APTA Expo 2014 to highlight livable communities, international practices

摘要

The American Public Transportation Association's (APTA) triennial Expo, taking place in Houston from Oct. 12 to 15 at the George R. Brown Convention Center, will offer attendees more resources than ever on transportation's role in forming more livable and sustainable communities as well as international best practices. Meanwhile, host agency Metropolitan Transit Authority of Harris County (Metro) will showcase its new rail transportation lines and the vibrant communities they serve. The show floor will illustrate Expo 2014's theme, "Powering Possibilities" with ample opportunity for public transportation professionals to participate in educational sessions, forums, tours and networking events. Additionally, this year's Annual Meeting will be held in conjunction with Expo 2014. Five Learning Labs on the show floor will highlight the latest product innovations as well as international presentations with lessons learned from what's happening all around the world, Jeff Wharton, president, IMPulse NC and the chair of the APTA Expo Advisory Committee, says.