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BlogDec 10, 2024

Why Pilots Work: Charting a Course for Transit Success

Public transit is the lifeblood of our communities, connecting people to work, education, healthcare, and beyond. Yet launching a new service is no small task. Transit agencies must balance the needs of riders, elected officials, operators, union partners, and taxpayers – all while delivering a cost-effective, equitable solution. This is where pilot programs shine.

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BlogDec 4, 2024

How Pingo Flex™ Reinvents the Future of Fixed and On-Demand Service to (Actually) Reach People with Reliable Transit

Why blending fixed routes with on-demand services empowers agencies to deliver flexible, rider-centric transit that streamlines operations and elevates service.

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Smart Cities World
Dec 4, 2024

App aims to help agencies manage fixed and flexible routes

Published by Smart Cities World

BlogOct 31, 2024

The white glove difference: why unmatched customer support is the heartbeat of every partnership, and the secret to building the future of transit

Exploring the distinctive value of white glove customer support, and why TRC remains dedicated to hands-on partner support at every stage

Flyover view of Pingo Sandbox in action, showing simulated routes and vehicles moving along them.
Mass Transit Mag
Oct 16, 2024

The Routing Company launches Pingo Sandbox

Published by MASS TRANSIT MAG

Mass Transit Mag
Oct 11, 2024

City of Big Rapids, The Routing Company enter five year on-demand transit partnership

Published by MASS TRANSIT MAG

Mass Transit Mag
Oct 8, 2024

The Routing Company to launch new service in partnership with Pee Dee Regional Transportation Authority

Published by MASS TRANSIT MAG

The Manchester Mirror
Oct 7, 2024

WAVE expands door-to-door services and hours!

Published by THE MANCHESTER MIRROR

Mass Transit Mag
Oct 3, 2024

The Routing Company launches new services in partnership with Rochester RTS, city of Vacaville

Published by MASS TRANSIT MAG

Mass Transit Mag
Oct 2, 2024

Rochester-Genesee RTA awards on-demand transit contract to TRC, industry’s largest

Published by TAM AMERICA

Metro
Oct 1, 2024

TRC Launches One Transit; Enters 132 Vehicle Partnership

Published by METRO

Smart Cities World
Oct 1, 2024

New York State awards 132-vehicle on-demand transit contract

Published by Smart Cities World

Mass Transit Mag
Sep 30, 2024

The Routing Company launches new on-demand transit service in partnership with VCU Health, updates Pingo products

Published by MASS TRANSIT MAG

Photo shows TRC's Dami Adebayo in front of a West Sussex County Council bus, during the launch of its 98 Flex service.
BlogSep 20, 2024

One Transit, Infinite Possibilities: the path to true transit equity

Exploring how an integrated approach to transit network design can tackle inequities and expand mobility for all.

Metro
Sep 20, 2024

TRC Unveils 9 Pingo Upgrades to Simplify Paratransit Operations and More

Published by METRO

Chillicothe Gazette
Sep 16, 2024

Coming to Chillicothe? Here are some apps you might need

Published by Chillicothe Gazette

Patch
Aug 22, 2024

SMART Expands Airport Shuttle Service Area, Extends Hours

Published by 25News

VCU News
Aug 22, 2024

RamSafe specializes in transporting precious cargo: You

Published by VCU News

Metro
Aug 15, 2024

California, Ohio Agencies Team with TRC to Bring Increased Efficiency, Expanded Mobility

Published by METRO

Smart Cities World
Jul 18, 2024

City of Dowagiac, MI, launches on-demand transit service

Published by Smart Cities World

Leader Publications
Jul 10, 2024

Dowagiac DART to launch on-demand transit service

Published by Leader Publications

Mass Transit Mag
Jul 2, 2024

CDTA expands FLEX+ services for summer months

Published by MASS TRANSIT MAG

Smart Cities World
Jul 2, 2024

New York CDTA expands on-demand transit service in Albany

Published by Smart Cities World

Sustainable Bus
Jul 1, 2024

New York’s CDTA chose to expand TRC-provided on-demand transit service in downtown Albany

Published by SUSTAINABLE BUS

Scioto Valley Guardian
Jun 26, 2024

Chillicothe Transit to make changes for on-demand trips starting July 1

Published by Scioto Valley Guardian

Local News Matters
Jun 25, 2024

Shuttle service gives riders a SMARTer way to connect with Larkspur train, ferry terminals

