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Dec. 18, 2007 |
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The American Bus Association today welcomed the introduction of the motorcoach safety bill sponsored by Rep. Bill Shuster (R-Penn.) as landmark legislation because it is the first-ever motorcoach safety bill calling for the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) to conduct comprehensive scientific research to determine the direction of future regulatory requirements. |
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Dec. 11, 2007 |
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The American Bus Association today announced the members of its Marketplace 2008 Industry Leaders Panel slated for Monday, February 4 at 10:30 a.m. Updated January 25, 2008. |
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Dec. 10, 2007 |
OREGON OFFICIALS EMBRACE STUDENT TRAVEL VIA MOTORCOACH IN PRECEDENT-SETTING MOVE |
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The American Bus Association today praised the Oregon government's decision to grant a permanent variance allowing motorcoaches to continue serving as vital transportation means for student and youth activity travel across the state. |
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October 31, 2007 |
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The American Bus Association today announced it will return to Grapevine, Texas, host of the 2007 Marketplace, for the 2012 Marketplace event. |
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October 15, 2007 |
PENGUINS URGE GREEN TRAVEL VIA MOTORCOACH TO SAVE THEIR HABITATS FROM CLIMATE CHANGE |
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Several species of penguins whose habitats are endangered by carbon dioxide emissions launched a public awareness campaign today urging travelers to go by motorcoach, the greenest travel mode by virtue of its drastically lower carbon emissions compared to airlines, trains, and personal automobile, according to several studies. |
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Sep. 20, 2007 |
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The American Bus Association today released its 2008 listing of the Top Internationally Known Events (IKE), an adjunct to its annual Top 100 Events In North America, released Sept. 5. |
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Sep. 5, 2007 |
AMERICAN BUS ASSOCIATION ANNOUNCES 2008 TOP 100 EVENTS FOR NORTH AMERICA |
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The American Bus Association officially released the 2008 Top 100 Events list today, marking the 26th year of the annual guide for professional travel planners and the general public. The list highlights the top fairs, festivals, parades, exhibits, theater and shows across the U.S. and Canada. |
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Jul. 29, 2007 |
D.C. TOURISM ADVOCATES FILE LAWSUIT TO STOP UNCONSTITUTIONAL "CAPITOL VISITORS TAX" |
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The American Bus Association has formed a coalition with the National Tour Association and the United Motorcoach Association to defend Washington tourist services and visitors against a D.C. government measure that would hurt tens of thousands of potential visitors to the nation's capitol. |
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Jun. 29, 2007 |
ABA'S TOP 100 CANADIAN EVENT SLATED TO TATTOO NOVA SCOTIANS JULY 1-8 |
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WASHINGTON, June 29 - American Bus Association President Peter J. Pantuso announced today that the Royal Nova Scotia International Tattoo, ABA's 2007 Top Event in Canada, takes place July 1-8. |
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Jun. 26, 2007 |
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ATLANTA, GA, June 26, 2007 - RockBridge Partners, an affiliate of RockBridge Capital, LLC, and Hospitality Ventures an Atlanta-based hotel ownership and management firm, today announced the joint-venture acquisition of four Embassy Suites and one Sheraton Suites, totaling more than 1,000 rooms, from affiliates of FelCor Lodging trust for $86 million, or about $85,000 per room. The following is the location and a brief description of the properties: |
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Jun. 22, 2007 |
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WASHINGTON - The American Bus Association today announced the addition of transportation issue veteran Robin Phillips to its staff as Senior Director for Policy. |
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Jun. 15, 2007 |
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Gerald (Jerry) Hausman, founder of Hausman Bus Sales, passed away on Friday, June 15. |
