Industry news

What the trade press is reporting.

Gathered from 8 publications every few hours and sorted by what actually bears on a small operator — funding, rules, data standards, safety, workforce. Every headline links to the publisher. We do not reproduce anyone's article.

• Smart Cities Dive4h agofundingrail

  Amtrak, cities and states get $5.3B in federal rail grants

  The Federal Railroad Administration awarded $5.3 billion in federal rail grants to 41 projects across 23 states using funds from the 2021 Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act.

• Railway Gazette5h agorail

  Virgin Trains’ Channel Tunnel plans are ‘moving at pace’

  The Office of Rail & Road has pre-approved a framework track access agreement for Virgin Trains to use the high speed line to the Channel Tunnel.

• Railway Gazette6h ago

  Zentralbahn takes delivery of first latest-generation FINK multiple-unit

  Zentralbahn has taken delivery of the first of 10 latest-generation Stadler FINK electric multiple-units.

• Railway Gazette8h ago

  Škoda EMUs enter service in Bulgaria after a fast delivery

  Eight Škoda electric multiple-units entered service with Bulgarian national operator BDZ on August 14, 23 months after the contract was signed.

• Railway Gazette10h agofunding

  Financing backs Zambia’s participation in the Lobito Corridor programme

  The African Development Bank approved a US$255m loan and a US$10m grant to support Zambia's participation in the Lobito Corridor programme.

• Railway Gazette14h agoworkforcerail

  Rail-specific recommendations strengthen fight against human trafficking

  The United Nations Economic Commission for Europe and the International Union of Railways issued rail-specific recommendations to combat human trafficking.

• Streetsblog15h ago

  San Francisco Advocates Document Harassment on Public Transit

  San Francisco Transit Riders launched a project called "Eyes on Board" to document and track incidents of harassment on public transit in San Francisco.

• Railway Gazette2d agorail

  Thailand: Double-tracking programme supports railway market opening

  Thailand's double-tracking programme is progressing, focusing on connectivity with Laos and upgrading the network ahead of market liberalisation in 2028.

• Metro2d ago

  Biz Briefs: Luminator Marks Milestone and More

  Luminator has reached a milestone.

• Metro3d agofundingsafetyrail

  FRA Announces $5.3B in Rail Investments, Including $2B for Amtrak

  The Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) announced $5.3 billion in rail investments, including $2 billion for Amtrak projects in 23 states.

• Metro3d ago

  Finding the ‘Happy Medium’: Optimizing Maintenance Without Sacrificing Reliability

  A transit agency optimized maintenance by focusing on the right work at the right time on the right assets to improve efficiency.

• Smart Cities Dive3d agorail

  California high-speed rail project could run out of money by end of 2027, inspector general says

  California's high-speed rail project may run out of money by the end of 2027 due to insufficient state funding infusions.

• Railway Gazette3d agorail

  Dorval Multimodal Hub station design work begins

  Design and build work for the Dorval Multimodal Hub station has begun, with Kiewit selected as the contractor to integrate VIA Rail and Exo services.

• Railway Gazette3d agosafety

  TBM prepares to bore München’s second cross-city S-Bahn tunnel

  A tunnel boring machine named 'Donna Maria' is scheduled to start boring an initial 3 km section of emergency access tunnel in München on September 17.

• Railway Gazette3d agorail

  FS Engineering to share digital rail expertise with Tanzanian Railways

  Tanzania Railways Corp signed a memorandum of understanding with FS Engineering and ITS Engineering for sustainable infrastructure and transport system development.

• Railway Gazette3d agorail

  Route confirmed for Singapore’s Cross Island Line Phase 3

  The Land Transport Authority in Singapore has confirmed the route and station locations for Phase 3 of the Cross Island Line metro project, extending 10 km.

• Streetsblog3d agosafety

  Friday Video: How Red Curbs and Bike Racks Can Save Lives

  Cities are using daylighting, a design technique that removes obstacles from street corners, to increase visibility and potentially save lives.