Published by LOCAL NEWS MATTERS

Government Technology
Jun 25, 2024

For Transit Agencies, On-Demand Services Can Fill the Gaps

Published by GOVERNMENT TECHNOLOGY

MIC-HUB
Jun 10, 2024

A new on-demand transport service around Keflavík International Airport, Iceland

Published by MIC-HUB

ITS International
May 31, 2024

On-demand transport for Reykjavík airport

Published by ITS INTERNATIONAL

Sustainable Bus
May 24, 2024

Bus operator brings on-demand transit to Keflavík airport

Published by SUSTAINABLE BUS

Big Rapids Pioneer
May 8, 2024

Dial-A-Ride Big Rapids launches new rider app

Published by Big Rapids Pioneer

Metro
May 3, 2024

'Uber and Lyft are Expensive': Waco Transit introduces new rideshare service, Micro Dash

Published by 25News

Mass Transit Mag
Apr 30, 2024

WAVE Bus launches in Michigan with technical assist from The Routing Company

Published by MASS TRANSIT MAG

Smart Cities World
Apr 29, 2024

Transit service aims to improve access across Michigan

Published by Smart Cities World

Masters Expo
Apr 24, 2024

In gesprek met Forbes 30 under 30-nominee Menno van der Zee

Published by Masters Expo

Mass Transit Mag
Apr 24, 2024

SMART extends SMART Connect service with Larkspur Shuttle

Published by MASS TRANSIT MAG

Mass Transit Mag
Apr 22, 2024

The Routing Company launches fourth partnership in California with Solano Transportation Authority

Published by MASS TRANSIT MAG

Mass Transit Mag
Apr 16, 2024

Plumas Transit Systems begins on-demand evening service using The Routing Company's Pingo app

Published by MASS TRANSIT MAG

De Ondernemer
Apr 16, 2024

Dit Nederlandse bedrijf staat in prestigieuze Amerikaanse lijst Forbes 30 under 30

Published by De Ondernemer

Mass Transit Mag
Apr 12, 2024

The Routing Company celebrates launch of Chillicothe Transit System's on-demand service

Published by MASS TRANSIT MAG

Smart Cities World
Apr 12, 2024

Ohio DoT launches on-demand transit service in Chillicothe

Published by Smart Cities World

Fonk
Apr 11, 2024

TRC-oprichters Menno van der Zee en Alex Wallar opgenomen in Forbes 30 Under 30 lijst voor Europa

Published by Fonk

Busline
Apr 10, 2024

TRC Co-founders Menno van der Zee And Alex Wallar Named To The Forbes 30 Under 30 List For Europe

Published by BUSLINE

Emerce
Apr 10, 2024

TRC-oprichters Menno van der Zee en Alex Wallar opgenomen in Forbes 30 Under 30 lijst voor Europa

Published by Emerce

Forbes
Apr 9, 2024

Forbes 30 Under 30: The Routing Company

Published by Forbes

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BlogMar 25, 2024

Life at The Routing Company: Connor Caldicott on Data-Driven Transit Innovation

In our “Life at The Routing Company” series, we highlight people across our team that power TRC’s customer deployments around the world. Meet Connor Caldicott, our Director of Market Ops and Analytics.

Sustainable Bus
Mar 19, 2024

Over 1 million passengers moved with on-demand transportation by The Routing Company (that in 2023 has tripled its deployments)

Published by SUSTAINABLE BUS

Mass Transit Mag
Mar 12, 2024

The Routing Company launches single point management platform

Published by MASS TRANSIT MAG

Read more about TRC's Pingo Rural package at https://theroutingcompany.com/newsroom/
BNN
Mar 2, 2024

Greystoke's Bus Battle: Community Fights for Inclusion in Stagecoach Route

Published by BNN

COACH & BUS WEEK
Feb 27, 2024

Flexibus celebrates 10,000 passenger milestone

Published by COACH & BUS WEEK

BlogFeb 19, 2024

Life at The Routing Company: Guillermo Casares on the power of TRC’s Ops Team

In our “Life at The Routing Company” series, we feature people across our team that power TRC’s customer deployments around the world. In this edition, we're highlighting Guillermo Casares, our General Manager for the European region.

SMART CITIES WORLD
Feb 5, 2024

The Routing Company enhances its transit analytics platform

Published by SMART CITIES WORLD

Press ReleaseJan 31, 2024

TRC introduces new Pingo Analytics™ features, including automated NTD reports and customizable real-time dispatch views

Latest Pingo Analytics update enables full access to data and customizable reporting

Mass Transit Mag
Jan 30, 2024

The Routing Company celebrates launch of CDTA's FLEX+ transit service

Published by MASS TRANSIT MAG

Mass Transit Mag
Jan 30, 2024

The Routing Company introduces Pingo Rural™ for on-demand transit

Published by MASS TRANSIT MAG

WNYT
Jan 30, 2024

CDTA launches on-demand service at Rensselaer rail station

Published by WNYT

Times Union
Jan 29, 2024

New CDTA van goes from Amtrak station in Rensselaer to downtown Albany

Published by TIMES UNION

Press ReleaseJan 29, 2024

TRC celebrates the Capital District Transportation Authority’s launch of new on-demand FLEX+ transit service in Albany, New York

New transit service is powered by Pingo, connecting downtown Albany and the Joseph L. Bruno Rail (Amtrak) Station with on-demand and pre-booked rides.

