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City of College Park, GA \u2014 The ATL Airport Community Improvement Districts<\/a> (AACIDs) are thrilled to announce the selection of Atlanta Personal Rapid Transit Solutions (APRTS) as the preferred proponent for the Automated Transit Network (ATN) Demonstration Pilot project. \u201cThis project has immense potential to revolutionize future mobility options in the airport area.\u201d stated Steve Berman, Airport South Board Chair. APRTS is a partnership between ACS Infrastructure as the Developer, Flatiron Construction as the contractor, ICE Engineering as the designer, and Glydways as the technology provider with a priority to include Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) participation. APRTS will implement Glydways\u2019 industry leading personal rapid transit (PRT) system for this innovative project. <\/span> <\/span><\/p>\n The Demonstration Pilot will be strategically situated at the Gateway Center Arena in the City of College Park. This prime location will provide a mobility link between the ATL SkyTrain and the Georgia International Convention Center (GICC), extending to the Gateway Center Arena. \u201cWe are honored and very excited to be the location for the Automated Transit Network Pilot.\u201d shared Joe Carn, City of College Park Councilman Ward II. \u201cCollege Park is the global gateway to Georgia and this type of showcase technology gives our communities a glimpse into the future of transportation and smart growth.\u201d <\/span> <\/span><\/p>\n The Gateway Center Campus location ensures that local transportation officials, residents, visitors and the millions of travelers passing through Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport\u2014the world\u2019s busiest and most efficient airport\u2014will be able to experience this innovative transit solution. \u201cThis project represents a cutting-edge mobility solution for the 21st century, setting the stage for the expansion of public transportation as a viable option for a wider range of riders.\u201d shared Dan Halpern, Airport West Board Chair. <\/span> <\/span><\/p>\n Funding for the nearly half-mile Demonstration Pilot will be supported by a significant contribution from MARTA, along with co-investments from APRTS. \u201cThey really thought about the customer experience. They thought about various considerations like safety and operations.\u201d said Collie Greenwood, General Manager\/CEO at MARTA. <\/span> <\/span><\/p>\n \u201cI am very excited about the selection of APRTS and Glydways, who will implement the next phase of the AACIDs ATN-Personal Rapid Transit Pilot Program, which will be located in Clayton County.\u201d stated Jeffrey E. Turner, Chairman of Clayton County. \u201cIn the months ahead, we will see the formation of a pilot program system that will truly be transformative not only for the airport area but for the State of Georgia.\u201d<\/span> <\/span><\/p>\n Understanding ATN and PRT: <\/span> <\/span><\/p>\n <\/p>\n About Flatiron<\/strong><\/p>\n Flatiron is the trusted partner to deliver innovative solutions to infrastructure challenges across the U.S. and Canada. Flatiron collaborates with public and private clients to deliver heavy civil infrastructure \u2013 including highways and bridges, aviation, rail and transit systems, dams and reservoirs, water and wastewater treatment facilities, broadband infrastructure, underground projects, as well as resiliency and flood protection. We employ the best people with the best solutions. Transform your career with Flatiron at flatironcorp.com\/careers<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n
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