A look back at some of the most-viewed articles, blogs, press releases and news stories of 2016 on MassTransitmag.com.
2016 Top 40 Under 40
Each year we recognize individuals for their contributions and who have shown a capacity for innovation, demonstrated leadership and a commitment to making an impact in transit.
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The Eagle P3 Has Landed: Nation's First P3 for Commuter Rail
The P3 method for project delivery requires a long-term commitment for operation and maintenance after construction, and success of the Eagle P3 to reach financial close reflects critical executive-level support and leadership.
Ahead of Schedule, Under Budget
Careful planning and hard work have paid off as Sound Transit prepares to launch new service.
HI: Ex-T Boss Resigning Honolulu Transit Job
A former MBTA chief ousted in 2009 by Gov. Deval Patrick has lost another high-profile transit post -- this time in Honolulu, where a commuter rail project spiraled over budget by billions of dollars and years behind schedule under his watch.
DC: Metro Fires 20 Managers in Overhaul Effort
The head of Washington’s Metrorail system fired 20 managers on Friday as part of an ongoing effort to overhaul the beleaguered transit agency, according to NBC news.
NY: MTA Pulls Out of APTA
The New York Metropolitan Transportation Authority, along with its affiliate and subsidiary agencies, discontinued it membership with the American Public transportation Association.
China: Futuristic Traffic-Straddling Bus Might be a Bust
A Chinese company delighted the Internet earlier this year with a proposal for a futuristic "bus" that straddles other vehicles, seemingly solving the twin problems of buses stuck in traffic and stopped buses blocking traffic.
DC: Transportation Lobbyist Joins Trump Transition Team
An experienced Washington lobbyist is joining President-elect Donald Trump’s transition team to help oversee transportation and infrastructure policy, according to the New York Times.
LA Metro Offers Reduced Fare Programs
Metro will implement new fare changes beginning Sept. 15 that will include for the first time a two-hour period of free transfers on Metro’s bus and rail system when using a stored value TAP (Transit Access Pass) card to pay for the base fare.
New York MTA Letter to APTA
In a seven-page letter, the MTA outlines the basis for the decision to terminate the membership in a unanimous opinion of the MTA executive leadership team.
The Travel Ban to North Carolina and the International Bus Roadeo
A top bus roadeo competitor offers his views on this year's International Bus Roadeo and the travel ban to North Carolina.
CAT Announces Real-Time Bus Locator Website
Capital Area Transit (CAT) has launched “Find My Cat Bus” a GPS-based mobile website to enable transit riders to easily locate CAT routes, stops, bus locations and estimated arrival times, Bill Jones, general manager, announced.
Transportation Ballot Measures Update
Transportation ballot measure results from the November 8 election.
Modernization: Electrifying the Bay Area’s Silicon Valley Rail Corridor
Increased capacity and improved service will help Caltrain meet increasing ridership demand and alleviate local and regional traffic congestion.
Virginia Beach Transit Extension Update
A 3.4-mile extension of The Tide to Virginia Beach will increase connectivity while supporting the city's plan to focus new growth in a mixed-use corridor.
2016 Will be A Record Year for Expanding Seattle's Light Rail Service
Sound Transit Board Chair and King County Executive Dow Constantine Jan. 13, joined Peter Rogoff, the agency’s new CEO, to provide news media with a preview of the epic year that lies ahead for expanding regional light rail service.
USDOT Announces $211M in Grants for New Buses, Facilities to Improve Bus Service
The U.S. Department of Transportation’s Federal Transit Administration (FTA) announced the selections for its Bus and Bus Facilities Grant Program that will help provide more modern, reliable bus service for transit riders across the country.
Melaniphy Resigns from APTA, White Named Interim Head
The American Public Transportation Association (APTA) has announced that Michael P. Melaniphy has resigned as APTA's president & CEO, effective April 29. The action comes after consensus between the APTA Executive Committee and Melaniphy.
Carolyn Flowers to Lead FTA
The American Public Transportation Association (APTA) congratulates Carolyn Flowers on her appointment to lead the Federal Transit Administration (FTA).
LA Metro Announces Organizational Changes
In a move to further position the organization to meet new challenges of providing excellence in customer service and support, Metro CEO Phillip Washington announced organizational changes.
Siemens Installs First Cummins Engine in New Diesel-Electric Charger Locomotive
This month, Siemens celebrated a production milestone at its Sacramento rail manufacturing plant by installing the first Cummins QSK95 engine with alternator that will power the new diesel-electric Charger locomotives.
Public Perception: What Transit Police are doing to Boost Community Relations
The chiefs of police from transit police departments from across the country share what they're doing to build trust and open lines of communication with their riders and the public.
Top Teams Compete at the 2016 International Bus Roadeo
Honing the skills that keep the buses running and the passengers moving, operators and maintainers from the U.S. and Canada competed at the 2016 International Bus Roadeo in Charlotte, North Carolina.
Limits of Capacity: Expansion and Modernization Along the NEC
Amtrak is expanding and modernizing the Acela Express service while adding amenities and ride quality of international high-speed train services for more comfort and productive travel.
Election 2016 — Which Outcomes Should Transit Fans Cheer For?
With control over both the White House and the U.S. Senate on the line, the outcome of the November elections will have a profound impact on the future of the federal surface transportation program in the coming years.
Video Surveillance in Public Transportation
A survey of public transportation organizations from around the world weigh in on their use of video surveillance.
The Best Cities for Public Transportation
Key metrics determine best transit systems in the U.S.
A Relentless Optimism at TTC
In the face of ongoing challenges and criticism, TTC CEO Andy Byford said the staff has made all the difference in meeting the challenges of pushing forward five megaprojects that will transform the service.
Zero-Emission Fuel Cell Train Unveiled at InnoTrans
At InnoTrans 2016, Alstom unveiled its latest rail addition - the Coradia iLint - which is a zero-emission train.
Metro Purple Line Subway Extension Construction Update
The Los Angeles County Metropolitan Transportation Authority (Metro) Purple Line is one of the most important transportation projects being built in Los Angeles County
PSTA: Path Forward
Last year’s referendum loss may have slowed plans down for PSTA, but incremental changes are in motion and technology is driving the streamlined service.
Rail Sizzles in Phoenix
Phoenix was host to transit rail industry experts sharing the latest on projects, technologies and innovations at the recent 2016 APTA Rail Conference.
The Impact of Aging Infrastructure
Transit leaders from across the U.S. talk about the challenges they face to maintain service and struggle to meet the growing demand in their regions.
