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The study finds that $1 invested returns nearly $4 in improved health outcomes, increased workforce participation and other economic benefits.
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TriMet
TriMet’s 82nd Avenue Transit Project will feature seven miles of Business Access and Transit transit-priority lanes in each direction.
The special lanes will help buses move past traffic on 82nd Avenue and provide space for drivers to access area businesses.
Feb. 17, 2026
MeVa
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In 2022, the former Merrimack Valley Transit Authority in northeastern Massachusetts underwent a transformation to better fit the needs of its riders.
Feb. 17, 2026
Pailton Engineering
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For the person in the cab, the workstation is their daily environment, and small design compromises become big physical costs over time.
Feb. 17, 2026
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From 2020 to 2026, how has the landscape changed for transit agencies looking to transition their bus fleets to cleaner vehicles?
Feb. 17, 2026
ENSCO
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As weather extremes become more frequent, transit agencies recognize that resilience requires a coordinated approach.
Feb. 17, 2026
Sound Transit
On Feb. 14, Sound Transit will begin simulated testing for Link 2 Line trains before the opening of the Crosslake Connection on March 28.
Crosslake Connection is set to begin passenger service March 28 and is the final component of the 2 Line.
Feb. 12, 2026
Amtrak
A transit leader delivers remarks in front of the new Airo train.
The new trains will first serve the Pacific Northwest before more launch on the Northeast Regional in 2027.
Feb. 11, 2026
STV
The Utah Transit Authority (UTA) has selected STV to support the expansion of UTA’s FrontRunner commuter rail system.
The project will modernize and expand the 89-mile commuter rail corridor between Ogden and Provo, Utah.
Feb. 11, 2026
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Data silos are one of the top reasons agencies remain reactive to safety incidents.
Feb. 17, 2026
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The transit industry needs interoperability standards before SaaS can truly compete.
Feb. 17, 2026
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Ensuring reliable wait and trip times while maintaining a safe and secure environment is top of mind for passengers.
Feb. 17, 2026
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When agencies treat procurement as a collaborative journey rather than a rigid contest, both sides benefit.
Feb. 17, 2026
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Cybersecurity incident response plans are becoming increasingly common as transit agencies hone their cyber skills.
Feb. 17, 2026
Verra Mobility
Verra Mobility logo.
The contract includes the city's red-light, speed and bus lane enforcement systems, as well as cameras used to enforce weight limits on the Brooklyn-Queens Expressway.
Feb. 12, 2026
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CATS light-rail train in Charlotte, NC
CATS must develop and submit corrective action plans to FTA that address all findings listed in the report within 30 days.
Feb. 3, 2026
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A BART PD cruiser drives away from the camera.
Overall crime was down 41% in 2025 while BART delivered nearly five million more trips than 2024.
Jan. 30, 2026
Wabtec
The image displays a mock up of a Wabtec branded train and a Dellner branded train connected with a coupler.
Wabtec says the move will bring complementing technologies under one roof.
Feb. 17, 2026
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Mass Transit subscribers outline their expectations for 2026, ranging from budgets and procurements to challenges and opportunities.
Feb. 17, 2026
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Chicago public transportation and cityscape from Western Avenue train station
Data from our Mobility Outlook Survey reveals a shift in what transit agencies perceive as their biggest challenge.
Feb. 17, 2026
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The department relaunch will also see Caltrans add a new deputy director of transit and rail programs.
Feb. 16, 2026