Behind the scenes at Metro! 🚇 This week, Metro’s Board of Directors toured Forest Glen Station, exploring cooling systems, platform features, track switches, and more. Big thanks to our incredible Metro team for an insightful and hands-on tour. #wmata
Today we welcome Martha Welborne to the Urban MASS Board of Advisors.
It’s a great privilege to have Martha recognise the value that our #mobilty technology can bring to cities all across the #unitedstatesofamerica and around the world.
Her experience & leadership as the former Chief Planning Officer for Los Angeles Metro will be a huge competitive advantage to us as we secure contracts for our #floc and #DuoRail technology.
Martha shares a few words here:
“I am excited to be part of the team advising the designers of the Floc system and am particularly interested in imagining how we can employ it in the #losangeles region.
While we are currently constructing an expansive addition to our rail system in Los Angeles, the County covers over 4,000 square miles and the rail system will inevitably not reach everyone.
The Floc system could augment the rail system by making connections from rail stations to nearby neighborhoods, shopping centers, schools, hospitals, sports venues. It can be adapted to varying urban conditions, is very energy efficient, can respond to changing demand by adding or subtracting pods, and it is very elegantly designed.
I believe that it will be attractive and effective enough to entice Angelenos out of their cars.”
#losangeles#california#sustainablemobility#transportation#masstransit#electricmobility#transportplanning#netzero#leadership#futurecities#drivinginnovation#femaleleadership#experiencematters
Identifying the tools light rail operators can use to further develop their ‘Just Culture’ proved the key focus of the latest UKTram Operations Group.
During a recent meeting in Manchester, representatives from networks across the UK and Ireland took part in a special best practice session on the concept of shared accountability.
Led by Dr Peter Hughes of Redcliff Solutions Ltd, it outlined how a just culture encourages organisations to be accountable for systems they have in place and to fairly respond to the behaviours of their employers.
Steve Duckering, our Tram Operations Manager, explained: “The session provided a fascinating insight into approaches used to drive safety improvements across an organisation.''
“Following an incident, a just culture asks, ‘what went wrong?’ rather than ‘who caused the problem? This allows for individual accountability and encourages employees to be open about potential risks rather than hiding mistakes.''
Read the full story on our website https://lnkd.in/eRVJm39m#uktram#lightrail#operations#bestpractice#publictransport#accountabilty#lrt#urbanmobility
"The rise of smart city initiatives is revolutionizing the logistics industry, paving the way for more efficient and sustainable urban transportation solutions. As cities continue to invest in technology-driven infrastructure, logistics companies must adapt to meet the evolving demands of urban environments. Stay tuned for insights and updates on how our company is navigating this exciting transformation in urban logistics. #smartcities#urbanlogistics#logisticsindustry"
Highway Systems: Seamless Connectivity for Efficient Operations
Lorain County’s strategic location is complemented by a robust highway system network that ensures seamless connectivity and efficient logistics.
Key highways include:
Interstate 90: Running east-west through the northern part of the county, I-90 connects Lorain County to major markets in Cleveland, Chicago, and beyond, facilitating easy access to regional and national markets.
Interstate 80 (Ohio Turnpike): This vital corridor provides efficient east-west transportation across the state, linking Lorain County to key industrial hubs and supply chains.
Interstate 480: Offering direct routes to Cleveland and its suburbs, I-480 enhances regional connectivity and supports the daily commute for a skilled workforce.
#loraincounty#economicdevelopment#Ohio#efficiency#operations#connectivity#oneloraincounty
This week we are celebrating Transportation Week 2024! 🎉🚗🚇🌉
As we commemorate National Transportation Week, we proudly recognize the critical role that transportation infrastructure plays in our daily lives. From bustling city streets to expansive highways, our ability to move efficiently and safely relies on the hard work of professionals like you.
🌟 Why It Matters: Transportation infrastructure isn't just about roads and bridges; it's about connecting communities, enabling commerce, and improving quality of life. When our roads are well-maintained, our transit systems efficient, and our utilities coordinated, everyone benefits.
🏗️ Our Commitment: As we celebrate Transportation Week, we reaffirm our commitment to excellence. We're proud to contribute to projects that enhance mobility, safety, and sustainability. Whether it's a new highway interchange, a transit station, or an underground utility corridor, we're dedicated to making a positive impact.
#TransportationWeek#InfrastructureMatters#MovingForwardTogether
Public-private partnership model in metro transit systems
Encounter the blueprint for the future of urban transit where the metro station entry structure is merged with private properties. This design of underground station links each aspect of transit with business properties, in an effort to produce a bustling center of commerce. I have merged elements of the private sector with public infrastructure to create a sustainable revenue stream for Metro Rail Corporation that results in a mutually beneficial relationship between commuters and small businesses, redefining the convenience of connectivity.
Image credit: AI-generated render of a metro station's exterior for an underground station.
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1moYou do know you have someone in one of the pictures standing between a running rail and the third rail. Huge safety violation red tag outtage or not.