• Streetsblog3d agosafety

  Trump’s New ‘Roadway Safety Strategy’ Leaves Out The Good Parts

  The Trump administration released a roadway safety strategy that does not include well-established safety measures and ignores vulnerable road users.

• Railway Gazette3d agorail

  Railway supply industry news round-up

  Talgo reported revenues of €375.8m in the first half of the year, a 39.1% increase from the same period in 2022.

• Metro3d agosafety

  Chicago, Maryland Expand Non-Law-Enforcement Safety, Rider Support

  The Chicago Transit Authority and Maryland Transit Administration are launching new programs for de-escalation, crisis response, and rider assistance.

• Smart Cities Dive4d agorail

  Commuter railroads scramble to meet 24% jump in liability insurance coverage requirements

  Commuter railroads must find new liability insurance policies by September 4 to meet a 24% increase in coverage requirements.

• Railway Gazette4d agorail

  Türasaş supplies diesel locomotive to Tanzania

  Türasaş supplied a diesel-electric locomotive to Tanzanian Railway Corp, manufactured in Turkey with a 90% localisation rate.

• Railway Gazette4d agorail

  Graphene manufacturer targets the ‘technically demanding’ rail sector

  Graphene Manufacturing Group has signed a global exclusive Memorandum of Understanding with Alstom to develop graphene products for rail rolling stock heating and ventilation systems.

• Railway Gazette4d agorail

  First metro trains delivered to operate cross-river line in Shanghai

  The first seven trainsets for Shanghai's metro Line 22 have been delivered by CRRC Zhuzhou Electric Locomotive.

• Railway Gazette4d agorail

  European Loc Pool orders more EuroDual locomotives

  European Loc Pool has ordered 20 additional Stadler EuroDual electro-diesel locomotives for operation in multiple European countries.

• Streetsblog4d ago

  Thursday’s Headlines Take Their Sweet Time

  Democrats have noticed the Trump administration's apparent lack of support for transit projects and initiatives.

• Metro5d agoworkforce

  VIA Metropolitan Transit Reports 2 Million More Passenger Trips as Better Bus Plan Gains Momentum

  VIA Metropolitan Transit reported 2 million more passenger trips due to accelerated service improvements and workforce investments.

• Metro5d ago

  LA Metro, City of West Hollywood, and Partners Advance Smarter Bus Lane Enforcement

  LA Metro, City of West Hollywood, and partners implemented an AI-powered bus lane enforcement system with human oversight.

• Smart Cities Dive5d agofundingrail

  FTA grants $1.28B for Utah commuter rail

  The Federal Transit Administration granted $1.28 billion for the expansion of the FrontRunner rail line in Utah.

• Metro6d ago

  ABAF Study Reveals Growing Insurance Crisis for Motorcoach Operators

  Motorcoach operators experienced average premium increases of 98% over the past five years due to shrinking insurer participation.

• Metro7d agoworkforce

  PSTA Modernizes Workforce Management with Digital Bidding System

  PSTA implemented a digital bidding system to replace paper bidding, reducing administrative effort and improving access for transit operators.

• Metro7d ago

  Chicago to Host Public Transportation's Biggest Gathering at APTA TRANSform & EXPO 2026

  North America’s largest public transportation gathering returns to Chicago, connecting transit decision-makers with the technologies, ideas, and partnerships driving the industry forward.

• Metro9d ago

  New Tricks for Old Bureaucracies: Joshua Schank on Making Transit Innovation Stick

  Former LA Metro Chief Innovation Officer Joshua Schank discusses why good ideas aren't enough, how transit agencies can overcome resistance to change, and why today's challenges demand more innovation.

• Metro10d ago

  Washington's Community Transit Sets Six-Year Roadmap for Growth, Expansion

  Approved TDP targets more bus service, new mobility options, Swift BRT expansion, and a potential Everett Transit annexation.

