How start-ups are helping solve New York transit challenges

Eighteen start-ups have completed working with New York-area transit agencies to test their new technology solutions to create a more adaptive transit system, including maximising the use of kerb space on New York City streets.

The Transit Tech Lab—a public-private initiative created by the Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA) and the Partnership Fund for New York City to accelerate innovation in public transit—published a report detailing results from its 2024 programme, which was the lab’s largest effort to date.

“New York City’s Department of Transportation [NYC DOT] is always looking to take advantage of new technologies to make our streets safer and more efficient,” said th...