Transportation in Boston

New and Improved ParkBoston app, Powered by ParkMobile, Launches Today

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Monday, August 15, 2022

BOSTON, Aug. 15, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- ParkMobile, the #1 parking app in North America, announced today the official launch of the new and improved ParkBoston app. In partnership with the City of Boston's Transportation Department, the upgraded ParkBoston app replaces the previous version, which will no longer work as of today. All current ParkBoston users will need to immediately update their app to the new version to continue making mobile parking payments in the city. Updating the app is a quick and easy process that takes less than one minute.

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  • BOSTON, Aug. 15, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- ParkMobile , the #1 parking app in North America, announced today the official launch of the new and improved ParkBoston app.
  • In partnership with the City of Boston's Transportation Department, the upgraded ParkBoston app replaces the previous version, which will no longer work as of today.
  • All current ParkBoston users will need to immediately update their app to the new version to continue making mobile parking payments in the city.
  • ParkBoston Contact: Carla Tankle, Streets Cabinet for Boston Transportation Department, [email protected]
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City of Boston Partners with ParkMobile to Launch a New Version of the ParkBoston App

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Monday, July 18, 2022

The new city-branded app, powered by ParkMobile, will replace the current version of the ParkBoston app offering an enhanced user experience and more functionality.

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  • The new city-branded app, powered by ParkMobile, will replace the current version of the ParkBoston app offering an enhanced user experience and more functionality.
  • With the launch in the City of Boston, ParkMobile expands its presence in Massachusetts, where there are already almost 500,000 users of the app.
  • Those with the old version of the ParkBoston app will have to update the app to the new version in the App Store or turn on auto-update so the app is automatically updated on launch day.
  • "We are very proud to launch the new and improved ParkBoston app," says Jeff Perkins, CEO of ParkMobile.

Boston Logan International Airport Pilots Virtual Security Line Powered by accesso®

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Thursday, June 3, 2021

ORLANDO, Fla., June 3, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- accesso Technology Group plc (AIM: ACSO), the premier technology solutions provider for attractions and venues worldwide, has partnered with Boston Logan International Airport to pilot a Virtual Security Line.

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  • ORLANDO, Fla., June 3, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- accesso Technology Group plc (AIM: ACSO), the premier technology solutions provider for attractions and venues worldwide, has partnered with Boston Logan International Airport to pilot a Virtual Security Line.
  • Even before the pandemic, we had been working on integrating more technology and innovation into the traditional services provided at Boston Logan International Airport," said Kwang Chen, chief information officer at the Massachusetts Port Authority, which owns and operates Boston Logan International Airport.
  • Passengers preparing to enter the Virtual Security Line at Boston Logan International Airport can do so seamlessly with the Qsmart platform directly from their mobile device (no mobile app download required) removing yet another potential point of physical contact to "check in" to the line.
  • The Massachusetts Port Authority (Massport) owns and operates Boston Logan International Airport, public terminals in the Port of Boston, Hanscom Field and Worcester Regional Airport.

Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts Unveils 100 Rainbow-Wrapped Bluebikes to Celebrate Pride Month

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Tuesday, June 1, 2021

BOSTON, June 1, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --In celebration of Pride Month and in conjunction with the 50th anniversary of Boston Pride this June, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts ("Blue Cross") has unveiled 100 Bluebikes wrapped in a rainbow pride-themed design.

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  • BOSTON, June 1, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --In celebration of Pride Month and in conjunction with the 50th anniversary of Boston Pride this June, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts ("Blue Cross") has unveiled 100 Bluebikes wrapped in a rainbow pride-themed design.
  • The "Blue Cross Proud" bikes will be integrated through the month of June across the Bluebikes system's 10 municipalities: Arlington, Boston, Brookline, Cambridge, Chelsea, Everett, Newton, Revere, Somerville, and Watertown.
  • As part of the month-long initiative and to reflect its continued support of LGBTQ+ pride, Blue Cross will donate $1 for every ride taken on pride-themed Bluebikes through the month of Juneto Fenway Health in Boston.
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield ofMassachusetts( bluecrossma.org ) is a community-focused, tax-paying, not-for-profit health plan headquartered inBoston.

Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts Offers Free Bluebikes Rides To COVID-19 Vaccination Appointments

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Thursday, April 15, 2021

b'BOSTON, April 15, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- To boost access to COVID-19 vaccines and support transportation needs as more Massachusetts residents become eligible, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts ("Blue Cross") will sponsor free Bluebikes rides to and from vaccination sites located within the Bluebikes system beginning on Monday, April 19.

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  • b'BOSTON, April 15, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- To boost access to COVID-19 vaccines and support transportation needs as more Massachusetts residents become eligible, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts ("Blue Cross") will sponsor free Bluebikes rides to and from vaccination sites located within the Bluebikes system beginning on Monday, April 19.
  • Residents are eligible for two complimentary Bluebikes Adventure Pass rides, available across the system\'s 10 municipalities: Arlington, Boston, Brookline, Cambridge, Chelsea, Everett, Newton, Revere, Somerville and Watertown.
  • "We\'re grateful for Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts\' support in encouraging every Bostonian to get vaccinated.
  • "\nBlue Cross is in the fourth year of a six-year Bluebikes title sponsorship, which launched in May 2018.

