METRO Magazine

Metro Magazine is a specialized publication that focuses on the bus, rail transit, and motorcoach industries. It has been serving this niche since 1904 and adopted its current name in 1975. Published monthly by Bobit Business Media, the magazine skips the months of July and December. Its main office is located in Torrance, California.

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Frank Di Giacomo Named to APTA's Hall of Fame

4 days ago | metro-magazine.com | Alex Roman

The American Public Transportation Association (APTA) has named Frank Di Giacomo, former METRO Magazine and SBF Publisher, to its prestigious APTA Hall of Fame. “Frank’s contributions to the industry were many, and with Frank now in the Hall of Fame, those contributions will be enshrined in perpetuity,” said Patrick Scully, CCO at Complete Coach Works (CCW).
Consultant Q&A: HDR's Doug Jackson on Delivering Transit Megaprojects with Community Trust and More

1 week ago | metro-magazine.com | Alex Roman

A seasoned principal program manager at HDR with over 25 years of experience in the transportation industry, Doug Jackson is known for his strategic, long-term approach to complex infrastructure projects. He has led significant efforts across North America in rail, highways, and transit from early planning through operations, and currently oversees the Ontario Line transit project in Toronto.
Consultant Q&A: AECOM's Diane Cowin on Planning, Innovation, and the Future of Transit

2 weeks ago | metro-magazine.com | Alex Roman

Diane Cowin is AECOM's Transit Market Leader for the Americas. With deep expertise in federal transit funding, regulatory strategy, and ESG-driven market development, she is a trusted advisor to public and private sector clients. Cowin brings a proven track record in profit and loss leadership, operational excellence, and equity-centered succession planning. In addition to her executive roles, she is an inclusive and creative board director with experience across nonprofit and corporate boards.
The State of Intercity Bus Lines, Greyhound, and More with Flix North America’s CEO Kai Boysan

2 weeks ago | metro-magazine.com | Alex Roman

Since 2022, Flix North America CEO Kai Boysan has led the strategic direction of FlixBus and Greyhound, major players in long-distance bus travel across the U.S., Canada, and Mexico. METRO’s Executive Editor Alex Roman spoke to Boysan, about how the FlixBus model works, the company’s worldwide success, and much more. Topics include:The state of the intercity bus line industry. The current state and future of Greyhound four years after the FlixBus acquisition.
New Guide Helps Public Transit, Motorcoach Fleets Prepare for Emergencies Before Disaster Strikes

2 weeks ago | metro-magazine.com | Alex Roman

With natural disasters growing in frequency and severity, transit and motorcoach operators are under increasing pressure to ensure safety and continuity of service in crises. A new industry resource — the Disaster Preparation & Response Guide — is now available to help public transit and motorcoach fleet managers protect passengers, staff, and vehicles during emergencies such as severe weather, power outages, or evacuation events.
Consultant Q&A: Stantec’s Ryan White on Regulation, Funding, and Community-Centered Solutions

3 weeks ago | metro-magazine.com | Alex Roman

As design services growth leader for Southeast Transportation at Stantec, Ryan White brings over 20 years of experience in transportation planning, engineering, and public involvement. White has led outreach efforts for long-range and project-specific plans in diverse urban and rural settings. His work includes facilitating community and technical advisory committees, organizing in-person and virtual meetings, and engaging legislative bodies.
Consultant Q&A: WSP's Schwarz Talks Project Delivery, Tech, and More

1 month ago | metro-magazine.com | Alex Roman

Angela Schwarz leads the efforts to strengthen WSP’s nationwide footprint across the transit and rail markets. Schwarz joined WSP in 2021 as the national transit and rail systems practice leader, bringing with her 30 years of experience in transit systems engineering and delivery.
Inside MBTA’s Award-Winning Podcast Spilling the T with Host Andrew Cassidy

1 month ago | metro-magazine.com | Alex Roman

Produced entirely in-house by the MBTA’s Customer and Employee Experience team, Spilling the T is a monthly podcast offering a behind-the-scenes look at the T. Through candid interviews with MBTA leadership, staff, and transit advocates, the show strengthens community connections by spotlighting the people and efforts driving improvements in safety, reliability, and the rider experience.
Consultant Q&A: Project Delivery, Tech, and More with STV's Díaz González

1 month ago | metro-magazine.com | Alex Roman

As president of STV’s Transportation Northeast operating group, Marcos Díaz González leads a diverse portfolio of projects spanning environmental, civil, transit, and rail infrastructure across the Northeast U.S. Under his leadership, the group delivers planning, design, engineering, and project management services critical to the region’s evolving mobility needs.
50 Years of MV Transportation and More with Gary Coles

2 months ago | metro-magazine.com | Alex Roman

Beginning as a small, minority-owned startup in San Francisco in 1975, MV Transportation is celebrating its 50th Anniversary in 2025. METRO’s Executive Editor Alex Roman had a chance to talk to MV’s Chief Customer Success Officer Gary Coles about the company’s milestone and much more. Topics include:The company’s humble beginnings and its growth into a national company. How MV is helping transit agencies adapt new service models.