WMATA, MTA Win APTA Awards: Rail Excellence in US

WMATA wins APTA’s top transit award for record ridership and service improvements. MTA honored for NYC congestion relief program.

WMATA, MTA Win APTA Awards: Rail Excellence in US
September 18, 2025 8:55 pm
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Introduction

The American Public Transportation Association (APTA) honored the Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority (WMATA) and the Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA) on September 16 during its annual awards program.

Awards and Recognition

APTA recognized WMATA as the outstanding public transit agency of the year. WMATA officials stated in a press release that the award was in recognition of record customer satisfaction and ridership growth, increased rail service, the opening of new stations, and improved customer amenities.

WMATA Transformation

“Over the past three years, WMATA has undergone a remarkable transformation: enhancing service, improving the customer experience, and boosting efficiency. Both our region and the nation have taken notice,” said WMATA Board Chair Valerie Santos.

MTA Innovation Award

The MTA received APTA’s 2025 innovation award for its congestion relief zone tolling program in New York City. Revenue from the program supports transit system upgrades.

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Conclusion

APTA presented awards to WMATA and MTA for achievements in public transportation, recognizing WMATA’s improvements and the MTA’s congestion relief program.

Company Summary

Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority (WMATA): WMATA was recognized as the outstanding public transit agency of the year.

Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA): The MTA received the 2025 innovation award for its congestion relief zone tolling program.

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