and recoup costs for evacuation and rescue...
https://www.metro-magazine.com/10214994/fta-provides-110m-in-funding-to-help-transit-agencies-recover-from-natural-disas