The North American Transit Alliance (NATA) welcomes Beacon Mobility as a new member organization, joining five of the largest private contracting firms that operate and maintain transportation services nationwide. Beacon Mobility is committed to the diverse public transportation needs of…
On June 13, Laura Hendricks, CEO chairman of the NATA board and CEO of Transdev North America, testified to the U.S. House Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure Subcommittee on Highways and Transit on behalf of NATA. Laura shared with the…
At NATA, part of our mission is to provide resources and educational materials on contracting as an option for public transit service. There are numerous options for contracting and each agency customizes their contract for their community’s and agency’s needs.…
The Eno Center For Transportation released an exciting new report on the benefits of contracting in public transportation, especially in light of economic challenges and the recovery from the pandemic. This research confirms that—when implemented carefully—competitive contracting can yield improved…
Three years into the pandemic, the transportation industry faces a unique opportunity for revolution. We believe that fostering stronger partnerships between transit agencies and private contractors is the key to revival for the following reasons. Continue reading here
When it comes the conversation about a healthier climate, EVs often dominate the headlines. What’s often lost is the impact public transportation as we look to reduce carbon emissions. EVs play an important role in our climate goals, but the…
The North American Transit Alliance (NATA) has elected Transdev CEO Laura Hendricks to the chair of its board of directors. As chief executive officer for Transdev U.S., Laura is responsible for all Transdev activities and operations in the U.S. This includes…
The Board of Directors for the North American Transit Alliance (NATA) has elected Transdev CEO Laura Hendricks to the position of vice chair and Keolis North America CEO David Scorey to the position of treasurer. The board also voted to…
