Metro Magazine

12/05/2025

🏗️ Metro Forward and Urban Atlantic have broken ground on a 364-unit affordable housing development, starting with 112 homes for seniors.

This project is the latest step in transforming the station into a walkable, transit-connected hub for housing, jobs, and mobility access. Purple Line, Amtrak upgrades, and new trails are on the way.

Learn more! ➡️ https://loom.ly/TK7QjrU

Construction begins on a New Carrollton affordable housing project, starting with 112 senior homes, as transit-oriented development builds out.

12/04/2025

🚐 Royal Star Hawaii is investing in 10 new vehicles to meet growing demand for premium and group travel services across Oahu. From weddings to airport shuttles, their expanded fleet is built for scale.

Read how the operator is growing and preparing for its 30th anniversary in 2026!
➡️ https://loom.ly/x5nSs-Q

Ahead of a milestone anniversary, see how the company is scaling up capacity and amenities to keep pace with a growing customer base.

12/04/2025

🚐 “If you love what you do and you make a difference,” Barbara Cline says, “you’ve chosen a great career.”

Cline turned a single van and a bold idea into one of South Dakota’s largest rural transit systems. Get inspired by her journey!
➡️ https://loom.ly/sP7hldw

Barbara Cline of Prairie Hills Transit turned a single van into a lifeline, connecting rural South Dakota through vision, service, and innovation.

12/04/2025

Canada is putting $1.25 million behind hydrogen transit planning in the Greater Toronto and Hamilton Areas. 🚍

With support from CUTRIC and the Canadian Hydrogen Association, the investment will explore fuel cell bus adoption, hydrogen fueling hubs, and real-world data to drive low-carbon fleet transitions.

Learn more here! ➡️ https://loom.ly/ADzuaXg

A $1.25 million federal boost lets CHA and CUTRIC map hydrogen fuel-cell buses and refueling hubs to help GTHA transit go zero-emission.

12/03/2025

📊 Fare evasion? Overcrowding? Disruptive behavior?

Today’s camera systems don’t just collect footage — they collect insights. Axis Communications tech gives transit agencies the data they need to create targeted, efficient policies where they’re needed most.

🔗 Explore the approach: https://loom.ly/MwRBacI

From fare evasion analytics to audio-triggered alerts, Axis Communications camera systems are helping transit leaders target issues more precisely without compromising privacy or public trust.

12/03/2025

Despite FAA staffing disruptions and stormy weather, The Port Authority of New York & New Jersey kept the region moving in October. 🚇✈️ PATH ridership reached 5.7 million, airports welcomed over 12 million passengers, and cargo volume held strong, signaling steady demand across the network.

Dig into the latest numbers! ➡️ https://loom.ly/u8EtnkQ

Despite FAA disruptions, Port Authority had a huge October: 12.3 millioni airport passengers, strong PATH ridership, steady crossings, and solid cargo.

12/01/2025

🚌 Transit agencies across the U.S. marked the 70th anniversary of Rosa Parks’ pivotal act of resistance with fare-free service, bus tributes, and bold equity messaging.

Here’s how transit leaders are using the day to drive change! ➡️ https://loom.ly/AEpEwTE

From DART tribute buses to fare-free rides across participating states, agencies celebrate Dec. 1, linking transit equity to Rosa Parks’ legacy.

12/01/2025

💳 RTD just made paying for transit as simple as a tap.

With Tap-n-Ride, customers can now use a contactless card or mobile wallet to ride RTD buses and trains. No app, cash, or ticket machine required.

Here’s how this move positions RTD in the growing wave of contactless, open-loop payment adoption. ➡️ https://loom.ly/S3QgIyE

A growing industry shift to contactless payment options via a physical card or mobile wallet allows customers to pay fares quickly and securely.

11/28/2025

To celebrate the women in the passenger transportation industry who have made a real impact, METRO chose Julie Chalmers, VP and GM of Hotard Coaches as one of its 2025 Women in Transportation. Find out how more about Julie's career journey and more now!
https://loom.ly/5QQiyHU

Although she grew up part of a legacy family in the motorcoach industry, Julie Chalmers, Vice President and General Manager for Hotard Coaches, never thought she’d end up being part of the family business.

11/28/2025

🚌 Most riders just want to know: When’s my bus coming? That simple question helped Transit grow into one of North America’s most widely used mobility apps.

This feature breaks down how Transit 6.0 is improving accessibility, building rider trust, and helping agencies connect with their communities.
🔗 https://loom.ly/JGLBsuI

Over a decade after launching in Montreal, Transit has grown into one of North America's most trusted mobility apps, proving that technology can make cities more human, not just more efficient.

11/27/2025

🦃 This , we’re grateful for the transit professionals, operators, planners, tech teams, and advocates who keep our communities moving every day, in every condition.

Thank you for your service, innovation, and resilience. From all of us at METRO, Happy Thanksgiving! 🍂

11/26/2025

As transit looks to fill out tomorrow's workforce today, agencies like Austin, Texas' CapMetro are finding a way to make a real impact by turning to America's veterans. Find out more about their program, as well as how the focus is being used on a national level.
https://loom.ly/PeCfpqI

Known for their discipline, teamwork, and technical skills, veterans bring a mission-first mindset to the workplace, a quality that aligns well with public transportation’s commitment to serving the community.