West Sussex City Council
Jan 29, 2024

Free rural bus travel in February as UK "Book-a-Bus" service expands

Published by WEST SUSSEX CITY COUNCIL

BlogJan 23, 2024

A year in review: how 2023 changed the lives of our agency and operator customers, and over 800,000 riders too

A year in review: how 2023 changed the lives of our agency and operator customers, and over 800,000 riders too

Mass Transit Mag
Jan 18, 2024

The Routing Company, Kitsap Transit mark start of commingled on-demand and paratransit service on Bainbridge Island

Published by MASS TRANSIT MAG

Press ReleaseJan 17, 2024

TRC celebrates launch of Kitsap Transit’s commingled on-demand and paratransit bus service on Bainbridge Island

Launch marks TRC’s first commingled paratransit service in the Pacific Northwest.

Chillicothe Gazette
Jan 16, 2024

Chillicothe Transit announces new software for booking rides

Published by Chillicothe Gazette

Press ReleaseJan 12, 2024

TRC’s Dietter Aragon named to Latinos In Transit’s Board of Directors

Industry leading nonprofit Latinos In Transit appoints TRC's Dietter Aragon to its incoming board for a two-year term.

Government Technology
Jan 11, 2024

Making the Connection: Transit Turns to Real-Time Tech

Published by GOVERNMENT TECHNOLOGY

TaxiPro
Jan 11, 2024

Five stars for Hague Hopper Benoordenhout

Published by TaxiPro

Sustainable Bus
Jan 10, 2024

Netherlands, The Hague launches on-demand transit services. Partnership established with The Routing Company

Published by SUSTAINABLE BUS

Metro
Jan 8, 2024

TRC, Swiftly Team Up

Published by METRO

Mass Transit Mag
Jan 3, 2024

Swiftly, The Riding Company partner to provide better first and last mile connections to Bay Area riders

Published by MASS TRANSIT MAG

SmartCitiesWorld
Jan 3, 2024

Bay Area transit riders to get improved connections

Published by SmartCitiesWorld

Press ReleaseJan 2, 2024

Bay Area Transit riders get improved first and last mile connections with Swiftly and The Routing Company

New partnership delivers guaranteed on-time transit connections for passengers, ensuring a seamless experience for riders in Fairfield and Sonoma County

Metro
Dec 21, 2023

TRC Secures Pilot Contract with California’s Plumas Transit Systems

Published by METRO

Press ReleaseDec 20, 2023

TRC expands reach with third partnership in The Netherlands, deploying employee transport across Schiedam with RMC

Flexible employee travel option in Rotterdam-The Hague metropolitan area with RMC marks TRC’s eighth partnership in Europe

Mass Transit Mag
Dec 20, 2023

The Routing Company receives one-year contract from Plumas County Transportation Commission for on-demand transportation

Published by MASS TRANSIT MAG

Press ReleaseDec 19, 2023

TRC secures one year on-demand transit contract with California’s Plumas Transit Systems to complement fixed-route service

New partnership marks TRC’s fifth on-demand transit deployment in California.

BlogDec 14, 2023

Reflecting on a year of Pingo Access™ – from launch to beyond

As 2023 draws to a close, TRC’s Senior Product Manager, Jackson Lester, reflects on TRC’s undertaking to build a transformational paratransit platform, and how far TRC has come in realizing its vision over the past year – including helping to double ridership in Fairfield, California.

Busline
Dec 13, 2023

TRC Secures 22-Vehicle Partnership With The Chillicothe Transit System

Published by BUSLINE

Mass Transit Mag
Dec 12, 2023

The Routing Company agrees to five-year partnership with Chillicothe Transit System

Published by MASS TRANSIT MAG

BlogDec 12, 2023

How TRC leverages best practices from North America and Europe to make on-demand transportation better

A TRC team chat on current insights from our biggest markets, to and how we leverage learnings to continuously improve our product.

The San Diego Union-Tribune
Dec 11, 2023

Neighborhood shuttle services are a promising next step to a more sustainable future

Published by The San Diego Union-Tribune

METRO Mag
Dec 11, 2023

The Routing Company Lands On-Demand Contract in Ohio

Published by METRO Mag

Mass Transit Mag
Nov 28, 2023

The Routing Company's Ride Pingo helping to take more cars off the road

Published by Mass Transit Mag

Press ReleaseNov 27, 2023

New Pingo data shows 31% of trips replace single passenger vehicle trips and shows 26 passenger-per-hour peak using shuttles on-demand

TRC’s Pingo app increasingly taking vehicles off the road while delivering industry-leading efficiency and maintaining minimal waits for shared rides

BlogNov 22, 2023

FTA adds $5 million to ICAM program and reiterates availability of funding through four more federal grants

As more transit agencies see benefits from on-demand services, long-term funding ensures programs can operate into the future. The FTA’s latest funding updates aim to bridge service gaps and unlock on-demand services.

