In a letter from Secretary of Transportation Anthony Foxx, he explained that under MAP-21 the FTA has expanded authority and should assume oversight instead of FRA.
The program, which totals $26.1 billion, outlines the next five years’ worth of vital investments to renew, enhance and expand the MTA network. This marks the largest investment in MTA infrastructure in history.
Streetcar testing is set to start in November, with revenue operations scheduled to begin by Sept. 15, 2016.
Bombardier Transportation already has a well-established rail signaling presence in the U.S. Its Centre of Competence for Automated People Mover systems in Pittsburgh is also home to its Rail Control Solutions Centre of Competence for radio-based train control solutions including the CITYFLO 650 CBTC technology.
Each bus is custom made to JTA specifications and arrives with specific branding. The sleek, aerodynamic design incorporates a raised, raked-back front cap blended into a full length, contoured roofline. Its modern profile makes a distinguished statement.
The order for 29 vehicles further extends the 22-year relationship between Siemens and RTD and will bring the Siemens’ fleet operating on the RTD light rail system to over 200 vehicles
Premier Transportation LLC’s TS 30 coaches are seated for 30 passengers, which allows for extra legroom. The coaches are also equipped with 110-volt and USB plugs, Alcoa wheels, leather seats, an REI audio/video system, and woodgrain floors.