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American Public Transportation Association @apta-info.bsky.social · 6h

"APTA congratulates David Fink on his confirmation as @usdot.bsky.social FRA Administrator. His decades of rail leadership & deep industry expertise will be invaluable as the nation strengthens its passenger rail network," begins a statement from APTA CEO Paul Skoutelas. www.apta.com/news-publica...

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American Public Transportation Association @apta-info.bsky.social · 1d

Work will be performed at @ctranvancouver.c-tran.com’s facility in Vancouver, Washington, where CCW teams will ensure each barrier meets C-TRAN’s specifications, transit industry safety standards, and installation deadlines.

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C-TRAN Awards CCW Contract to Supply and Install Driver Protection - Passenger Transport

C-TRAN, Vancouver, WA, has awarded Complete Coach Works (CCW) a contract to supply and install Wabtec vShield driver safety and security barriers across a portion of the agency’s fixed-route fleet. Th...

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American Public Transportation Association @apta-info.bsky.social · 2d

This month, the APTA Standards Development Program is running a public review of seven documents on rail transit signals and communications. If you have any feedback, please share you comments with us by November 2, 2025 > conta.cc/48hVHtO

October Comment on Rail Transit Signals and Comms

Standards Public Comment - 10/6/2025 October 2025 Public Review and Commenting on Rail Transit Signals and Communications The APTA Standards Program has advanced seven new documents for public revi

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American Public Transportation Association @apta-info.bsky.social · 5d

Join APTA in celebrating National Transit Career Day November 13! The day is the perfect opportunity for public transit agencies and businesses to partner in recruiting new talent and engaging current employees. aptapassengertransport.com/highlight-an... #TransitCareers

Highlight and Celebrate Rewarding Careers in Public Transportation! - Passenger Transport

Join APTA in celebrating National Transit Career Day Nov. 13. The day is the perfect opportunity for public transit agencies and businesses to partner in recruiting new talent and engaging current emp...

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American Public Transportation Association @apta-info.bsky.social · 6d

See the Fact Book, infographics, and more > www.apta.com/research-tec...

Public Transportation Fact Book

An annual report on public transportation in the U.S. and Canada.

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American Public Transportation Association @apta-info.bsky.social · 6d

At #APTAtransform25, we unveiled our new 2025 Fact Book, highlighting the impact of public transit. From brake systems and seat frames to GPS tracking and fare tech, public transportation is built by American companies. #PublicTransitImpact

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American Public Transportation Association @apta-info.bsky.social · 7d

See APTA's new Legislative Update on today's government shutdown and its impacts on public transportation > myemail.constantcontact.com/Government-S...

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American Public Transportation Association @apta-info.bsky.social · 7d

The Transit Cooperative Research Program has conducted hundreds of studies and produced practical ideas to make transit better. Check out some of the latest reports, syntheses, legal digests, and more, all for free! > www.trb.org/TCRP/TCRP.aspx

#TCRP @usdot.bsky.social

Transit Cooperative Research Program (TCRP)

TCRP is an applied research program that develops near-term, practical solutions to problems facing public transportation.

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American Public Transportation Association @apta-info.bsky.social · 7d

Today is #TCRPday! The public #transit industry is advancing and innovating, and today local volunteers at public transportation organizations are sharing with their colleagues the latest research and transit solutions. 🧵

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American Public Transportation Association @apta-info.bsky.social · 8d

#TCRPday is tomorrow, October 1, plus don't miss the latest #TCRP research on:
+Providing Low-Income Fare Discounts
+Resilient Zero-Emission Transit Bus Fleets
+The Impacts of and Response to Drug Use on Transit
+Integrating ADA and On-Demand Services
+Deterring Transit Assaults
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American Public Transportation Association @apta-info.bsky.social · 8d

Federal transit investment = lasting economic growth.

With federal funding, Siemens Mobility is building a $220M rail facility in Lexington, NC—creating 500+ jobs, adding $1.6B to the state’s economy, and expanding U.S. passenger rail. 🚆

Learn more: www.mobility.siemens.com/us/en/compan...

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American Public Transportation Association @apta-info.bsky.social · 9d

[email protected] officially celebrated the installation of new fare gates at all of its stations to satisfy customer demands, particularly around fare evasion and safety on trains.

Those efforts were felt by the passengers @abc7news.bsky.social talked to before Friday's event abc7news.com/post/bart-ce...

BART celebrates installation of new fare gates at all of its stations

BART General Manager Bob Powers says the agency has spent months working to install the new gates - an initiative driven by the need to satisfy customer demands, particularly around fare evasion and s...

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American Public Transportation Association @apta-info.bsky.social · 9d

Metro RTA in Akron, Ohio is using federal investments to fuel economic growth. Their latest maintenance and operations facility will improve bus performance and support hundreds of new jobs.

Check out the historic project and what it means for the Akron community: www.apta.com/a-new-facili...

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American Public Transportation Association @apta-info.bsky.social · 13d

@metrolosangeles.bsky.social’s A Line is officially open, now extending to Pomona with 4 new stations, connecting even more LA communities and expanding access to jobs, education, and opportunity.

