It started with a simple but great idea: train a cohort of transit professionals, who were already gathered at #APTAtransform25, as official Operation Lifesaver Authorized Volunteers to amplify rail safety education on local levels.
aptapassengertransport.com/from-idea-to... #STOPTrackTragedies
Our 2025 FactBook was unveiled at #APTAtransform25!
Public transportation is a $93.4 billion industry, making it a significant economic driver, with 77% of federal transit funds supporting private businesses through contracts, services, and supply chains. #PublicTransitImpact
How Boston transit leaders fixed a failing transit system www.smartcitiesdive.com/news/mbta-bo... #APTAtransform25 @mbta.com
At #APTAtransform25, we unveiled our new 2025 Fact Book, highlighting the impact of public transit. From brake systems and seat frames to GPS tracking and fare tech, public transportation is built by American companies. #PublicTransitImpact
Three hard truths from #APTATRANSform25 that transit leaders can't ignore:
🔧 Tech vendors are breaking under procurement pressure
🚂 Commuter rail is proving AI works (95% accuracy in safety)
⚡ FTA Admin's reality check: "Move now"
My analysis: open.substack.com/pub/glopezbe... 🧵
APTA recorded and filmed a special episode of its official podcast, The Transit Authority, at #APTAtransform25 in Boston. Guest @wmatagm.bsky.social described the accomplishments and innovations that resulted in peer recognition for @wmata.com as winner of APTA’s ...
Councilman Canek Aguirre attends the 2025 APTA TRANSform Conference
Councilman Canek Aguirre attends the 2025 APTA TRANSform Conference
Councilman Canek Aguirre attends the 2025 APTA TRANSform Conference
Councilman Canek Aguirre attends the 2025 APTA TRANSform Conference
This week I enjoyed attending #APTATransform25 to connect with transit leaders from across the country and celebrate WMATA being recognized as APTA's Transit Agency of the Year!
Congratulations to the entire @wmata.com team on this wonderful accomplishment! 🎉
At #APTAtransform25, we had the chance to showcase NextGen @amtrak.com trains — built right here in America, creating jobs and driving innovation.
From advanced engineering to enhanced passenger comfort, Acela is setting a new standard for high-speed travel. #PublicTransitImpact #TransitIsEssential
This week at #APTAtransform25, APTA elected @rtachicago.bsky.social Executive Director Leanne Redden as our new Chair!
Hear directly from @lreddenrta.bsky.social on the 3 strategies she'll pursue over the next year > aptapassengertransport.com/the-power-of...
#PublicTransitImpact #TransitIsEssential
It's the final day of APTA's TRANSform conference in Boston and we've added even more pictures of the event to Flickr, like these shots from some of yesterday's 22 breakout sessions. See more here> www.flickr.com/photos/aptat...
#APTAtransform25 is hosted locally by @mbta.com and presented by HNTB.
The Innovation Summit is going on now during the final day of #APTAtransform25. This WSP sponsored Summit was kicked off by APTA leadership and remarks by FTA's Maryam Allahyar:
"AI and automated systems have emerged as a transformative force... 🧵
Looking forward to tomorrow morning at #APTAtransform25, don't miss the half-day conclusion to the conference: it's the Innovation Summit!
Sponsored by WSP, Summit attendees will come away with fresh ideas and bold solutions.
I look forward to working with leaders across the country to address these challenges and advance solutions that will strengthen public transit and the communities we serve. #APTAtransform25
Shaping the Future of Public Transit, Together aptapassengertransport.com/shaping-the-... @apta-info.bsky.social #APTAtransform25
There's lots going on here at #APTAtransform25 and we're sharing our latest photos on Flickr! Check them out here > www.flickr.com/photos/aptat...
Today's first #APTAtransform25 session was "Building Big: Transformative Megaprojects," featuring lessons from:
Monica Tibbits-Nutt, @massdot.bsky.social
Olivier Francois, @idfmobilites.bsky.social
Tom Prendergast, Gateway Dev
Lori Kahikina, HART
Kris Kolluri, NJ TRANSIT
Kevin Quinn, @translink.ca
This week at #APTAtransform25, attendees visited 155 exhibitors at the Products & Services Showcase to see the exciting, innovative solutions paving the way to the future of public transit. And….pet some puppies!
Looking forward to TRANSform Day 3 today!
#PublicTransitImpact #TransitIsEssential
@nbcboston.com reports that ‘The industry is watching': MBTA hosts major transit conference in Boston www.msn.com/en-us/money/... #APTAtransform25
... It connects people to a better future," said @usdot.bsky.social FTA Administrator Marc Molinaro to 3,100 attendees at this week's APTA TRANSform conference in Boston, MA.
#APTAtransform25 www.apta.com/news-publica...
GDC will be well represented at #APTAtransform25! Our CEO Tom Prendergast, EVP Cathy Rinaldi, and Chief of Strategy & Operations Madeleine McDonnell will be on stage sharing construction updates and megaproject delivery insights.
See the agenda at: s6.goeshow.com/apta/tfc/202...
There's so much to do and see this year at #APTAtransform25! Keep up with APTA's flickr page, which we'll keep updating all week. www.flickr.com/photos/aptat...
We had an inspiring #APTAtransform25 keynote today with @lifeisgoodco.bsky.social Founder and CEO Bert Jacobs: “Pessimism is corrosive. Pessimistic leaders drive cultures that fear failure. Realistic leaders are better than pessimistic leaders, but ...
Welcome to the Birthplace of the American Revolution—and of American Public Transportation! aptapassengertransport.com/welcome-to-t... #APTAtransform25
@apta-info.bsky.social @mbta.com
Looking for more photos from #APTAtransform25? Our Flickr album has you covered! www.flickr.com/photos/aptat... [cc: @mbta.com]
🎶 All you gotta do is just meet me at the APTA🎶 - sung to the tune of APT. 😅🚌🚇🚈🚆 #APTATRANSform25 @apta-info.bsky.social
LG Driscoll at APTA Conference.
Tom McGee at APTA Conference.
Secretary Tibbits-Nutt at APTA Conference.
LG Driscoll at APTA Conference.
It's not enough to have America's first public transit system — we should have the BEST!
With General Manager Eng, we've cleared up slow zones, improved safety, launched late night service, and more. The @mbta.com is back on track, and we're not slowing down anytime soon! #APTAtransform25
Thank you to the leaders of Massachusetts, @massdot.bsky.social, and @mbta.com for welcoming 3,100 public transportation professionals to Boston for this week’s APTA TRANSform Conference!
www.apta.com/news-publica... #APTAtransform25
Good morning from APTA's TRANSform Opening Session! We're kicked off by APTA CEO Paul Skoutelas; new Chair @lreddenrta.bsky.social, Executive Director, RTA Chicago; and Immediate Past Chair MJ Maynard-Carey, CEO, RTC of Southern Nevada.
www.apta.com/news-publica... #APTAtransform25
If anyone is in town for #aptatransform25, let me know! I may be able to get to the conference tomorrow afternoon.
Thanks to everyone who joined last night's #APTAtransform25 Opening Reception & Products and Services Showcase — great conversations, innovative solutions, and the perfect kickoff to an exciting week ahead.
#PublicTransitImpact #TransitIsEssential
