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EXPO 2008 Features Full Card of Newsworthy Story Lines
Gathering of 800+ Exhibitors, 15,000+ Transportation Industry Leaders, System Operators, Manufacturers, Suppliers and Policymakers Showcases the Future of Public Transit
*** Free Registration For Members Of The Media! ***
September 30, 2008
APTA contacts:
Mary Ellen Menton
540-229-4505
WASHINGTON, D.C. (September 30, 2008)––The 2008 American Public Transportation Association’s (APTA) Annual Meeting and triennial EXPO – the largest public transportation expo in the world – will take place in San Diego, California, from October 6-8. San Diego Metropolitan Transit System (MTS) will be the host for this year’s events, welcoming more than 15,000 transit professionals and more than 800 exhibitors to the San Diego Convention Center.
The 2008 EXPO will feature a full range of the latest public transportation products, services and technologies that enhance passengers’ experience, as well as enable transit systems to operate more cleanly and efficiently. Recent years have seen a wide range of new technologies emerge that greatly enhance the ridership experience, and offer passengers more flexibility and convenience than ever for using public transportation. Many of the exhibits and some educational sessions will focus on the technology, security, and energy and environment arenas.
“EXPO 2008 offers a unique opportunity for a first-hand look at the cutting-edge of public transportation,” said APTA President William W. Millar. “The range of exhibits and educational sessions reflects an industry-wide commitment to provide the most advanced service we can to meet the needs of our rapidly growing ridership.”
See www.apta.com/expo2008 to register and learn more about the EXPO (more information at the end of the release).
EXPO Media Events:
Sunday, October 5 |
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General Session: Just Do It!
Join a conversation with actor and environmental activist Ed Begley, Jr. on what public transportation systems and manufacturers are doing to become greener. |
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4:00-5:00 p.m. |
| Location: |
Marriot Hotel, Marriott Hall 3-4, Lobby Level, North Tower
Keynote Speaker: Ed Begley Jr. |
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Host Forum: Partnerships for the Future
San Diego MTS CEO Paul Jablonski leads a panel on his system’s partnerships to sustain vital regional public transportation services. |
| Time: |
5:00-6:00 p.m. |
| Location |
Marriot Hotel, Marriot Hall 4-6, Lobby Level, North Tower |
Monday, October 6 |
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Opening General Session: Public Transportation: Wherever Life Takes You… Today and Tomorrow |
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8:30 – 10:30 a.m. |
| Location: |
Convention Center, Ballroom 20, Upper Level |
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Welcome: William Millar, president, APTA
Mayor Jerry Sanders, City of San Diego, CA
Harry Mathis, chairman, San Diego MTS, San Diego, CA
Paul C. Jablonski, chief executive officer, San Diego, CA |
| Keynote Address: |
Administrator James Simpson, Federal Transit Administration |
| Remarks: |
Michael S. Townes, 2007-2008 chair, APTA, and president/chief executive officer, Hampton Roads Transit, Hampton, VA
Beverly A. Scott, Ph.D., 2008-2009 chair, APTA, and general manager, Metropolitan Atlanta Rapid Transit Authority, Atlanta, GA
Delon Hampton, PhD, P.E., vice chair-business members, APTA; chair, APTA Business Member Board of Governors; and chairman, Delon Hampton & Associates, Chartered |
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Walking Tour of EXPO Floor with APTA President William Millar, FTA Administrator James Simpson and other industry leaders
Come see the latest innovations in the areas of sustainability and emerging technologies. |
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10:45 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. |
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Convention Center, starting at the Bayside Lobby on the first floor. |
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General Forum: California Highlights and Happenings
Always a trend-setter, learn more about California’s focus on public transportation and climate change from California leaders in transportation, environment and government entities. |
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3:30 – 5:00 p.m |
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Convention Center, Room 6F, Upper Level |
Tuesday, October 7 |
| Event: |
2008 APTA Awards Ceremony
Meet this year’s award winners that demonstrate excellence in the public transportation industry. |
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8:15 – 10:00 a.m. |
| Location: |
Convention Center, Ballroom 20, Upper Level |
| Event: |
Media Luncheon with APTA President William Millar and other industry leaders
*pre-registration appreciated |
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12:30 – 2:00 p.m. |
| Location: |
Convention Center, Room 33C, Upper Level |
| Event: |
The Perfect Storm: Impacts of Fuel, Ridership & a Turbulent Economy (Part 1)
This session focuses on how public transit agencies are responding to operational and budget challenges in light of high gas prices and increased ridership. |
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2:00 – 3:30 p.m. |
| Location: |
Convention Center, Room 6E, Upper Level |
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General Session: Public Transportation Summit
Join U.S. Senator Barbara Boxer and others to discuss public transportation and its positive impact on sustainability and climate change. |
| Time: |
3:45 – 5:45 p.m. |
| Location: |
Convention Center, Ballroom 20, Upper Level
Keynote Speaker: Senator Barbara A. Boxer (D-CA), chair,
Committee on Environmental & Public Works, U.S. Senate
Presiding: Beverly A. Scott, PhD, 2008-2009 chair, APTA, and general manager, Metropolitan Atlanta Rapid Transit Authority, Atlanta, GA
Speakers: Warren George, international president, Amalgamated Transit Union
Michael S. Townes, 2007-2008 chair, APTA; member, Governor’s Commission on Climate Change, Commonwealth of Virginia; and president/chief executive officer, Hampton Roads Transit
Bruce Hamilton, deputy executive director, The Sierra Club
William W. Millar, president, APTA |
Wednesday, October 8
(Showfloor will be open to the public) |
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The Perfect Storm: Impacts of Fuel Pricing, Ridership, & a Turbulent Economy (Part 2)
Public transportation leaders from across the country will discuss strategies for communicating and educating new and established riders, funding agencies, and external partners on the issues confronting transit systems. |
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11:00 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. |
| Location: |
Convention Center, Room E, Upper Level |
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Complimentary Media Registration:
Register online at http://apta.ntpshowsites.com/press_registration_form.html or contact Mary Ellen Menton at 540-229-4505 or mmenton@stratacomm.net by October 2nd. Onsite registration will also be available in the EXPO Media Center (Room 2 *second floor, San Diego Convention Center).
The Media Center will be open:
| Sunday, October 5 |
11:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. |
| Monday, October 6 |
9:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. |
| Tuesday, October 7 |
9:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. |
| Wednesday, October 8 |
9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. |
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