September/October 2023

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MCTS’ CONNECT 1 BRT Bringing Public Transportation Usage Up in Milwaukee Area

Brandon Lewis

Sept. 19, 2023

The BRT launched in June after a seven-year process and the results are promising so far.

Vehicles

Transit agency consortium applies for FTA waiver for minibuses

Mischa Wanek-Libman

Sept. 19, 2023

The consortium, led by HIRTA, is requesting the temporary waiver during a time when smaller transit providers face increased costs and limited supply for appropriately sized transit...

Fire Protection

BART’s three pillars of fire safety get the gold: APTA awards BART the 2023 APTA Rail Safety Gold Award

Eman Abu-Khaled

Sept. 19, 2023

BART’s director of fire life safety department opens up about what BART’s Fire Life and Safety program is all about.

Aerial view of the Orange County Convention Center West Concourse where APTA TRANSform and EXPO will return for its 2023 event.

APTA EXPO

APTA EXPO 2023: APTA’s big show returns to Orlando

Mischa Wanek-Libman

Sept. 19, 2023

Following a successful APTA TRANSform and EXPO in 2021, the association is preparing an event that will engage and inform attendees.

Fare Collection

Improve Fare Revenues and the Passenger Experience by Upgrading to a Modern, Future-Proofed Ticketing Infrastructure

Arthur Tay

Sept. 19, 2023

Via One Interface, the latest ticket validators and readers accept any ticket, presented, in any orientation, while also accepting contactless payments.

More content from September/October 2023

Management

Industry Insights: The Intersection of Diverse Leadership

Sept. 19, 2023

Canada, U.S. leaders speak out on their DEI journey.

A grade crossing in California reminds pedestrians to look both ways.

Safety & Security

Editor's Notebook: September Offers an Important Reminder about Rail Safety

Mischa Wanek-Libman

Sept. 19, 2023

Rail Safety Month and Rail Safety Week offer ample opportunities to focus on preventing tradgedies on and around railroad property.

Future Rail Treatment - NOW

Richard Stock

Sept. 19, 2023

The rail is a central component of the wheel-rail system, as it defines the wheel-rail contact patch together with the wheel.

The Importance of SOC 2® Examinations

Brian Farabaugh

Sept. 19, 2023

In today's increasingly digital world, where technology is in almost every aspect of our lives, the need for a strong culture of security has never been more crucial. Cyber threats...

Bus Builders, Bus Components, Accessories

Apex Exterior Bike Rack

Sportworks

Sept. 19, 2023

The Apex Exterior Bike Rack features modular trays, support for bikes up to 75 lbs. and tire widths up to 3.2 inches wide standard.

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Rail Vehicle Builders, Components & Accessories

Passenger Rail Seating

Freedman Seating Company

Sept. 19, 2023

Freedman Seating offers seating solutions for all types of passenger rail vehicles, including light-rail vehicles, subway, heavy rail, high speed and commuter.

Bus Vehicles

vShield® Operator Protection Door

Wabtec Bus Solutions

Sept. 19, 2023

Wabtec's vShield® Operator Protection Door features a large safety glass and heavy-duty lower door that provides a defensive barrier to protect against assaults and unwanted interaction...