MASS TRANSIT MAG
Nov 21, 2023

CDTA contracts The Routing Company to provide on-demand transportation

Published by Mass Transit Mag

VerkeersNet
Nov 15, 2023

RMC and TRC launch new on-demand employee transport service

Published by VerkeersNet

Press ReleaseOct 9, 2023

TRC's new partnership with the Ohio Department of Transportation energizes Ohio's transit landscape

The Routing Company has received a five-year contract from the Ohio Department of Transportation. TRC was chosen from over a dozen different vendors to provide new state of the art scheduling and dispatch software across the state of Ohio from October 1st.

BlogOct 7, 2023

Interview with FAST Transit: How TRC and FAST are Innovating in the Paratransit Space

Transportation Manager for California's City of Fairfield, Diane Feinstein, The Routing Company (TRC) CEO James Cox, and CDO Dick Alexander sat down recently to discuss the City of Fairfield's new FAST Connect service, powered by TRC’s Pingo Platform. 

Mass Transit Mag
Oct 3, 2023

The Routing Company launches fourth partnership in California with Solano Transportation Authority

Published by Mass Transit Mag

Sustainable Bus
Oct 2, 2023

The Routing Company to launch its 4th on-demand transit service in California (with Solano Transit Authority)

Published by SUSTAINABLE BUS

Press ReleaseOct 2, 2023

TRC receives new 5-year contract for on-demand transit from California’s Solano Transportation Authority

TRC continues to grow following FAST’s paratransit launch, with STA becoming TRC’s fourth partnership in California.

Metro
Sep 26, 2023

Kitsap Transit Awards 5-Year Contract to The Routing Co.

Published by METRO

Mass Transit Mag
Sep 26, 2023

Kitsap partners with TRC to expand on-demand transit services

Published by MASS TRANSIT MAG

Smart Cities World
Sep 26, 2023

Kitsap County on-demand transit services expanded

Published by Smart Cities World

BlogSep 26, 2023

3 Proven Strategies from TRC to Secure Innovative Demand-Response Technology Funding

Every few months it seems like another transportation grant program announces funding. But each program has its own nuances, eligibility criteria, and objectives. How do you make sure that your agency is prepared before the next grant opens up?

Press ReleaseSep 25, 2023

Washington's Kitsap Transit signs 5 year contract with TRC to extend on-demand transit to three services

The Routing Company (“TRC”), a global on-demand vehicle routing and management platform partnering with cities to power the future of public transit, today announced it has received a contract from Kitsap Transit (“KT”) to expand on-demand transit service. The five-year contract expands existing on-demand service to three services.

Press ReleaseSep 12, 2023

TRC surpasses 500,000 passengers moved globally with Pingo

TRC, a global on-demand vehicle routing and management platform partnering with cities to power the future of public transit, today announced it has surpassed over 500,000 people moved through Pingo. 

BlogSep 7, 2023

Taking a new approach to Paratransit: Insights from the TRC team

Read our conversation with Jackson and Stephen to learn more about Pingo Access, and how it can support your community.

West Sussex County Council
Sep 5, 2023

Introducing “Book-a-Bus” – the new, flexible transport option for rural areas in West Sussex

Published by West Sussex County Council

Mass Transit Mag
Aug 11, 2023

TRC is contracted by Maruti Transportation Group for private non-emergency medical transportation

Published by Mass Transit Mag

Smart Cities World
Aug 10, 2023

TRC signs two-year contract with Maruti Transportation Group to provide non-emergency medical transportation in Texas and Florida

Published by Smart Cities World

Smart Cities World
Aug 4, 2023

Corporate campus shuttle service launches in Washington DC

Published by Smart Cities World

Mass Transit Mag
Aug 4, 2023

The Routing Company agrees to contract with RMA Limo to use Pingo products

Published by Mass Transit Mag

Metro Magazine
Aug 3, 2023

TRC Launches Corporate Campus Shuttle Service

Published by Metro Magazine

Smart Cities World
Jul 31, 2023

The Routing Company launches analytics reporting tool

Published by Smart Cities World

Mass Transit Mag
Jul 12, 2023

TRC launches Pingo Access™ for paratransit applications

Published by Mass Transit Mag

Sustainable Bus
Jul 11, 2023

The Routing Company launches Pingo Access

Published by Sustainable Bus

Smart Cities World
Jul 4, 2023

Sonoma County deploys on-demand transit service

Published by Smart Cities World

Mass Transit Mag
Jun 21, 2023

The Routing Company celebrates SMART's new on-demand SMART Connect service

Published by Mass Transit Mag

Sustainable Bus
Jun 19, 2023

The Routing Company launches SMART Connect in Sonoma County with Ride Pingo on-demand transit service

