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Brownsville Metro Selects ETA for 22-Bus Technology Upgrade
Boca Raton, FL, October 19, 2026. Brownsville Metro, the City of Brownsville’s public transportation system, has selected ETA to upgrade technology across 22 buses. The project includes TransitOps™ for computer-aided dispatch and automatic vehicle location (CAD/AVL), automatic passenger counters, and Tally for trip surveying and reporting support.
ETA Awarded National Cooperative Purchasing Contract for Transit Technology Solutions
ETA announced today that it has been awarded a national cooperative purchasing contract through the 791 Purchasing Cooperative for Transit Services and Technology Solutions.
Agencies Roll Out TransitGPT™ as ETA Advances TransitOS™ Architecture
Boca Raton, FL – September 3, 2026 – ETA today announced that several transit agencies are rolling out TransitGPT™, its conversational AI application designed to help transit professionals ask questions across connected agency data in plain language.
Metro McAllen Selects ETA’s Transit Operating System for Five-Year Fleet Modernization
Boca Raton, Fl. August 5, 2026. ETA, Inc., announced that Metro McAllen has selected TransitOS™, ETA’s connected transit technology platform, for a comprehensive five-year modernization spanning 30 vehicles.
ETA Rebrands and Unveils the Industry’s First Transit Operating System
Boca Raton, FL — July 28, 2026 — The company formerly known as ETAs today announced a comprehensive rebrand, officially shortening its name to ETA and introducing a redesigned visual identity, website, a new corporate logo, and a category-defining tagline: The Transit Operating System.
ETA Selected by Syracuse University to Modernize Campus Transit Fleet with AI-Powered CAD/AVL, Passenger Counting, and Digital Signage
Boca Raton, FL. July 7, 2026. ETA, the cloud-native, AI-powered transit technology provider known for delivering transit-grade onboard equipment coupled with the industry’s most comprehensive web-based software for campus transit operations, today announced it has been selected by Syracuse University to deploy a comprehensive fleet technology upgrade across its campus transit system.
ETA Partners with Transdev to Improve Transit Technology at Texas State University
Boca Raton, FL. May 29, 2026. ETA announced today a new partnership with Transdev to bring its intelligent transit technology suite to Texas State University (TXST). Working alongside Transdev, the operator of TXST’s campus transit service, ETA will deliver CAD/AVL technology, rider information tools, onboard announcements, and integrated passenger counting capabilities across the university’s 49-bus fleet. Service is expected to launch in August 2026.
ETA Awarded Five-Year APC Contract with Island Transit
Boca Raton, FL. May 19, 2026. Island Transit has selected ETA as its automated passenger counting (APC) partner, awarding a five-year contract in April 2026. Installation across the agency’s 54-vehicle fleet is scheduled to begin in early June.
ETA Expands Partnership with PDRTA, Completing APC Deployment
Boca Raton, FL. May 19, 2026. Pee Dee Regional Transportation Authority (PDRTA) has expanded its partnership with ETA with an APC deployment, building on a relationship that began with ETA’s CAD/AVL implementation and a successful 10-vehicle APC pilot program.
Mountain Line Selects ETAs to Replace Legacy Platform with Full CAD/AVL Suite
Boca Raton, FL. April 16, 2026. Mountain Line, Missoula’s public transit system, has selected ETAs to replace its legacy CAD/AVL solution with ETA’s cloud based Intelligent Transportation System platform. The deployment will equip all 30 fixed-route buses with a fully integrated suite, including CAD/AVL, Mobile Data Terminals (MDTs), Automatic Passenger Counting (APC), Onboard Announcements (OBA/AVA), passenger infotainment screens, and Digital Pre-Trip Inspection (DVIR), giving operators a complete view of fleet operations while improving the rider experience across Missoula
ETA Announces Launch of New Rider Mobile App
ETA is proud to announce the upcoming launch of its new public transit rider mobile app, built to improve real-time bus tracking, stop searchability, and overall transit system navigation.
ETA Completes CAD/AVL Deployment with Enterprise Detroit
Boca Raton, FL. April 1, 2026. ETA, a leading provider of innovative transit technology solutions, is pleased to announce the successful deployment of its SPOT® CAD/AVL platform in partnership with Enterprise Detroit.
Sunny Isles Beach Transforms Public Transit with ETA
Boca Raton, FL. February 1, 2026. Sunny Isles Beach is launching a modernized public transit system powered by ETA, bringing advanced operational and passenger-facing technology to the City’s fleet.