Infrasense Collects Driving Speed NDE Data on Beacon Street in Boston, Massachusetts

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Tuesday, December 8, 2020

BOSTON, Dec. 8, 2020 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ --This past summer, while traffic was light, Infrasense evaluated the condition of the Beacon Street bridge, (Route 2) Eastbound over the I-90 Turnpike in Boston, Massachusetts.

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  • BOSTON, Dec. 8, 2020 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ --This past summer, while traffic was light, Infrasense evaluated the condition of the Beacon Street bridge, (Route 2) Eastbound over the I-90 Turnpike in Boston, Massachusetts.
  • All the testing was performed at driving speed with no lane closures and no disruption to traffic.
  • Following the field testing, the data was transferred to Infrasense's headquarters in Woburn, Massachusetts for quality assurance (QA) review, analysis, and reporting.
  • The analysis of the Beacon Street bridge data resulted in quantities and maps of concrete deterioration, rebar-level delamination, patching, and spalling.

Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts Offers Free Bluebikes Rides During National Influenza Vaccination Week

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Thursday, December 3, 2020

BOSTON, Dec. 3, 2020 /PRNewswire/ --In support of public health efforts to encourage flu vaccinations and to provide an easy mode of transportation to flu shot locations across Metro-Boston, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts ("Blue Cross") will offer free Bluebikes rides during National Influenza Vaccination Week , December 6-12.

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  • BOSTON, Dec. 3, 2020 /PRNewswire/ --In support of public health efforts to encourage flu vaccinations and to provide an easy mode of transportation to flu shot locations across Metro-Boston, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts ("Blue Cross") will offer free Bluebikes rides during National Influenza Vaccination Week , December 6-12.
  • Blue Cross is the title sponsor of Bluebikes, which is owned by the municipalities.
  • To take advantage of Blue Cross' free ride offer, riders can download and open the Bluebikes app on a mobile device and use the code "BLUECROSSMA" to unlock a free Adventure Pass.
  • National Influenza Vaccination Week is a national awareness week recognized by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) to highlight the importance of influenza vaccination.

Viken Detection Welcomes John Quelch to Its Board of Directors

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Thursday, October 29, 2020

Viken Detection, pioneer of homeland security x-ray imaging and analytical devices, today announced the appointment of John Quelch to its Board of Directors.

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  • Viken Detection, pioneer of homeland security x-ray imaging and analytical devices, today announced the appointment of John Quelch to its Board of Directors.
  • In addition, Quelch has served as a director of ten public companies, including Aramark, easyJet, Pepsi Bottling Group, Reebok International, and WPP.
  • He served as chairman of the board of the Massachusetts Port Authority (Massport), which operates Bostons Logan Airport.
  • Johns dedication to homeland security, public health and safety, combined with his wealth of business experience, make him the perfect fit for Viken, said Jim Ryan, CEO of Viken Detection.

Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts Offers Free Bluebikes Rides to the Polls on Election Day

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Wednesday, October 21, 2020

BOSTON, Oct. 21, 2020 /PRNewswire/ --To provide a socially-distant and easy transportation option for voters across Metro Boston as they head to the polls next month, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts ("Blue Cross") will offer free Bluebikes rides on Election Day, Tuesday, November 3.

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  • BOSTON, Oct. 21, 2020 /PRNewswire/ --To provide a socially-distant and easy transportation option for voters across Metro Boston as they head to the polls next month, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts ("Blue Cross") will offer free Bluebikes rides on Election Day, Tuesday, November 3.
  • Blue Cross is the title sponsor of Bluebikes, which is owned by the municipalities.
  • To take advantage of Blue Cross' free ride offer, riders can download and open the Bluebikes app on a mobile device and then choose "Adventure Pass" for unlimited two-hour rides on Election Day from any of the more than 350 Bluebikes stations across the system's eight municipalities.
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts ( bluecrossma.com ) is a community-focused, tax-paying, not-for-profit health plan headquartered in Boston.

INSHUR Becomes the First Digital Insurer to Partner With Drivers Benefits to Provide Rideshare Drivers With Greater Access to Crucial Benefits

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Friday, February 7, 2020

INSHUR and Drivers Benefits have today announced a partnership to give drivers for Black Car Services in New York City easier access to Drivers Benefits, an initiative designed to make drivers lives easier and safer.

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  • INSHUR and Drivers Benefits have today announced a partnership to give drivers for Black Car Services in New York City easier access to Drivers Benefits, an initiative designed to make drivers lives easier and safer.
  • Currently, only 21,000 out of the 65,000+ rideshare drivers in New York City are signed up for Drivers Benefits.
  • Adding enrollment to Drivers Benefits to the INSHUR platform will make it easy for drivers to get the benefits they deserve.
  • To get started, rideshare drivers can download the INSHUR app, and click yes when it asked to sign up to Drivers Benefits.