Published by Sustainable Bus

Metro Magazine
Jun 19, 2023

TRC Celebrates SMART Launch

Published by Metro Magazine

Press ReleaseJun 16, 2023

The Routing Company celebrates SMART launch in Sonoma County with Ride Pingo on-demand first mile last mile transit service

Milestone event marks TRC’s first partnership with a rail entity and its support of multimodal transportation between urban and rural communities

Busline
Jun 15, 2023

TRC Adds Former FTA Administrator K. Jane Williams To Transit Advisory Board

Published by Busline

North Bay Business Journal
Jun 15, 2023

How SMART has regained ridership while avoiding California’s transit ‘fiscal cliff’

Published by North Bay Business Journal

Press ReleaseJun 14, 2023

TRC adds former FTA Administrator K. Jane Williams to its Transit Advisory Board

Williams brings over 25 years of executive, transportation industry, and federal regulatory expertise.

Metro Magazine
Jun 14, 2023

K. Jane Williams Joins TRC's Advisory Board

Published by Metro Magazine

Press ReleaseJun 8, 2023

TRC announces sixth contract in the UK with West Sussex County Council, providing on-demand transport for up to three years

Deployment follows the East Sussex launch in May 2023

Mass Transit Mag
Jun 8, 2023

The Routing Company launches Pingo Campus

Published by Mass Transit Mag.

Metro Magazine
May 30, 2023

The Routing Company launches Transit Protect

Published by Metro Magazine

Smart Cities World
May 30, 2023

App claims to be a game-changer for public transit operators

Published by Smart Cities World

Mass Transit Mag
May 30, 2023

The Routing Company launches Transit Protect

Published by Mass Transit Mag.

Press ReleaseMay 26, 2023

TRC announces Transit Protect fortifying fixed route ridership through operator-enabled zone restrictions

In an industry first, the new Pingo feature integrates on-demand transit without cannibalizing fixed route rider demand.

Sequim Gazette
May 24, 2023

Ridership grows for app-based van-ride service

Published by Sequim Gazette.

Press ReleaseMay 9, 2023

The Routing Company celebrates the UK’s East Sussex County Council launch of on-demand shared transport service

The deployment is TRC’s first in England and its fifth fleet in the UK.

Smart Cities World
May 4, 2023

Emirates Transport partners for smart mobility solutions

Published by Smart Cities World.

Press ReleaseMay 3, 2023

Emirates Transport and The Routing Company sign MOU to partner on deploying on-demand transit in the UAE

MOU marks TRC’s second in the UAE, and first with the country’s largest transport provider.

Mass Transit
Apr 28, 2023

The Routing Company makes updates to Ride Pingo website and app to improve rider experience

Published by Mass Transit.

NGT News
Apr 24, 2023

The Routing Company Rolls Out Redesigned Ride Pingo App

Published by NGT News.

Metro Magazine
Apr 24, 2023

TRC Launches New Pingo Brand

Published by Metro Magazine.

Press ReleaseApr 24, 2023

The Routing Company launches new Pingo brand and enhances the user experience via market-leading design upgrades

Upgrades deliver unmatched user experience and better accessibility

Sustainable Bus
Apr 21, 2023

TRC's first contract in England: a 15-vehicle contract for three years with East Sussex County Council

Published by Sustainable Bus.

BlogApr 4, 2023

The Routing Company Partners with Agencies To Growth-Hack Commutes — and We’re Not Stopping Anytime Soon

Picture this: it’s 3:30 PM. You’ve just gotten out of work, a doctor’s appointment, or your last errand.

BlogMar 31, 2023

What 40 Years in Transit Taught Dick Alexander About The Way We Move Today

Dick Alexander’s first job in transit was counting passengers in 1975 — here are some lessons he's learned since then.

Mass Transit Mag
Mar 3, 2023

SMART awards contract to The Routing Company for on-demand and transit connection services

Published by Mass Transit Mag.

Press ReleaseMar 2, 2023

The Routing Company expands to third California agency with new five-year contract from Sonoma Marin Area Rail Transit

Contract marks TRC’s first partnership with a rail provider via a new contract that provides the region with first and last mile service

METRO Magazine
Mar 2, 2023

TRC Expands to Third California Agency

Published by METRO Magazine.

Sustainable Bus
Mar 1, 2023

The Routing Company appoints Lukas Foljanty as Director of Business Development in Europe

Published by Sustainable Bus.

Press ReleaseFeb 24, 2023

TRC names Lukas Foljanty as Director of Business Development in Europe

Shared mobility enthusiast Foljanty will leverage 10+ years of transportation experience to expand TRC deployments in the European market.