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May. 31, 2007 |
UDALL LEGACY 26-CITY TOUR HIGHLIGHTS GOING GREEN VIA MOTORCOACH TRAVEL |
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WASHINGTON, May 31 - To mark the 10th anniversary of the Morris K. Udall Foundation's education programs and scholarships to help foster environmental stewardship, Motor Coach Industries is teaming up with Vermont's Lamoille Valley transportation in the Udall Legacy Bus Tour, a 26-city journey that kicks off June 12 in Washington, D.C. |
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May. 21, 2007 |
MOTORCOACHES ARE TOPS IN FUEL EFFICIENCY PER PASSENGER MILE, NEW STUDY CONFIRMS |
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WASHINGTON, May 21 - Motorcoaches are the most fuel-efficient mode of U.S. transportation when compared to all others by measuring passenger miles per gallon, according to a new study authored by MJ Bradley and Associates and released today by the American Bus Association. |
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May. 18, 2007 |
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(May 18, Washington, D.C.) - The American Bus Association today applauded the recipients of the fiscal year 2007 federal security grant funds to implement technologies designed to mitigate the threats to the passengers and facilities of motorcoach operations. |
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May. 16, 2007 |
ABA OFFERS NEW ONE-DAY, ONE-STOP EXHIBIT SHOW DURING "MARKETPLACE" |
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WASHINGTON, May 16 - American Bus Association President Peter J. Pantuso announced today that the organization's annual "Marketplace" event will include a NEW one-day business component designed to meet the needs of all members. It is scheduled to take place Saturday, February 2, 2008, in Virginia Beach, Virginia. |
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Apr. 16, 2007 |
MOTORCOACHES OFFER AMERICANS OPPORTUNITY TO CHOOSE GREEN TRAVEL OPTIONS FOR EARTH DAY |
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WASHINGTON, April 18 - Motorcoaches are the most energy-efficient way to travel, and Earth Day 2007 (Sunday, April 22) is the perfect time for Americans to make this conservation-conscious transportation choice, American Bus Association President Peter J. Pantuso said today. |
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Apr. 2, 2007 |
NEW REPORT SHOWS AIRLINE HASSLES WORSENING; WILL MORE TRAVELERS CHOOSE MOTORCOACHES? |
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WASHINGTON, April 2 - A new report documenting the increasing hassles that come regularly with airline travel should serve as a consumer reminder that the ease of traveling via motorcoach is a logical alternative, the American Bus Association said. |
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Mar. 24, 2007 |
MOTORCOACHES ARE MOST FUEL-EFFICIENT U.S. TRANSPORTATION SECTOR, NEW STUDY REVEALS |
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WASHINGTON, March 20 - Motorcoaches are the most fuel-efficient transportation mode in the United States, according to a new study authored by Nathan Associates and released today by the American Bus Association Foundation. |
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Mar. 20, 2007 |
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WASHINGTON, March 20 - Motorcoach drivers are transportation professionals who undergo extensive training and certification programs before they are licensed to operate any bus, and should be extended the same federal protections against terrorist attacks afforded to airline pilots and railroad operators, American Bus Association President Peter J. Pantuso testified at a hearing today of the United States Sentencing Commission. |
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Mar. 19, 2007 |
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WASHINGTON, March 19 - Motorcoaches are the most energy-efficient and cost-effective ways to move people and contribute to economic growth, American Bus Association President Peter J. Pantuso told the Congressional Surface transportation Policy & Revenue Commission today. |
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Mar. 12, 2007 |
ABA GOVERNMENT AFFAIRS HEAD APPOINTED TO FMCSA SAFETY ADVISORY COMMITTEE |
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Washington, DC, March 12, 2007 -- Clyde Hart, Jr. ABA Senior Vice President for Government Affairs, has been appointed to the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration's (FMCSA) Safety Advisory Committee. The Advisory Committee was established by Section 4144 of the Safe, Accountable, Flexible, Efficient transportation Equity Act: A Legacy for Users to provide advice and recommendations to the FMCSA Administrator on motor carrier safety programs and motor carrier safety regulations. Hart's term began March 1, 2007 and will end on September 30, 2008. |
