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Thoughts about scheduling, planning, mass transit, technology, algorithms and more.

From Planning to Operations: Snapper Services, Dhemax and Optibus at UITP Summit 2025

As we gear up for UITP Summit 2025 (June 15–18 2025), we're not just bringing powerful tech but also a strong...

How Optibus & Snapper Services Empower Operators and Agencies to Provide More Reliable Services

In today’s transport networks, public transport operators (PTOs) and authorities (PTAs) are expected to deliver...

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New Optibus - Dhemax Smart Charging Integration for Enhanced EV Charge Plans

Optibus, the AI-powered platform for public transportation management, and Dhemax, a provider of a powerful Charge...

Metropol and Optibus to Advance Bus Electrification and Passenger Experience in Santiago

The Metropol Group, a leading public transportation operator in Latin America, has selected Optibus Planning,...

Ribeirão Preto adopts Optibus to optimize city's entire bus system

Optibus is proud to announce that yet another city will have its entire public bus system managed using Optibus:...

Optibus Appoints Darren Barker as VP Sales, EMEA, to Accelerate Market Expansion and Growth

Optibus, a leading SaaS company offering an AI-backed platform for managing and optimizing public transportation, is...

Why Timing Matters in Passenger Information

"Where’s My Bus?" It’s a familiar scene. A commuter stands at a bus stop, phone in hand, refreshing their app. The...

Optibus at UITP 2025: Shaping Public Transportation Together

Join us at the UITP Global Public Transport Summit in Hamburg, from June 15–18, 2025.

Six Tools for Navigating Power Grid Constraints for Electric Bus Fleets

Our latest industry report surveyed public transportation professionals about key concerns for 2025. Eighty percent...

AI-Powered Public Transportation Gains Momentum as Optibus Platform hits One Million Optimizations

Optibus, a leading software for public transportation planning and operations, proudly announces that a landmark one...

Accelerate Action: Key Takeaways from the Optibus International Women’s Day 2025 Panel

In recognition of International Women’s Day, Optibus hosted an inspiring panel discussion featuring influential women...

Breaking Barriers: The Story of Karen Harrison, Britain’s First Female Train Driver

March is Women’s History Month – a time to celebrate the pioneers who have reshaped industries and paved the way for a...

Public Transportation in 2025: Challenges, Strategies, and Opportunities

Public transportation is at a pivotal moment. As we enter 2025, agencies worldwide are navigating a rapidly changing...

Breaking Barriers: Matilde Montoya, Mexico’s First Female Doctor and Advocate for Women’s Mobility

March is International Women’s Month – a time to recognize the achievements of women who have broken barriers and paved...