Sustainable Bus
Feb 23, 2023

TRC signs agreement with UAE government to develop on-demand transit

Published by Sustainable Bus.

NGT News
Feb 23, 2023

The Routing Company signs MOU with UAE agency

Published by NGT News.

Press ReleaseFeb 23, 2023

The Routing Company and United Arab Emirates Ministry of Energy and Infrastructure sign agreement to develop on-demand transit

TRC signs to develop on-demand transit with UAE.

Coach & Bus Week
Feb 21, 2023

The Routing Company expands in Scotland with new DRT contract

Published by Coach & Bus Week.

SmartCitiesWorld
Feb 20, 2023

The Routing Company expands on-demand transit in Scotland

Published by SmartCitiesWorld.

Innovation Origins
Feb 16, 2023

Just like a taxi, you can also book a public transport bus on demand

Published by Innovation Origins.

MOVEMNT
Feb 13, 2023

Anne Arundel County partners with the Routing Company to launch on-demand transportation pilot

Published by MOVEMNT.

Sustainable Bus
Feb 13, 2023

Transportation on demand, TRC pilot project in Maryland

Published by Sustainable Bus.

Smart Cities World
Feb 10, 2023

Anne Arundel County launches on-demand transportation pilot

Published by Smart Cities World.

Mass Transit Mag
Feb 7, 2023

The Routing Company signs six-month contract with AA OOT to provide on-demand transportation

Published by Mass Transit Mag.

Press ReleaseFeb 6, 2023

The Routing Company expands into Maryland through three-vehicle pilot with Anne Arundel County

Anne Arundel County’s Office of Transportation becomes first Maryland agency to deploy TRC’s award-winning Pingo platform.

Metro Magazine
Feb 6, 2023

TRC expands into Maryland

Published by Metro Magazine.

Next-Gen Transportation
Feb 6, 2023

Maryland Transit Agency Partners with The Routing Company for On-Demand Transportation

Published by Next-Gen Transportation.

Sustainable Bus
Jan 26, 2023

DB plans to carry 200 million passengers a year with on-demand transportation by 2030

Published by Sustainable Bus.

Metro Magazine
Jan 18, 2023

TRC Launches Guaranteed Pre-Booking with Indy's MLK Center

Published by Metro Magazine.

BusRide
Jan 18, 2023

The Routing Company launches guaranteed pre-booking with Indianapolis’s Martin Luther King Community Center

Published by BusRide.

Press ReleaseJan 18, 2023

The Routing Company launches guaranteed pre-booking with Indianapolis’s Martin Luther King Community Center

TRC’s award-winning Pingo platform enhances community ride service while delivering 100% fulfillment.

ITS International
Jan 18, 2023

New routing for passengers in The Hague

Published by ITS International.

Sustainable Bus
Jan 10, 2023

The Hague launches on-demand transit services in partnership with The Routing Company

Published by Sustainable Bus.

Smart Cities World
Jan 5, 2023

The Hague partners for on-demand transit service

Published by Smart Cities World.

Press ReleaseJan 4, 2023

The Routing Company signs three year deal for on-demand public transport with The Hague municipality in The Netherlands

The Hague becomes TRC’s third public transportation customer in Europe

BlogDec 22, 2022

Which On-Demand Funding Streams Are Available in the United States?

Thanks to some new government programs, there are now plenty of funding streams to help transit agencies implement on-demand services.

BlogDec 21, 2022

More Isn’t Merrier When It Comes To On-Demand Transit Apps. Here’s Why.

Custom apps are flooding the on-demand market, requiring riders to use multiple apps for the same mode of transit. While custom apps may seem like an easy solution in the short-term, they weaken the rider experience and make navigating the transit ecosystem harder.

Press ReleaseDec 19, 2022

The Routing Company welcomes transit industry veteran Dwayne Sampson to its Transit Advisory Board

TRC’s Transit Advisory Board welcomes another transportation industry powerhouse

Systemiq Capital
Dec 13, 2022

EVs are not enough – we must minimise private car ownership altogether

Published by Systemiq Capital

KNKX Public Radio
Dec 13, 2022

More Washington counties trying 'microtransit' for flexible routes

Published by KNKX Public Radio.

Press ReleaseDec 12, 2022

The Routing Company listed a supplier by UK central government overseeing £3 billion in annual purchasing

TRC joins G-Cloud 13 through the United Kingdom's Crown Commercial Service.

Peninsula Daily News
Dec 12, 2022

New on-demand Clallam Transit service starts today

Published by Peninsula Daily News.

Mass Transit Magazine
Dec 7, 2022

The Routing Company has moved over 200,000 people since launching Pingo platform

Published by Mass Transit Magazine.

