Federal Transit Administration
Overview
The Federal Transit Administration (FTA) is an agency within the U.S. Department of Transportation that provides financial and technical assistance to local public transit systems. Its mission is to improve public transportation, encourage the planning of areawide systems, and provide financial aid to state and local governments for these purposes. The agency supports various modes of transportation, including buses, subways, light rail, commuter rail, trolleys, and ferries. It also oversees safety, ensures systems are accessible, and helps develop new transit technologies.
Investments
| Company | Date | Stage | Lead |
|---|---|---|---|
| northern indiana commuter transportation district | Aug 2022 | Grant | Lead |
| Beep, Inc. | Nov 2025 | Grant | Co-investor |
| Inventev | Aug 2022 | Grant | Lead |
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FAQ
Where is Federal Transit Administration based?
Federal Transit Administration is headquartered in District of Columbia.
When was Federal Transit Administration founded?
Federal Transit Administration was founded in 1964.
How many portfolio companies does Federal Transit Administration have?
Federal Transit Administration has 11 portfolio companies in Caplight's dataset.
What are some companies in Federal Transit Administration's portfolio?
Portfolio companies visible on Caplight include northern indiana commuter transportation district, Beep, Inc., Inventev.
What was Federal Transit Administration's most recent investment shown here?
Federal Transit Administration's most recent investment in this portfolio sample was in Beep, Inc. in 2025.
What sectors does Federal Transit Administration focus on?
Federal Transit Administration focuses on Mobility, Transportation & Logistics, Mobility, Transportation & Logistics, Mobility, Transportation & Logistics, Mobility, Transportation & Logistics, Mobility, Transportation & Logistics, Mobility, Transportation & Logistics, Mobility, Transportation & Logistics, Mobility, Transportation & Logistics, Mobility, Transportation & Logistics, Mobility, Transportation & Logistics, Consumer & Commerce, Mobility, Transportation & Logistics, Frontier & Industrial Tech, Energy & Sustainability, Frontier & Industrial Tech, Consumer & Commerce, Energy & Sustainability.
What company stages does Federal Transit Administration focus on?
Federal Transit Administration typically invests at the MultiStage stage.
What is Federal Transit Administration's AUM?
Federal Transit Administration's assets under management are estimated between $10.0B and $100.0B.