Oswego County Upgrades CAD/AVL Platform with ETA
Boca Raton, FL. December 18, 2025. ETA has successfully deployed a modern CAD/AVL and onboard technology platform for Oswego County in collaboration with Via, officially launching public service by the end of September as planned. The project moved from kickoff call in early August to full hardware installation in early September, resulting in deployment within just weeks. This accelerated timeline aligned with the county’s public launch date and reflects strong coordination between all project partners and Oswego County’s transit team.
QLine Completes Implementation of ETA Technology to Enhance Operations and Rider Experience
Boca Raton, FL. September 17, 2025. QLine has completed the implementation of ETAs’ Automatic Vehicle Location (AVL), Automatic Voice Announcements (AVA), and Automatic Passenger Counting (APC) technologies across its fleet of six modern streetcars serving the Woodward Corridor in Downtown Detroit.
TARTA and ETA Recognized with Metro Magazine’s Innovative Solutions Award
Boca Raton, FL. August 21, 2025. The Toledo Area Regional Transit Authority (TARTA) has been named a recipient of Metro Magazine’s Innovative Solutions Award for its collaboration with ETA on a project that dramatically improved communications and operational efficiency.
Binghamton University Celebrates Over a Decade with ETA: A Longtime Partnership Powering a Student-Led System
Boca Raton, FL. August 15, 2025. At Binghamton University in upstate New York, a student-run bus system is delivering professional-grade transit service to thousands of students every day and it’s all made possible by a longtime partner, ETAs.
SPOT™ CAD/AVL System Deployed at Greenville Area Transit (GREAT)
Boca Raton, FL. May 1, 2025. ETAs, a prominent provider of cutting-edge transit technology solutions, is pleased to announce the successful deployment of a CAD/AVL project in collaboration with Greenville Area Transit (GREAT). The project was kicked off in October 2024 and was installed within 4 months.
High Valley Transit and ETA Celebrate One-Year Anniversary of CAD/AVL System Deployment
Boca Raton, FL. April 22, 2025. ETAs, a leading provider of innovative transit technology solutions, is proud to celebrate the one-year anniversary of its successful CAD/AVL system deployment with High Valley Transit in partnership with their operator Via. Since the system’s launch in April 2024, the collaboration has transformed the efficiency and reliability of High Valley Transit’s fixed-route operations, addressing key challenges with previous technology and significantly improving the rider’s experience.
ETA Successfully Deploys CAD/AVL System at Stony Brook University
Boca Raton, FL. March 26, 2025. ETAs, a leading provider of innovative transit technology solutions, proudly announces the successful deployment of a CAD/AVL project in collaboration with Stony Brook University. Awarded in January 2025, the project was implemented just one month from the kickoff call, ensuring a seamless transition after the university’s previous vendor discontinued service at the end of 2024.
ETA Delivers Innovative Solution, Exceeds Expectations at Boise State University
Boca Raton, FL. October 9, 2024. ETA is proud to announce the successful implementation of a custom-built CAD/AVL system for Boise State University.
ETA deploys digital signage project at Hampton Roads Transit
Boca Raton, FL. October 3, 2024. ETA, a leading provider of advanced transit technology solutions, is thrilled to announce that it has deployed a digital signage project with Hampton Roads Transit (HRT). The system includes ETA’s content management system to drive real-time passenger information, infotainment content, and rider alerts to digital LCD displays strategically placed at multiple transit centers.
SPOT CAD/AVL System Deployed in Florence County, SC
Boca Raton, FL. September 9, 2024. ETAs, a leading provider of intelligent transportation system (ITS) solutions, today announced the successful implementation of a new Computer-Aided Dispatch/Automatic Vehicle Location (CAD/AVL) system for the Pee Dee Regional Transportation Authority (PDRTA). Awarded in April 2024 and deployed within two months, the project equips PDRTA with cutting-edge technology to enhance fleet management, real-time data access, and passenger experience.
Indiana University Upgrades Shuttle Bus Technology with ETA
Boca Raton, FL. June 17, 2024. Indiana University (IU) has partnered with ETAs, a leader in innovative transit solutions, to enhance its campus shuttle bus service. This collaboration strengthens IU’s commitment to providing a diverse range of sustainable transportation options for students and staff. IU selected ETA after a rigorous evaluation process involving eight vendors.
ETA Strengthens Customer Focus with Appointment of Christian G. Londono as Senior Customer Success Manager
Boca Raton, FL. May 21, 2024. ETA, a leader in innovative transit technology solutions, welcomes Christian G. Londono as its new Senior Customer Success Manager. This appointment underscores ETA’s unwavering commitment to exceptional customer service for public transportation agencies across the country.