Press ReleaseDec 6, 2022

The Routing Company’s Pingo app surpasses 200,000 people moved 

TRC’s award-winning platform rockets past 200,000 PAX milestone with unmatched convenience and utilization

Smart Cities World
Dec 5, 2022

Virginia university empowers students with multimodal app

Virginia Commonwealth University in Richmond is deploying the Routing Company’s Pingo Campus app, which offers on-demand and fixed route shuttle services.

Mass Transit Magazine
Nov 30, 2022

TRC launches Pingo Campus within Ride Pingo app and receives two-year contract from RMA Limo

Published by Mass Transit Magazine.

BlogNov 30, 2022

Life at The Routing Company: Menno van der Zee, Co-Founder

In this interview, Co-Founder & Staff Engineer Menno van der Zee shares how he came to develop an interest in the transit space, what he would do differently if he were starting the company today, and his advice for startup founders.

Press ReleaseNov 29, 2022

The Routing Company launches new product Pingo Campus; signs two year 15-vehicle contract with RMA to power Virginia Commonwealth University transit

VCU becomes first university in North America to deploy Pingo Campus™.

BusRide
Nov 29, 2022

The Routing Company launches new product Pingo Campus; signs two year 15-vehicle contract with RMA to power Virginia Commonwealth University transit

Published by BusRide.

Peninsula Daily News
Nov 18, 2022

Transit board approves on-demand van service in Sequim and Forks

Published by Peninsula Daily News.

Mass Transit Magazine
Nov 9, 2022

The Routing Company announces pilot project with LTSA

Published by Mass Transit Magazine.

Metro Magazine
Nov 7, 2022

LTSA, TRC Launches On-Demand Service

Published by Metro Magazine.

Peninsula Daily News
Nov 3, 2022

Clallam Transit plans a new on-demand service

Published by Peninsula Daily News.

Press ReleaseNov 2, 2022

TRC to deliver paratransit and on-demand transit service in first large scale California deployment with FAST

Fairfield and Suisun Transit becomes TRC’s second transit agency partner in the state

Media ArticleOct 26, 2022

Lassen Rural Bus introduces expanded on-demand transit service starting Nov. 1: LRB to leverage The Routing Company’s Pingo app to power on-demand transit

Published by Lassen County Times.

Sierra Daily News
Oct 25, 2022

Lassen Rural Bus Updated On-demand Service

Published by Sierra Daily News.

Press ReleaseOct 24, 2022

Iowa's CyRide signs two-year contract with The Routing Company for on-demand transit through the Pingo platform

CyRide becomes TRC’s first on-demand transit agency partnership in the Midwest region.

Press ReleaseOct 19, 2022

The Routing Company appoints Noelle Claybrook as Business Development Manager

The Routing Company (“TRC”), a global on-demand vehicle routing and management platform partnering with cities to power the future of public transit, today announced it has named Noelle Claybrook as Business Development Manager.

Press ReleaseOct 12, 2022

The Routing Company names Dietter Aragon as Business Development Manager

The Routing Company (“TRC”), a global on-demand vehicle routing and management platform partnering with cities to power the future of public transit, today announced it has named Dietter Aragon as Business Development Manager.

Press ReleaseOct 11, 2022

The Routing Company introduces Pingo Journey; the first app offering on-demand transit and end-to-end journey planning in one place

TRC’s latest innovation becomes world’s first multi-purpose app to integrate real-time data; delivering Google Maps functionality while giving transit agencies control of on-demand dispatch.

Washington’s Clallam Transit System signs five year contract for on-demand transit with The Routing Company
Press ReleaseOct 7, 2022

Washington’s Clallam Transit System signs five year contract for on-demand transit with The Routing Company

CTS marks TRC’s third transit agency partner in Washington state.

Press ReleaseOct 6, 2022

The Routing Company’s Pingo app named a winner of Metro Magazine’s 2022 Innovative Solutions Award

Alongside Seattle-based King County Metro, TRC’s Pingo app and Transit Connect feature recognized for innovation in transit.

Press ReleaseSep 26, 2022

The Routing Company names David Frazier as Director of Policy

The Routing Company (“TRC”), a global on-demand vehicle routing and management platform partnering with cities to power the future of public transit, today announced it has named David Frazier as Director of Policy. Frazier will head TRC’s policy, government relations, and public affairs efforts under Lindy Norris, who joined TRC as Vice President of Marketing and Policy in August 2022.

Press ReleaseSep 15, 2022

The Routing Company joins Latinos In Transit; kicks off Hispanic Heritage Month 

The Routing Company has joined Latinos In Transit (“LIT”), an industry nonprofit organization dedicated to developing, promoting, and advancing Hispanic, Latinx, and other minority people in transportation.

