Transit Unplugged and The Transportation Channel Forge Powerful Partnership to Bring In-Depth Transit Coverage to Millions
TORONTO (November 4, 2024) – Transit Unplugged, Modaxo’s source for public transit news and insights, is pleased to announce an innovative partnership with The Transportation Channel, a 24-hour news network focused on “all things” transportation. This partnership will bring Transit Unplugged’s award-winning video programming to a wider global audience, providing industry professionals and transit enthusiasts with unparalleled access to the latest in public transportation developments, news, and trends.
Through this collaboration, Transit Unplugged TV content is now available across The Transportation Channel’s powerful on-demand streaming platform and syndication network, which includes MSN.com, Yahoo, Bloomberg, and USA Today. Viewers will also soon be able to watch Transit Unplugged programs on popular streaming platforms such as Roku, Amazon Fire, and Samsung+, ensuring even greater accessibility for audiences worldwide.
Expanding the Reach of High-Quality Transit Content
Transit Unplugged TV, hosted by transit evangelist Paul Comfort, has built a reputation for delivering engaging, insightful, and award-winning travel content. The series spotlights the best in public transit agencies and their leadership teams across the globe, recently receiving the Communicator Award, Spotlight Award, and W3 Award in recognition of its excellence in digital video. Additionally, the weekly Transit Unplugged News Minute, hosted by media veteran Julie Gates, covers the most pressing topics in the people transportation industry, bringing relevant updates directly to viewers.
“The synergy between Transit Unplugged and The Transportation Channel is a natural fit,” said Paul Comfort, host and producer of Transit Unplugged TV. “Together, we’re not only amplifying the reach of critical transit stories, but also delivering quality content to millions more across a diverse array of digital platforms. This partnership will enhance the way transit professionals and the public stay informed on the issues and trends shaping the future of public transportation.”
A Shared Mission to Inform and Inspire
The Transportation Channel, with its focus on consumer-friendly, round-the-clock transportation news and information, shares a common mission with Transit Unplugged to keep audiences informed and engaged. As a destination for transportation stories that go beyond the headlines, The Transportation Channel is dedicated to providing comprehensive coverage of the industry’s biggest developments and uncovering the stories that drive innovation and connectivity.
“We are thrilled to welcome Transit Unplugged TV and the Transit Unplugged News Minute to our platform,” said Matthew Perry, founder and CEO of The Transportation Channel. “Our viewers will benefit greatly from this partnership, which aligns perfectly with our goal of delivering trusted, in-depth transportation content. Together, we’re making it easier than ever for audiences to access news and relevant content that impacts their daily lives, travel choices, and the future of transit on a global scale.”
About Transit Unplugged
Transit Unplugged is “love letter to the public transit industry” and features a variety of media programs shining a light on the public transit industry and its leaders.
Transit Unplugged TV is a travel program that showcases the best in people transportation around the globe. Host Paul Comfort talks to the leaders who make the big decisions on how to best move people around our communities, and he also dives into the food, culture, and music, that make these communities thrive.
The Transit Unplugged News Minute is a weekly 60 second news program hosted by Julie Gates that covers the biggest headlines in the transit industry.
More information can be found at www.transitunplugged.com. Transit Unplugged is brought to you by Modaxo, passionate about moving the world’s people.
About The Transportation Channel
The Transportation Channel is a 24-hour news network dedicated to covering the latest in transportation news and information. With syndication through major multi-media networks and a rapidly expanding on-demand streaming platform presence, The Transportation Channel is a trusted source for consumers and professionals seeking comprehensive stories and information related to the “business of moving people” whether on land, air, or sea. https://www.thetransportationchannel.com/
