DALLAS, August 24, 2026 - DART has been awarded the 2026 Innovative Solutions Award by METRO Magazine, and the prize recognizes the GoPass® mobility platform for improving the rider experience and enabling transit agencies to provide more connected mobility solutions. 

GoPass was first developed by DART and has since been continuously improved in cooperation with Kuba; it has now become a full-scale Mobility-as-a-Service (MaaS) platform that enables users to plan trips, buy tickets, get up-to-date service information, and access a variety of transport options, all via one app.  

"This recognition reflects DART's long-standing commitment to innovation and to supplying technology that makes public transportation easier, more connected, and more convenient for riders," said Jeamy Molina, EVP & Chief Communications Officer. "Originally developed to serve our customers in North Texas, GoPass is now helping transit agencies across the country provide a seamless travel experience. We're honored to receive this national recognition and continue to deliver cutting-edge solutions that benefit riders and the transit industry." 

GoPass combines trip planning, fare payment, up-to-date service information, rider notifications, fare capping, and access to a range of other services such as microtransit, paratransit, bike sharing, and scooters within a single app. It is currently used by 14 transit agencies in the United States and offers a scalable platform, along with strong reporting tools, continuous improvements, and flexible branding options. The platform has received over three million downloads, holds a 4.8-star rating on the App Store, and supports more than 8 million active users each year. 

The Innovative Solutions Awards, which are held every year by METRO Magazine, honor transit agencies, technology providers, and industry partners whose technologies and initiatives advance public transportation through innovation, operational excellence, and an improved customer experience. 

Dallas Area Rapid Transit (DART) provides modern public transit services designed for fast, comfortable, and economical travel. The agency operates light rail, Trinity Railway Express, regional rail, bus routes, GoLink on-demand service, and paratransit, moving more than 171,000 passengers daily across a 700-square-mile, 12-city region including Addison, Carrollton, Cockrell Hill, Dallas, Farmers Branch, Garland, Glenn Heights, Irving, Richardson, Rowlett, Plano, and University Park.