Press ReleaseSep 12, 2022

The Routing Company names Stephen Kuban as Director of Business Development under the leadership of Dick Alexander

On-demand transit leader heading business development under industry veteran

Press ReleaseAug 30, 2022

The Routing Company names Lindy Norris as Vice President of Marketing and Policy and appoints Matt Horton as Board Director

The Routing Company (“TRC”), a global on-demand vehicle routing and management platform partnering with cities to power the future of public transit, today announced it has named Lindy Norris as Vice President of Marketing and Policy. Concurrently, Matt Horton has joined its Board of Directors.

BlogAug 24, 2022

Life at The Routing Company: Jackson Lester on the Future of Transportation

In this interview, Senior Product Manager Jackson Lester talks about his vision for the future of public transportation, how he stays connected to remote colleagues, and how working as a ski instructor led him to The Routing Company.

BlogAug 23, 2022

Moving the World … Remotely

At The Routing Company, remote working is more than an employee perk. Instead, it has been a crucial part of The Routing Company’s DNA since day one. Having a team with a global footprint creates an organic platform from which we work to make access to transportation across the world convenient, sustainable and affordable.

BlogAug 23, 2022

Life at The Routing Company: Carlyn Hunt

In this interview, Operations Manager Carlyn Hunt discusses how she gets The Routing Company’s partners ready for launch, how to manage work-life balance when travel is part of your job, and how working at The Routing Company led her to eating fish and chips on a paddle board in Melbourne.

BlogAug 18, 2022

Introducing Venues

Venues are a simple way for riders to be routed to one convenient location when requesting a pickup or dropoff to a commonly requested area. Aamir Islam explains.

BlogAug 18, 2022

Life at The Routing Company: CTO Alex Wallar on Co-Founding a Startup

In this interview, The Routing Company’s CTO and Co-Founder Alex Wallar talks about why he left his PhD to found The Routing Company, his advice for first-time founders, and why the most awesome thing you can do is to hire your own boss.

BlogAug 16, 2022

After 150k Trips, The Routing Company is Getting a New Look

The Routing Company is a different company today than it was two years ago. We’ve evolved and grown, and felt it was time for our visual identity to reflect that. That’s why we’ve decided to redesign our brand.

BlogAug 2, 2022

Life at The Routing Company: Dami Adebayo on “the Transport Problem”

In this interview, Europe Partnerships Lead Dami Adebayo talks about day-to-day life at The Routing Company, why he decided to join the company, and what he considers to be “the transport problem”.

Press ReleaseMar 21, 2022

A note on our Series A, led by Galvanize Climate Solutions

The Routing Company has raised $15 million in a Series A financing round led by Galvanize Climate Solutions, a recently launched climate investment platform co-founded by Katie Hall and Tom Steyer.

BlogDec 7, 2021

Looking back on an incredible year for The Routing Company

In January 2021, The Routing Company didn’t have a product to show or a partnership to speak of. In just over 11 months, we have launched live operations as Pingo in 6 communities on 3 continents.

BlogJul 16, 2021

Our first public transit partnership in the U.S. | Kitsap Transit & TRC

Last week was an important moment for The Routing Company. We kicked off an innovative partnership with Kitsap Transit, our first with a public transit agency in the United States.

Press ReleaseJun 24, 2021

‘Ens movem per tu’: TRC launches in Andorra

We’re excited to share that The Routing Company’s MIT-inspired technology is live in Andorra following this week’s launch in Escaldes-Engordany — bringing TRC’s global footprint to five communities on three different continents in just six months.

Press ReleaseJun 17, 2021

Announcing The Routing Company’s Transit Advisory Board

Today, we are excited to add a new layer of expertise to our team with the announcement of our Transit Advisory Board, a diverse group of experts in public transit whose on the ground experience will inform our work to help cities unlock transit’s full potential.

BlogMay 6, 2021

Why The Routing Company is Set to Change the World

Transportation is at the very heart of human progress. Without it, even the best-designed social structures (think: education systems, labor markets) will fail to run. By revolutionizing mass transportation, The Routing Company are set to accelerate human progress.

BlogMay 6, 2021

Getting to know Bradford Church and why he left Uber to lead Product at The Routing Company

A conversation with Bradford Church, VP of Product, and James Cox, CEO, from The Routing Company.

BlogApr 22, 2021

TRC on 3 Continents: Our Launches in Scotland and Australia

The Routing Company is going global. Following the February launch of our first shared rides pilot in Houston, Texas, we’re thrilled to announce that we are bringing our MIT-inspired shared-rides technology to Australia and Scotland.

BlogMar 24, 2021

A Scalable Approach to Localization for Flutter

In this blog post, Alex Rubin outlines the techniques to localize The Rouging Company's mobile apps to support deployments in countries where English is not the primary language.

TechCrunch
Dec 15, 2020

With $ 5 million in hand, The Routing Company offers public transportation authorities a ride-sharing service

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