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Mar. 7, 2007 |
ABA PRESIDENT TESTIFIES ON CAPITOL HILL ON SECURITY GRANT MONEY FOR INDUSTRY |
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Washington, DC, March 7, 2007 - ABA President and CEO Peter J. Pantuso told lawmakers today that while the list of programs and funds for bus security is on balance, a small one, the need for such federal funds is large. Pantuso testified today before the United States House of Representatives, transportation and Infrastructure Committee Hearing on transit and Rail Security in support of increased bus security grants for the industry. |
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Mar. 1, 2007 |
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Washington, DC, March 1, 2007 - Eron Shosteck has been hired by the American Bus Association as Senior Vice President Communications, Marketing and Media Relations, ABA announced today. |
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Feb. 20, 2007 |
ABA DIVERSITY COMMITTEE AWARDS FIRST EVER KALEIDOSCOPE AWARD |
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Washington, DC, February 20, 2007 -- Recognized for his direct impact for the advancement and promotion of diversity within and among the motorcoach, tourism and hospitality industry, ABA�s Diversity Committee awarded Norman Y. Mineta, former Secretary of transportation and Secretary of Commerce its first ever Kaleidoscope Award earlier this month during the group�s American Bus Marketplace in Grapevine, Texas. He received the award in Washington, D.C., from George Cooley, of the Washington, DC, Convention and Tourism Corp., and the Diversity Committee's first chairman. |
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Feb. 12, 2007 |
ABA FOUNDATION EVENTS IN GRAPEVINE BRING DOLLARS FOR SCHOLARSHIPS, RESEARCH |
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Washington, DC, Feb. 12, 2006 - With donations totaling more than $40,000, the American Bus Foundation experienced its most successful Marketplace to date. Each year, the Foundation hosts a series of events for delegates to raise money for scholarships for students interested in pursuing careers in travel and motorcoach-related careers. |
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Feb. 7, 2007 |
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Washington, DC, February 7, 2007 - As the saying goes, things are just bigger in Texas, and last week, ABA and its industry-leading appointment show was no different. A very successful week in Grapevine, Texas, ABA and its' nearly 3,000 delegates participated in more than 110,000 appointments, networked in 16-all delegate events, enjoyed four evening events hosted by the city, the Dallas/Fort Worth area and the State of Texas, went on six pre and post FAM tours and 18 Dallas/Fort Worth sightseeing tours and helped to make the 2007 Marketplace one of the most successful to date. |
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Jan. 29, 2007 |
INDUSTRY LEADERS MEET AT AMERICAN BUS MARKETPLACE TO DISCUSS STATE OF MOTORCOACH INDUSTRY |
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Grapevine, Texas, January 29, 2007 - Looking ahead, industry leaders from the motorcoach and tour, and travel industries will gather at the American Bus Marketplace to address industry trends in 2007, the economic impact of the past year on the travel and transportation industry, security and technology issues, and other industry issues during an Industry Leaders Panel, Monday January 29, 2007 at the Gaylord Texan. |
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Jan. 28, 2007 |
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Grapevine, Texas, January 28, 2007 - Showcasing and highlighting individuals who have helped shape the motorcoach and group travel industry, the American Bus Association today presented its' Inaugural Lifetime Achievement Award to Gerald Hausman, Hausman Bus Sales and Peter L. Picknelly, Peter Pan Bus Lines. The awards were given at ABA's annual American Bus Marketplace. |
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Jan. 26, 2007 |
AMERICAN BUS ASSOCIATION BOARD OF DIRECTORS MEET AT MARKETPLACE |
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Grapevine, Texas, January 26, 2007 - The Board of Directors of the American Bus Association met today at the association's Marketplace, and among other items, nominated and elected Doug Anderson, president, Anderson Coach and Travel as the new ABA Chairman, and Craig Lentzsch, President and CEO, Coach America, Vice Chairman. |
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