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EVs are certainly next as a formidable disruptor! It’s great to see attention placed the diversity of global traffic profiles. During this transitional time, there is a great opportunity to re-imagine transport systems in a more integrated way. Further, re-introduce public transit networks that complement this endeavor wielding their institutional and community-based recognition. #c40cities #publictransportation

METRO, the City of Houston and Evolve Houston are expanding their microtransit partnership to bring on-demand, electric vehicle service to Second Ward, Third Ward and downtown Houston. This initiative connects riders to transit centers, rail stations and key destinations, providing sustainable and efficient transportation options across Houston. ⭐Learn more: https://ow.ly/OwiV50UsQ1N

"We’re breaking a lot of the norms. These conventional wisdoms that you can’t be a profitable EV company... obviously, that’s not true.” Encouraging words from Britton Smith, President of Blue Bird Corporation. As the quote from his interview with Newsweek suggest, Blue Bird is experiencing strong growth, including: 📈 Stock price up more than 100% YOY ✅ Consistent appearances on "Most Trustworthy Company" rankings 🚍 2,000 electric buses sold and a new facility capable of manufacturing 5,000 per year. Blue Bird's case studies and success show that all-eletric buses can flourish everywhere from dense urban environments like Los Angeles to the snowy mountain school districts of Colorado without breaking step. Take a look at the interview and resources linked in the comments for a promising example of where fleet electrification and public transportation are headed. #electricbuses #fleets #fleetmanagement

🌍 Last week, OTIV was proud to be present at RailTrends, fondly called "the Woodstock of rail." It was a fantastic opportunity to meet new rail friends, build connections, and learn about the industry's future. Key Takeaways: 📷 Safety remains a critical focus, especially as technology continues to reshape rail operations. 📈 Growth, OR and resilience are key themes, with intermodal, short-line collaborations & industrial developments as driving forces. 💪 Partnering to acquire new technology is outpacing in-house development as rail competes with rapidly advancing alternative transport modes. At OTIV, we’re proud to advance safety with our camera-based technology, addressing one of the most dangerous rail activities: switching operations. This is a crucial step in enabling all 3 growth drivers highlighted above. 🔎 How do you see technology advancing rail safety? Let’s connect and share thoughts! And of course: Another milestone, another selfie

We're working with King County Metro Transit as they bring a systems innovation approach to their zero-emissions goals. 🚌🚈 In the latest blog, we dive into systems mapping 💭 - what and how we did it, and what we learned. Explore four key insights and what's next in this journey 👇 https://hubs.ly/Q02p3F4d0

And they are back: cablecars. In the ‘60-‘70 as an cityattraction, often to show people how ‘modern’ the city had become. Now as a serious mode of transport carrying hundreds of thousands people helping them to commute through our cities. This EIT Urban Mobility - Urban Mobility Explained (UMX) shows you why cities implement cablecars as part of the sustainable mobility transition. https://lnkd.in/eTMbSUXJ

Safety and mobility should be viewed as interconnected goals rather than competing priorities; by adopting an integrated approach, we can design transportation systems that enhance both the flow of movement and the well-being of all road users, leading to a more efficient and safer environment. This balance is key to success, ensuring that improvements in one area do not compromise the other, but rather support a cohesive and sustainable solution.

Paul Comfort interviewed Ben Limmer, Chief of Public Transportation for Connecticut DOT, about running a billion-dollar transit agency and key projects like electrification and bus revamps. Don’t miss this insightful episode! https://lnkd.in/gRbxfmRH #TransitInnovation #PublicTransportation #ConnecticutTransit #Electrification #BusNetwork