Learn more: www.nbclosangeles.com/news/local/g...

Metro to open A Line extension project. Here's what to know

Metro is expected to celebrate the grand opening of its A (Gold) Line Extension Project Friday, bringing new local rail service to the San Gabriel Valley cities of Glendora, San Dimas, La Verne and Po...

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American Public Transportation Association @apta-info.bsky.social · 13d

APTA today released its 2025 Public Transportation Vehicle Database, an annual report detailing the bus and rail fleet characteristics of U.S. and Canadian transit agencies, representing systems that carry 80 percent of U.S. transit ridership. www.apta.com/news-publica...

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American Public Transportation Association @apta-info.bsky.social · 14d

Are you in the DC area? Today is is your last chance to register for the free October 1, #TCRPday celebration at the Transportation Research Board's DC headquarters. Learn more or sign up now > conta.cc/46l1VHR

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American Public Transportation Association @apta-info.bsky.social · 16d

APTA submitted comments to the @usdot.bsky.social's FTA, Sept. 18, on how to improve the Capital Investment Grants (CIG) program, in response to a Request for Information published in the Federal Register Aug. 19, 2025.

Read APTA’s responses: aptapassengertransport.com/apta-provide...

APTA Provides Comments to FTA CIG Program RFI - Passenger Transport

APTA submitted comments to FTA, Sept. 18, on how to improve the Capital Investment Grants (CIG) program, in response to a Request for Information (RFI) published in the Federal Register Aug. 19, 2025....

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American Public Transportation Association @apta-info.bsky.social · 16d

... 2025 Outstanding Public Transportation System Achievement award. aptapassengertransport.com/apta-podcast...

APTA Podcast: Journey to Outstanding Public Transportation System Achievement - Passenger Transport

APTA recorded and filmed a special episode of its official podcast, The Transit Authority, at the TRANSform conference in Boston, MA. Guest Randy Clarke, general manager and chief executive officer of...

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American Public Transportation Association @apta-info.bsky.social · 16d

APTA recorded and filmed a special episode of its official podcast, The Transit Authority, at #APTAtransform25 in Boston. Guest @wmatagm.bsky.social described the accomplishments and innovations that resulted in peer recognition for @wmata.com as winner of APTA’s ...

APTA Podcast: Journey to Outstanding Public Transportation System Achievement - Passenger Transport

APTA recorded and filmed a special episode of its official podcast, The Transit Authority, at the TRANSform conference in Boston, MA. Guest Randy Clarke, general manager and chief executive officer of...

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American Public Transportation Association @apta-info.bsky.social · 16d

Late last week, APTA President and CEO Paul P. Skoutelas took part in a House Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure (T&I) Highways and Transit Subcommittee Roundtable, titled Restoring Public Trust on Transit: Perspectives on Improving Safety. aptapassengertransport.com/safety-is-co...

Transit Safety Is Core Value and Is Improving, Says APTA President and CEO at T&I Roundtable - Passenger Transport

APTA President and CEO Paul P. Skoutelas took part in a House Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure (T&I) Highways and Transit Subcommittee Roundtable, Sept. 18, titled Restoring Public Trust...

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American Public Transportation Association @apta-info.bsky.social · 16d

Today at 2pm ET: Join the free #TCRP webinar “The Future of Commuter Rail in North America” 🚆

What you’ll get: @caltrain.com/ @septaphilly.bsky.social case studies; fare & service innovation; infrastructure strategy; funding trends; & earn 1.5 AICP CM credits.

Register now > conta.cc/4mx2kf8

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American Public Transportation Association @apta-info.bsky.social · 19d

At #APTAtransform25, we had the chance to showcase NextGen @amtrak.com trains — built right here in America, creating jobs and driving innovation.

From advanced engineering to enhanced passenger comfort, Acela is setting a new standard for high-speed travel. #PublicTransitImpact #TransitIsEssential

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American Public Transportation Association @apta-info.bsky.social · 20d

APTA CEO Paul Skoutelas was pleased to join today's TransportGOP/ @transportdems.bsky.social roundtable & looks forward to working w/ Chair Sam Graves, Ranking Member @repricklarsen.bsky.social, Transit Chair Rep David Rouzer, & others to deliver safe, reliable public transportation to all Americans

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American Public Transportation Association @apta-info.bsky.social · 21d

This week at #APTAtransform25, APTA elected @rtachicago.bsky.social Executive Director Leanne Redden as our new Chair!
Hear directly from @lreddenrta.bsky.social on the 3 strategies she'll pursue over the next year > aptapassengertransport.com/the-power-of...
#PublicTransitImpact #TransitIsEssential

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American Public Transportation Association @apta-info.bsky.social · 21d

It's the final day of APTA's TRANSform conference in Boston and we've added even more pictures of the event to Flickr, like these shots from some of yesterday's 22 breakout sessions. See more here> www.flickr.com/photos/aptat...

#APTAtransform25 is hosted locally by @mbta.com and presented by HNTB.

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