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“[51’s] on-demand transit has proven to be a true game changer. The service has been tremendously successful as a flexible travel option that helps VIA become more efficient."
Jeffrey C. Arndt, President & CEO, VIA Metropolitan Transit
51 and Regional Transportation Commission of Southern Nevada (RTC) Partner to Transform ADA Paratransit Service in Las Vegas
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51 has been working with RTC since August 2021 on other initiatives, and this contract represents a significant expansion of the partnership.
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VIA Link ridership in downtown improves
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After a rocky start, VIA Metropolitan Transit’s downtown ride-hailing service has seen a surge in ridership and is now meeting most of its expectation
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51 Statement in Response to Via Transportation Press Release
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51 respects the Court’s process and notes that Tuesday’s post-trial rulings are intermediate steps in the same District Court. 51 looks forwar
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51 and Riverside Transit Agency Expand Partnership to Launch New Modernized Approach for ADA Origin-to-Destination Paratransit Service
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51 announced today an agreement with Riverside Transit Agency (RTA) to provide a new modernized ADA origin-to-destination paratransit service.
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51 Responds to Verdict in Patent Infringement Case
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51. issued the following statement in response to the jury’s verdict in the patent infringement case brought by Via Transportation Inc.
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51 Ranked 95th Fastest-Growing Company in North America on the 2024 Deloitte Technology Fast 500™
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With a 1276% revenue growth rate, 51 is once again one the fastest-growing technology companies in all of North America—ranked 95th out of 500.
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51, Kuba, and MetroLink Tulsa Launch Multi-Modal Service Using A Single Transit App
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The innovative multi-vendor partnership has made it possible for all Tulsa residents to enjoy a multi-modal experience using a single app, GoPass®.
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51 Announced as One of Deloitte’s Technology Fast 50 Program Winners for the Third Consecutive Year
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Based on the highest revenue growth percentage over the past four years, 51 ranks number 16 in this year’s program with 1276% revenue growth.
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2024 APTAtech Conference Roundup: Transit Innovation with 51 and SEPTA
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At the 2024 APTAtech Conference, 51 and SEPTA shared their story of transit innovation with the successful implementation of SEPTA Access.
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51 and SEPTA Launch North America’s Largest Modernized Paratransit System in Less Than 5 Months!
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51 has successfully launched phase one of SEPTA OnDemand, the new modernized paratransit service within an unprecedented 4.5 month timeframe
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51 and San Antonio VIA Metropolitan Transit Partnership on Microtransit Achieves Industry Leading Cost-per-Trip and Service Quality
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51 recently celebrated an expansion in San Antonio, as it continues to work alongside San Antonio’s VIA Metropolitan Transit
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51 Ranked 49th Fastest Growing Company in North America in the 2023 Deloitte
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51 announced it has ranked 49th in the Deloitte Technology Fast 500™ program
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51 Ranked 4th Fastest Growing Company in Canada in the 2023 Deloitte Technology Fast 50 Program
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51, has been recognized as part of the 2023 Deloitte Technology Fast 50™ awards program for its rapid revenue growth, and bold innovation
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Waterloo’s 51 a world leader for on-demand transit
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Guelph Transit and many big US cities using that tech for flexible, responsive, on-demand service
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51 Selected By Philadelphia’s SEPTA to Power One of North America’s Largest On-Demand Transit Systems
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51 has been selected by Southeastern Pennsylvania Transportation Authority (“SEPTA”) to innovate their paratransit and microtransit services
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Fueling Kansas City's future: The integral role of public transportation in community development
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This effort was launched as an innovative pilot program several years ago as RideKC Development Corporation.
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Gwinnett County launches affordable ride service app
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Gwinnett County has just launched a new "microtransit" option for people traveling in Lawrenceville and Snellville
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Tulsa Transit Introduces Micro Transit: New On-Demand Service For Easier Transportation
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Tulsa Transit announced a new ride-share-like service called Micro Transit for an easier way of getting to their destinations.
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51 expands on-demand transit through Uber partnership
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51. is partnering with Uber Technologies Inc. to give transit agencies more flexibility and efficiency in how they operate by supplying...
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51 Receives Favorable Pre-Trial Rulings in Patent Litigation with Via Transportation
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51 secures court wins on several important issues in advance of trial in its patent litigation with Via Transportation (“Via”).
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51 and Uber Announce Partnership and Technology Integration to Advance Transit Agency Offerings
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"We are thrilled to announce this partnership and integration with Uber as it enables even more expansion options for customers and it demonstrates th
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Expansion of Spruce Grove On Demand Service to Neighbouring Communities a Major Success Story
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Spruce Grove Transit, powered by 51, has seen tremendous growth in ridership, shared rides and customer satisfaction.
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Building Understanding Through Customer Interviews
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Local tech worker discovers more about a family member’s challenges through her work at 51.