ETA drives its SPOT™ CAD/AVL system into Richland County
Boca Raton, FL. March 28, 2024. Richland County Transit (RCT), operator of the Mansfield, Ohio public bus system, has awarded a contract to ETAs, a leading provider of intelligent transportation systems (ITS) solutions. The contract includes a comprehensive Computer-Aided Dispatch/Automated Vehicle Location (CAD/AVL) system
ETA Secures Contract with Via to Enhance Sioux Area Metro Public Transit Network in Sioux Falls, S.D
Boca Raton, FL. March 18, 2024. ETA, a leading CAD/AVL bus technology provider, and Via, the global leader in TransitTech, have partnered to upgrade the Sioux Area Metro (SAM) public transit network in Sioux Falls, South Dakota. In a mere four weeks, ETA deployed a state of the art 26 bus fixed route ITS project. More impressively, ETA demonstrated their dedication by completing the bus installation in one week during the December 2023 holiday season.
ETA partners with University of South Alabama for innovative CAD/AVL project
Boca Raton, FL. February 23, 2024. ETA is proud to announce its selection for the Computer-Aided Dispatch and Automatic Vehicle Location (CAD/AVL) project by the University of South Alabama. This selection underscores our deep commitment to delivering high-quality, reliable transportation solutions, tailored to the specific needs of our clients. The decision by the University of South Alabama to collaborate with ETA on this project reflects our strong track record and expertise in the transportation sector, enhancing our footprint in Alabama and building upon our prior success with Auburn University.
ETA Awarded Contract by Bloomington Public Transportation Corporation for CAD/AVL System Replacement Project
Boca Raton, FL. February 7, 2024. ETA is thrilled to announce that it has been awarded a contract by the Bloomington Public Transportation Corporation (BPTC) for a comprehensive CAD/AVL system replacement project. This significant partnership marks a pivotal moment in the advancement of public transportation technology, bringing forth innovation and improved services for the Bloomington community that utilizes Bloomington Transit.
Valley Regional Transit signs up for ETA’s Infotainment solution
Boca Raton, FL. January 10, 2024. ETAs (ETA), a trailblazing provider of innovative transit solutions, proudly announces the successful deployment of its state-of-the-art onboard infotainment system for Valley Regional Transit in Boise, Idaho. This achievement signifies a major advancement in elevating the passenger experience and ushering in a new era of intelligent transit technology. Valley Regional Transit (VRT) has long been dedicated to delivering efficient and enjoyable public transportation services to the community.
ETA Marks 3-Year Milestone with Onboard Infotainment System Deployment for Valley Regional Transit in Boise, Idaho
Boca Raton, FL. January 9, 2024. ETA, a trailblazing provider of innovative transit solutions, proudly announces the successful deployment of its state-of-the-art onboard infotainment system for Valley Regional Transit in Boise, Idaho. This achievement signifies a major advancement in elevating the passenger experience and ushering in a new era of intelligent transit technology.
SPOT™ roars onto Auburn’s Tiger Transit system
Boca Raton, FL. January 8, 2024. Auburn University recently made a substantial upgrade to its Tiger Transit campus transportation technology. Its competitive bid award to ETA for its SPOT™ intelligent transit system (ITS) brings a slew of new features to riders designed to improve communication and vehicle arrival information to help students plan their travel to and from campus.
ETA Successfully Implements CAD/AVL Project for the City of Hialeah, Florida
Boca Raton, FL. November 17, 2023. ETA, a prominent provider of cutting-edge transit technology solutions, is pleased to announce the successful deployment of a CAD/AVL project in collaboration with the City of Hialeah, Florida. The City’s decision to entrust ETA with this critical project stems from our consistent track record of on-time project delivery and the high levels of customer satisfaction we have maintained for the past two decades.
ETA deploys a new CAD/AVL system at AppalCART in Boone, North Carolina
Boca Raton, FL. November 1, 2023. ETA, a leading provider of advanced transit technology solutions, is thrilled to announce that it has been awarded a CAD/AVL project with the AppalCART, a transit system servicing the Appalachian State University and the town of Boone, North Carolina.
ETA Celebrates Lead Product Owner J. Levi McCollum’s Inclusion in Mass Transit Magazine’s 40 Under 40 List
Boca Raton, FL. August 25, 2023. ETA, a leading provider of CAD/AVL transit technology solutions, is proud to announce that J. Levi McCollum, the company’s Lead Product Owner, has been recognized in Mass Transit magazine’s esteemed 40 Under 40 list. This prestigious accolade celebrates young individuals making significant contributions in the public transit industry.
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