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U.S. Department of Transportation Approves $120 Million Loan to Strengthen Public Transit in Dallas

U.S. Transportation Secretary Ray LaHood approved a nearly $120 million loan that will enable Dallas Area Rapid Transit (DART) to advance construction on the third phase of its light rail Orange Line extension project.

Press Release • December 17th, 2012
HDR Taps Vozzolo to Lead Streetcar Program; Names Three Regional Directors

David Vozzolo has been appointed director of HDR’s streetcar practice. He previously served as interim director while Charlie Hales campaigned for the mayoral seat in Portland, Ore.

Press Release • December 17th, 2012
VIA's BRT Primo Service Begins December 17

On Monday, December 17 VIA Primo will begin service between downtown and the new South Texas Medical Center Transit Center.

Press Release • December 17th, 2012
MTA Police Arrest Two Suspects Wanted for Bus Operator Assault

The Maryland Transit Administration (MTA) Police announced the arrests of two suspects in the alleged attack of an MTA bus operator last week.

Press Release • December 14th, 2012
Nutcracker Holiday Bus Brings Cheer to Phoenix Streets

Bringing together ballet and buses might seem like a far-fetched idea, but the combination proved successful for the Phoenix Public Transit Department.

Press Release • December 14th, 2012
125 Years of Transit History Recognized in Phoenix

As Arizona concludes its centennial year of statehood, Phoenix transit fans had an opportunity to recognize another anniversary in the desert.

Press Release • December 14th, 2012
Fort Worth T Honored with Five National Communications Awards

The Fort Worth Transportation Authority (The T) has been honored with five 2012 AdWheel Awards from the American Public Transportation Association (APTA) for its marketing and communications campaigns developed in partnership with their agency of...

Press Release • December 13th, 2012
National High Speed Rail Awards Announced

The US High Speed Rail Association presented this year's High Speed Rail Awards to leaders at its 10th High Speed Rail Conference in Los Angeles, December 3-5.

Press Release • December 13th, 2012
Ohio Launches Jobs and Transportation Plan to Fuel Critical Highway Projects

Governor John R. Kasich embarked on a two-day state tour as he, Ohio Department of Transportation (ODOT) Director Jerry Wray, Ohio Turnpike Director Rick Hodges and others unveil a first-of-its-kind plan to generate approximately $3 billion for...

Press Release • December 13th, 2012
GIRO to Provide Software for Rail Project in Denver

Denver Transit Operators (DTO) awarded GIRO a contract to provide HASTUS software modules that will address timetabling, rolling stock management and crew management aspects of its rail operations.

Press Release • December 13th, 2012
Fleet Leaders "Cautiously Optimistic" About Year Ahead; GreenRoad Releases Fleet Leader Outlook for 2013

GreenRoad published results from a “Fleet Leader 2013 Outlook” study. According to the study, the majority of fleet leaders, 54 percent, are "cautiously optimistic" about 2013.

Press Release • December 13th, 2012
BART to Give Job-Seeking Veterans Preference in Hiring

The BART Board of Directors voted to adopt a new hiring policy that gives preference to job-seeking military veterans. Starting January 1, 2013, external job candidates who show proof of active status of at least 181 days and receive a passing score...

Press Release • December 10th, 2012
Metro Project Provides Safer Underground Railways

The final project results are to be presented at an international seminar at Rosersberg outside Stockholm on 10 and 11 December. More than 160 participants from 20 different countries will be attending.

Press Release • December 10th, 2012
SJRRC Refreshes ACE Brand with new Logo

The San Joaquin Regional Rail Commission (SJRRC), known for its management of the Altamont Commuter Express (ACE), introduces a new logo for the passenger rail service soon to reach its 15-year milestone.

Press Release • December 10th, 2012
MARC Train Tickets for Presidential Inauguration to Go On Sale

The Maryland Transit Administration (MTA) is pleased to announce ticket sales for the special MARC Train service for the Presidential Inauguration on Monday, January 21, 2013. The commemorative tickets will go on sale December 17, 2012 at 8:00 a.m...

Press Release • December 10th, 2012

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