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A TTC railcar vehicle
Newsby StaffMay 13, 2026

Toronto Introduces Body Cameras for Select Station Staff to Enhance Security

The phased introduction of the cameras for station staff follows the successful rollout of the devices with TTC Special Constables and Provincial Offenses Officers in January 2025.

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A bus operator behind the wheel
Newsby StaffMay 12, 2026

Assaults on Transit Workers Rise, Prompting Calls for Stronger Safety Measures

New research from MTI shows a sharp increase in attacks on public-facing transit employees, with North America accounting for a significant share and bus drivers among the most affected.

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An MBTA paratransit vehicle.
Articlesby Staff and News ReportsMay 1, 2026

FINAL CALL: Apply Now for METRO's 2026 Innovative Solutions Awards

Now in its latest edition, the awards recognize forward-thinking solutions that improve safety, operational efficiency, sustainability, rider experience, and overall system performance.

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A blue and white graphic with Safety Vision's logo and text reading "Report Shows Growing Impact of AI-Powered Video."
Newsby Staff and News ReportsMarch 26, 2026

AI Video Systems Emerging as Core Safety Infrastructure, Safety Vision Report Finds

Between accident prevention and insurance savings, new research outlines how transportation fleets are leveraging intelligent video and telematics technologies.

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Newsby Staff and News ReportsMarch 6, 2026

Biz Briefs: Tolar Manufacturing Supports PSTA Spark Service and More

Stay informed with these quick takes on the projects and companies driving progress across the transportation landscape.

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Caltrain trains on tracks
Newsby StaffMarch 6, 2026

Caltrain Adopts Corridor-Wide Right-of-Way Safety Strategy

Caltrain and its partners have implemented safety improvements at specific locations in response to known risk conditions, operational needs, and available funding since the agency’s founding.

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A photo of a Parsons & Sons Transportation motorcoach
Articlesby Alex RomanFebruary 26, 2026

How a Family-Run Company Built One of Atlantic Canada’s Most Trusted Transportation Providers

Family-run Newfoundland-based operator earns top honors with unwavering commitment to safety, innovation, and community.

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A Parsons & Sons bus
Newsby Staff and News ReportsFebruary 12, 2026

Parsons & Sons Named METRO’s 2026 Motorcoach Operator of the Year

METRO Executive Editor Alex Roman presented the award to the operation’s President/CEO Scott Parsons at the United Motorcoach Association’s EXPO in Birmingham, Alabama.

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A Société de transport de Montréal articulating public transit bus.
Newsby StaffFebruary 4, 2026

Montreal’s STM Expands Text Message Safety Reporting to Bus Network

The agency opens its text message safety reporting system to buses, enabling discreet, non-urgent reports across Montreal’s entire transit network.

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King County Metro electric buses made by GILLIG.
Newsby StaffJanuary 30, 2026

Seattle's King County Metro Introduces New Battery-Electric Buses

Rolling out in electric yellow and seafoam blue, the first battery-electric buses purchased from GILLIG will begin serving riders in south King County on February 2.

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