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MetrLINK joins APTA health and safety security pledge for COVID-19 response

MetroLINK joins APTA's Health & Safety Commitments program

September 28, 2020

Rock Island County Metropolitan Mass Transit District in Illinois has joined the American Public Transportation Association’s (APTA) “Health and Safety Commitments Program," a pledge to passengers that public transit systems are taking necessary measures to operate safely as the nation recovers from the COVID-19 pandemic.

APTA, public transportation industry unveil nationwide “Health and Safety Commitments” program

September 10, 2020

At a virtual launch event, the American Public Transportation Association (APTA) officially announced the “Health and Safety Commitments Program,” the public transportation industry’s overarching pledge to passengers that public transit systems are taking all the necessary measures to operate safely as the nation recovers from the COVID-19 pandemic.

Survey Shows Public Transport is Getting Smarter and Safer

April 16, 2020

A new survey found that with increased digitalization, public transport is getting smarter and safer than ever. According to the research report, 82 percent of respondents have shifted to digital or hybrid video systems, as compared with 73 percent in 2015. Digitalization of the technology is improving the overall security, leading to an increase in safety and happiness among passengers and staff.

Jason Culberson Named Director of Safety and Security at CityLink

March 19, 2020

CityLink recently welcomed Jason Culberson as the new Director of Safety and Security.

NY Gov. Cuomo Wants to Ban Sex Offenders from Subways

January 9, 2020

N.Y. Governor Andrew M. Cuomo announced the 33rd proposal of his 2020 State of the State agenda, which includes banning repeat and high-risk sexual offenders from accessing the MTA subway, bus and rail systems.

MBTA Safety Review Panel Makes Recommendations to Improve Safety

December 13, 2019

The Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority (MBTA) and its Fiscal and Management Control Board (FMCB) accepted a report from the MBTA Safety Review Panel that offers 34 recommendations with 61 corrective actions to improve safety for MBTA riders and staff.

Portland, OR Considering Banning Facial Recognition

November 18, 2019

Portland, Oregon is considering banning facial recognition.

Hackers Find NFC Loophole for Public Transit

August 6, 2013

Want unlimited public transportation rides? According to two teenage Italian hackers, modifying the NFC-enabled fare cards is easier than it sounds.

MARTA Installing Cameras on Buses

September 18, 2012

MARTA is installing cameras on buses in hope of both making the public feel safer on transit and deterring criminals.

Security News -- Counter Terrorism

Boston Subway System to be Biological Agent Sensor Testing Site

August 27, 2012

The new sensors will be tested after-hours to determine the real-world performance of the counter-terrorism measures.

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