Mass Transit

Zonar Completes Strategic Agreement with Daimler Trucks North America to Provide Virtual Technician Remote Diagnostic Systems

Developed for DTNA by Zonar, the Virtual Technician transmits real-time engine diagnostics with vehicle performance indicators to the Detroit Diesel Customer Support Center. The support center then proactively communicates with fleets and vehicle...

Press Release • August 9th, 2011

CHK America Awarded Customer Information Design Project for 8,500 Bus Stops for 'America’s Transit System'

The five-year contract calls for original designs using CHK's Spider Diagrams™ to be placed at WMATA's busiest bus stop locations. The customized designs will include stop specific schedule information and easy to read route schematics identifying...

Press Release • August 9th, 2011

IBM and Portland Collaborate to Build a Smarter City

The city of Portland and IBM have collaborated to develop an interactive model of the relationships that exist among the city's core systems, including the economy, housing, education, public safety, transportation, healthcare/wellness, government...

Press Release • August 9th, 2011

SightLogix Names Dollacker & Associates as Manufacturer’s Rep

Systems Expert to Represent SightLogix Outdoor Video Solutions in South Central U.S.

Press Release • August 9th, 2011

Big Blue Bus’ Senior Service Planner Receives Swedish Institute’s 'Swedish-American Bicentennial Fellowship'

This prestigious grant recognizes Casey for his professional work and accomplishments at the Big Blue Bus for more than a decade.

Press Release • August 9th, 2011

Greater Dayton RTA Has Launched Video Advertising On Board Buses

An exciting new medium, onboard videos provides businesses an opportunity to reach new markets while RTA officials are hopeful of increasing revenue to help support its service to customers.

Press Release • August 9th, 2011

Lethbridge Transit is the latest to get onboard the smart card route with BEA Transit Solutions

The $1.4-million contract includes the supply and installation of a complete AFC system featuring the use of BEA smart card technology for its fleet of 43 transit vehicles. The system is expected to be launched in late 2011.

Press Release • August 9th, 2011

Secretary LaHood Announces $179 Million to California for Continued Development of Integrated, Statewide Passenger Rail Network

$86 million will extend high speed rail service along Central Valley segment, the backbone of the Los Angeles to San Francisco Corridor.

Press Release • August 9th, 2011

SFMTA Deploys Full Clipper Fare Collection on Cable Cars

Now, Muni cash customers can pay their fare with the cash on their Clipper cards and pass customers no longer have to activate their cards prior to boarding.

Press Release • August 9th, 2011

AC Propulsion Appoints Susan Hoyle Vice President, CFO

Former interim CFO Susan Hoyle will continue driving financial growth in new permanent role at electric vehicle technology leader.

Press Release • August 8th, 2011

New Flyer Announces the Award of Two Vendor-Managed Inventory Contracts

Both Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority (WMATA) and the Maryland Transit Administration (MTA) are existing New Flyer customers for the provision of new buses and spare parts. Both contracts were competitively bid, and are incremental to...

Press Release • August 8th, 2011

Extended Firmware for MEN Micro Rugged Ethernet Switches Facilitates Data Management

Low-power, modular switches are ideal for complex networks in harsh environments.

Press Release • August 8th, 2011

Breaking Down Barriers Initiative Provides Foundation for New Legislation

Rep. Miller’s bill based on the OCTA-led initiative to speed up project delivery

Press Release • August 8th, 2011

AHSRA Briefs Congressional Staff on Job Creation in Passenger Rail

High Speed and Intercity Passenger Rail Investment Create Good Paying American Jobs

Press Release • August 8th, 2011

International Electronic Machines sells Miniature Electronic Wheel Gauges to CSX Transportation

This Mini-EWG allows railroads to efficiently manage their wheel measurement requirements. Using the Mini-EWG, users can easily measure critical wheel metrics, including flange thickness, flange height, rim thickness, and reference groove.

Press Release • August 8th, 2011

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