Keolis in North America (Keolis) has announced strategic enhancements to its regional executive leadership team. Fadi Chakbazof is joining as the new president and chief operating officer for U.S. transit and Ryan Adams has been appointed to a newly created chief performance officer role. Both Adams and Chakbazof will report directly to Brad Thomas, regional…
Read More >>Cincinnati (OH) Metro has announced that Khaled Shammout has been promoted to Deputy Innovation and Vision Officer, effective immediately. Shammout will continue to oversee strategic planning, transit network planning and scheduling, transit infrastructure fund program, right-of-way and transit centers design and construction. “Shammout has more than 30 years of transit experience in the public and…
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Alexander Dennis, a subsidiary of NFI Group Inc., has announced that it has delivered a new Enviro200 bus to English operator Hatch Green Coaches. “This is their first new vehicle from Alexander Dennis,” according to a press release. “The vehicle is fitted with 30 comfortable Alexander Dennis SmartSeats with three-point belts, giving passengers a great…
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The American Public Transportation Association (APTA) recently honored during its Mobility Conference, in Austin, TX, six public transportation providers with 2025 Bus Safety, Security and Emergency Management Awards, and four transit agencies with a Certificate of Merit. The awards recognize transit organizations for their innovative and proactive programs. “Congratulations to the award-winning public transit systems…
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Daimler Coaches North America has broken ground on a state-of-the-art delivery and service center in Jacksonville, FL, further strengthening its footprint and commitment in the North American market. “This expansion enhances customer support by centralizing operations and providing a premium experience for both new Mercedes-Benz Tourrider motorcoaches and pre-owned coaches,” according to a press release.…
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Laketran has announced the winners of their 2025 Design a Bus Wrap art contest. Lily Walker, a sophomore at Mentor (OH) High School, won first prize for her design entry themed, “50 Years Of A Cleaner, Greener, Lake County!” As the top winner, Walker’s design will be displayed on one of Laketran’s Dial-a-Ride buses for…
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The electric transformation of Pace Suburban Bus (Arlington Heights, IL) recently reached a major milestone when state and local officials joined agency leaders to break ground on the renovation of Pace’s North Division Garage. The project will create the region’s first bus facility designed to support an all-electric fleet and move forward Pace’s transition to a zero-emission…
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BAE Systems, a provider of heavy-duty electric propulsion, will provide 42 electric drive systems for the San Francisco Municipal Transportation Agency’s (SFMTA) new fleet of hybrid-electric buses. “The company will deliver its Gen3 electric drive systems to bus manufacturer New Flyer for integration into the vehicles, providing San Francisco with proven and cost-effective technology that reduces…
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Wabtec is introducing its new Vapor vShield® full enclosure operator protection doors, announced John Condon, Vice President of Sales, North America. “Vapor vShield® operator protection doors are custom designed for transit agency fleets where driver safety is a concern,” according to a press release. “The new Vapor vShield full enclosure door includes a heavy-duty lower…
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The Bus Center Atlanta has announced that it is an authorized dealership for the Collins Bus Corporation. “This partnership between Bus Center Atlanta and Collins Bus will offer dependable transportation solutions, not only for the State of Georgia, but the surrounding states,” according to a press release. “For more than 50 years, Collins Bus has…
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