• Metro10d ago

  OKC Streetcar Makes Zero-Fare Service Permanent

  Ridership increased an average of 71% compared with the same period a year earlier during the fare-free pilot.

• Metro11d agofunding

  House Surface Transportation Bill Advances as Transit Funding Debate Intensifies

  A bipartisan transportation package moving through Congress could redefine how the U.S. funds highways, transit, and motorcoach travel, while igniting new fights over electrification, regulation, and federal priorities.

• Metro11d agodata

  How Data, Strategy, and Community Engagement Are Reshaping Transit

  In this edition of METROspectives, strada360 CEO Steve Lassey discusses how transit agencies can better align planning with operations, leverage data to improve decision-making, and build public trust as they prepare for…

• Metro12d ago

  How DART's GoPass Is Redefining Regional Mobility

  Serving 14 transit agencies, GoPass simplifies multimodal travel by allowing riders to plan, pay for, and manage an entire trip through one app.

• Metro12d ago

  Motorcoach Market Remains Flat Amid Shift in Buying Patterns

  Q2 sales totaled 514 units, up slightly from 2025, as operators favored pre-owned equipment and public-sector purchases increased.

• Metro13d agodatasecurity

  LA Metro Reports 57% Decline in Homelessness on Transit System Since 2024

  The agency's latest homelessness count offers new data on how care-based services and cross-sector partnerships can complement traditional transit security strategies.

• Metro14d ago

  Amtrak Board Advances Plan to Restructure Organization, Seeks Public Input

  The proposal, developed by Amtrak management and approved by the board for further consideration, is intended to modernize the organization's structure while improving accountability, operational efficiency, and customer…

• Metro14d agosmall operators

  Driving Smarter Paratransit

  John Hanlon shares how AlphaRoute is leveraging AI-powered technology to help paratransit providers optimize operations, support frontline staff, and enhance the rider experience.

• Metro14d agodata

  Turn Transit Data Into Action

  Discover how leading agencies are using connected technology to gain real-time visibility across operations, improve service reliability, and reduce disruptions.

• Metro16d ago

  What Transit-Oriented Development Means for the Future of Public Transportation

  Once viewed primarily as transit operators, agencies are now leveraging land, partnerships, and long-term planning to boost ridership, expand housing, and strengthen communities.

• Metro17d agorail

  Biz Briefs: OCTA Taps Clean Energy for Hydrogen Station, Stadler to Supply Via Rail Vehicles, and More

  From manufacturers and suppliers to transit agencies and motorcoach operators, these updates offer a snapshot of the projects, partnerships and business moves driving the industry forward.

• Metro17d agofundingsafetyrail

  USDOT Announces $22 Million for Transit Innovation, Updates High-Speed Rail Rules

  New federal transit funding will support safety, accessibility, and technology projects as updated rail regulations establish new noise standards for high-speed trains.

• Metro17d agoworkforce

  CharterUP Expands Into New Mobility and Autonomous Transportation

  Vice President of New Mobility Stephen Joos discusses how CharterUP is leveraging its nationwide transportation network, technology platform, and autonomous vehicle partnerships to expand into workforce mobility, campus…

• Metro19d agofundingsafety

  Transportation Construction Coalition Unveils Infrastructure Case Studies Ahead of Federal Funding Deadline

  The coalition noted the next surface transportation bill should provide sustained investment in highways and public transit to strengthen freight movement, improve safety, and support economic growth.

• Metro19d ago

  People Movement: American Bus Association Extends Ferguson and More

  METRO’s People Movement highlights the latest leadership changes, promotions, and personnel news across the public transit, motorcoach, and people mobility sectors.

• Metro19d agoworkforce

  METRO Magazine Announces 2026 Innovative Solutions Awards Winners

  Projects Recognized for Advancing Mobility Through Technology, Accessibility, Workforce Innovation, and Operational Excellence