Thursday, September 21, 2017
Contact: Mary Ellen Akins
540) 229-4505
APTA's EXPO 2017 Showcases the Future of Public Transportation in Atlanta
Highlighting Latest Trends and Technologies in Public Transit
The American Public Transportation Association's (APTA) Annual Meeting & EXPO 2017 – the largest public transportation expo in the world – will feature the latest innovative technologies and services that enhance passengers' experiences and enable public transit systems to operate more efficiently. Global leaders in public transit will gather for general sessions and educational session on a wide range of topics including emergency preparedness and disaster relief, security, safety, federal funding, public-private partnerships, workforce development, and shared mobility.
Registered media have free access to both the EXPO show floor and Annual Meeting sessions.
When: APTA Annual Meeting – October 8-11, 2017
EXPO – October 9-11, 2017
Where: Atlanta, Georgia at the Georgia World Congress Center
Why: Public Transit is Crucial to our Nation's Future. From emergency preparedness and cybersecurity to the impact of aging infrastructure and funding challenges, public transportation is a complex multibillion dollar industry that is a crucial part of the solution to many of the nation's challenges.
Technologies of the Future. 800 global exhibitors will showcase technologies from ADA compliance to zero emissions and trends in services geared toward safety, security, efficiency, and passenger comfort.
EXPO Media Tour on Monday, October 9. APTA will lead a brief guided tour of the EXPO show floor to highlighting a few of the ground-breaking technologies on display.
Media Lunch with on Tuesday, October 10. APTA leadership will share insights on trends in the industry and participate in a lively Q&A session. RSVP required by Wednesday, October 2.
U.S. DOT Secretary Chao on Wednesday, October 11. Secretary Chao to deliver remarks discussing the administration's priorities for the future of public transportation.
Cool Visuals: From autonomous vehicle demonstrations to full bus and rail cars, and every imaginable technology contributing to safety, security, efficiency and passenger comfort, EXPO offers an exciting array of visuals and interactive opportunities.
Media: Register for free today
Questions? Contact Mary Ellen Akins at maryellenakins@gmail.com or (540) 229-4505
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The American Public Transportation Association (APTA) is a nonprofit international association of more than 1,400 public and private sector organizations, engaged in the areas of bus, paratransit, light rail, commuter rail, subways, waterborne services, and intercity and high-speed passenger rail. This includes: transit systems; planning, design, construction, and finance firms; product and service providers; academic institutions; transit associations and state departments of transportation. APTA is the only association in North America that represents all modes of public transportation. APTA members serve the public interest by providing safe, efficient and economical transit services and products.