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Ohio DoT partners for on-demand transit in Chillicothe

Mobility-as-a-Service12 Dec 2023

The Ohio Department of Transportation chose the Routing Company, in partnership with Optibus, to provide scheduling and dispatch software across Ohio.

Ohio DoT awards on-demand, flexible mobility contract to TRC

Mobility-as-a-Service23 Oct 2023

Under the terms, TRC in partnership with Optibus, will deliver the entire range of mobility software services included in its suite of on-demand Pingo features.

Ohio transit agencies adopt account-based ticketing

Mobility-as-a-Service31 Aug 2023

When utilising the EZfare app and smart cards, the system enables payments and transfers across all cooperating agencies, according to each agency’s fare rules.

Ohio Transit Authority awards zero-emission bus contract

Electric vehicles25 Jul 2023

The order for additional zero-emission buses follows Cota’s previous purchase of 14 battery-electric Xcelsior Charge NG transit buses announced in January 2023.

Cleveland transit partners for digital fare collection

Mobility-as-a-Service24 Jun 2022

With their Transit account, GCRTA riders can use a single app to also pay their fare in Columbus, Dayton, and more than 65 cities across the US and Canada, as well as access bikeshare and other integrated services.

Comcast establishes dedicated smart cities division

Lighting08 Apr 2022

It will deliver connectivity and consulting services and connect customers with companies that provide applications in areas such as smart lighting, parking and waste as well as digital kiosks.

Columbus announces Climate Action Plan to slash carbon emissions by 2030

News17 Dec 2021

Action plan was developed with input from residents, environmental advocates and the business community, and outlines mitigation strategies to reduce greenhouse gas emissions.

All-electric vehicles “most promising tech” say US mayors

News16 Nov 2021

A 103-city survey by US Conference of Mayors also finds LED lighting, low-energy buildings, and solar energy development dominate the local energy agenda.

Continental establishes second smart city mobility hub in Columbus

News17 Nov 2020

Continental’s solution uses radar and data visualisation to give a clear picture of pedestrian and vehicle traffic patterns, uncovering potential opportunities for traffic flow and safety improvements.

Virgin Hyperloop picks West Virginia for futuristic transport test centre

News13 Oct 2020

The ambition is for the centre to pave the way for the certification of hyperloop systems in the US and around the world – the first step towards realisation of commercial projects.

Ann Arbor launches contactless mobile ticketing solution

News07 Oct 2020

Mobile ticketing is considered an important component in helping make transit as safe as possible by removing the need to physically exchange currency, tickets or passes.

US city Dublin installs smart city infrastructure

News22 Jul 2020

The first application to be deployed on the 5G-ready digital transformation platform from Fujitsu Network Communications will be for smart parking and forms part of the wider Connected Dublin initiative.

Uber introduces regional transit mobile ticketing across Ohio and Kentucky

News15 Jul 2020

The multi-state and multi-agency integration aims to provide increased flexibility for riders by facilitating access to a regional mobile ticketing option, all from within its app.

ICF names 2020's top 7 intelligent communities

News20 Feb 2020

Cities from the US, Canada, Australia and Estonia make the 18th annual list by the Intelligent Community Forum. The 2020 winner will be announced in June.

Autonomous shuttles deployed in Columbus neighbourhood

News07 Feb 2020

Operating in the South Linden neighbourhood of Columbus, the Leap (Linden Empowers All People) shuttle will seek to close first-mile/last-mile transit gaps.

Cleveland implements smart streetlight control network

News26 Sep 2019

As well as control and manage the city’s lighting, the T-Light Galaxy Network from ST Engineering will provide a backbone for more advanced smart city applications.

Cincinnati Bell helps Oregon District deploy smart city solution

News02 Sep 2019

The communications company is donating the upfront charges to implement the solution over the next two to three months.

Columbus: first US city to meet ozone compliance rules

News27 Aug 2019

Several federal regulations pertaining to fuel and motor vehicle emission standards decreased emissions to help the area achieve the standard.

Denso builds smart mobility ecosystem for Dublin, Ohio

News15 Aug 2019

The municipality hopes the partnership will help it to shape the future of smart mobility and ultimately make roads safer and more efficient.

Fort Collins students can use ID cards to tap-and-ride

News04 Aug 2019

Transit agency, Transfort, is working with Masabi to roll out mobile ticketing and other time-saving features designed to improve the rider experience.

Virgin Hyperloop One kicks off US road trip

News30 Jun 2019

The mass transit system is being presented to state and local governments and stakeholders – including those in Ohio, Missouri and Texas, where feasibility studies are ongoing.

How cities are addressing the AI jobs crunch

Special Reports28 Jun 2019

Matt Hamblen looks at how cities are addressing the impact of artificial intelligence on the jobs and skills in their communities. But is it enough?

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