Since 1939, the Maine Better Transportation Association
has been a non-partisan voice for investment in
a safe, efficient transportation network for all of Maine.
What’s happening in #MaineTransportation?
It's National Work Zone Awareness Week #NWZAW so what can you do to keep Work Zones safe? Slow down - drive at the posted work zone speed. Pay attention. Merge as soon as safely possible when required. Maintain a safe following distance. Stay calm and be patient if there are traffic delays. Remember to always wear your safety belt. Get more tips from the Maine Turnpike Authority: www.maineturnpike.com/safety/work-zone-awareness... See MoreSee Less
Thanks to Anderson Equipment Company for being an MBTA member for more than a quarter century! www.andersonequip.comCome see the Komatsu PC230F-11 at NEFXPO May 16-17 in Bangor, ME. See why this machine is purpose built for demanding processing and road building applications. #KomatsuForestry #AndersonEquipment #NEFXPO ... See MoreSee Less
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Maine’s economy relies on a safe and efficient transportation system
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Residents and visitors travel on Maine highways and bridges every year
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Passengers use Maine ferries, buses and train every year
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Tons of dry cargo pass through Maine ports every year
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Tons of freight is moved annually by rail in Maine
Since 1994, the MBTA Educational Foundation has awarded more than 600 scholarships totaling over $800,000 to students pursuing transportation-related studies.
MBTA is leading the way, working with community and state leaders to find sustainable means to maintain and modernize Maine’s transportation infrastructure.
It's National Work Zone Awareness Week #NWZAW so what can you do to keep Work Zones safe? Slow down - drive at the posted work zone speed. Pay attention. Merge as soon as safely possible when required. Maintain a safe following distance. Stay calm and be patient if there are traffic delays. Remember to always wear your safety belt. Get more tips from the Maine Turnpike Authority: www.maineturnpike.com/safety/work-zone-awareness ... See MoreSee Less
Maine Asphalt Pavement Association's 20th Anniversary Conference in Bangor was clearly a success! Congratulations to Chet Morse from Pike Industries for being honored with the MAPA Lifetime Achievement Award earlier this month! ... See MoreSee Less
Thanks to Anderson Equipment Company for being an MBTA member for more than a quarter century! www.andersonequip.comCome see the Komatsu PC230F-11 at NEFXPO May 16-17 in Bangor, ME. See why this machine is purpose built for demanding processing and road building applications. #KomatsuForestry #AndersonEquipment #NEFXPO ... See MoreSee Less