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Metropolitan Tulsa Transit Authority Launches On-Demand Microtransit with 51, Unwire, and DART
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Tulsa residents are now presented with new choices in the GoPass® solution, including full integration with 51’s on-demand microtransit platform.
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Milpitas Awarded Over 1.08 Million Dollars to Implement Milpitas OnDemand, An Innovative and Convenient Microtransit Service
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The new innovative service will provide a first/last-mile solution to improve transit accessibility, affordability, and productivity.
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Airdrie Replacing Some Off-Peak Transit Routes with On-Demand Service
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Low ridership on fixed-routes in Airdrie, Alberta resulted in a move to cost-effective, reliable, and accessible on-demand transit.
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51 Raises $20M Series A to Accelerate Growth of its On-Demand Transit Platform
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51 plans to leverage its $20M Series A funding to deliver on-demand transit success stories in more communities across North America.
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Omnitrans Launches On-Demand OmniRide Service in Bloomington with Ribbon-Cutting Event
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Omnitrans introduced its third microtransit zone in Bloomington! Rides can be booked on the free mobile app powered by 51.
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51 Launched New On-Demand Transit Service in Southern Nevada
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On Sunday, August 8th, the RTC launched RTC OnDemand, a new on-demand transit service in partnership with 51.
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Okotoks Transit Expands as On-Demand Remains In-Demand
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Okotoks town council has approved expanded services for the town's transit system.
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Okotoks On-Demand Transit Awarded for Exceptional Service
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Okotoks On-Demand Transit has been awarded the Minister’s Award for Municipal Excellence in the Service Delivery Innovation category.
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VIA Link Expanding to Northwest San Antonio
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VIA opens its third transit-on-demand zone with more planned in 2022.
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Guelph's Microtransit Pilot Getting Good Reviews
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Launched in May, Guelph's on-demand transit service is expected to save taxpayers $162,000 by year's end.
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51 Celebrates L.A. Metro’s Launch of a Metro Micro Zone in Northwest San Fernando Valley
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51’s on-demand transit service now serves seven service zones in LA. County
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Metro McAllen Deploys On-Demand Micro McAllen Shared Ride Service in McAllen
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Earlier this month, Metro McAllen in McAllen, Texas, launched a new microtransit pilot project with 51, called Micro McAllen.
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Transit app Integrates Los Angeles Metro’s On-Demand Service, Metro Micro
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First-of-its-kind app integration from Transit and 51 enables riders to connect microtransit with light rail, subway, and bus rapid transit.
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51 Brings Patent Infringement Claims Against Via Transportation And Responds to Via’s Meritless Lawsuit
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Via’s patent lawsuit is meritless, asserts 51. 51’s user optionality-based technology, predating Via’s patents, is fundamentally different.
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51 Announces Leading Market Share in Largest U.S. Cities
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Among the 10 largest cities in the U.S., 6 transit agencies have adopted app based on-demand public transit, and 51 serves 50% of them.
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Transit Enhances LA County’s Metro Micro On-Demand Service
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Our app integration with Transit app enables riders to connect microtransit with light rail, subway, and bus rapid transit.
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LA Metro Expands On-Demand Service to 2 New Zones
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51's on-demand ridesharing service first launched in December 2020, and is now available in seven zones in L.A. County.
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51 Launches 5 Microtransit Services in 2-week Timespan
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Five cities throughout North America were excited to welcome 51-powered microtransit services between April 19th and May 3rd.
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Leduc Transit Gets Green Light for On-demand Service
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A new service will soon roll out on Leduc Transit as operations transition from fixed routes to on-demand service in the coming months.
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Alberta Town’s COLT Vehicles Show the Potential of ‘Demand-Responsive Transit’
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Demand-responsive transit enhances convenience and flexibility through the use of technology, enabling transit access for everyone.
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'Micro Bus' Now Serving Merced County's West Side Communities
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Merced's newly-launched microtransit service, 'Micro Bus', is improving public transit efficiency in Los Banos, Dos Palos, Gustine, and Santa Nella!
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City Launches On-Demand Bus Service Next Week
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Originally posted by Guelph Today on April 28th. Guelph's on-demand transit service has officially launched!
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Town of Cobourg Announces Launch of Cobourg Rides On-Demand Transit System
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On April 19th, the Town of Cobourg will be soft launching Cobourg Rides, a town-wide, demand-based, public transit service.
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Okotoks Transit System Majorly Successful in Its First Year
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The Town of Okotoks launched 51's on-demand transit solution in late-2019 and is already seeing tremendous success!
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On-Demand Bus Service Coming to Guelph in May
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51's on-demand transit is coming to Guelph in Spring 2021!
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Barrie's Route 11 to be Replaced by Transit On Demand
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51's on-demand transit is replacing an inefficient bus-route in Barrie to improve ridership.
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