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Newsby Staff and News ReportsJune 17, 2024

Former COTA Chief, Pinkerton, Joins HNTB

In her new role, she will serve as a subject matter expert to clients who are advancing programs focused on digital transformation of public infrastructure, including integration of artificial intelligence, use of advanced analytics, and how technology can be deployed to serve communities more efficiently.

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Newsby Staff and News ReportsJune 14, 2024

APTA Calls on Congress to Fully Fund Public Transit in FY25

M.J. Maynard, vice chair of APTA and CEO of the Regional Transportation Commission of Southern Nevada, testified before the U.S. House Transportation and Infrastructure Subcommittee on Highways and Transit on behalf of APTA.

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Newsby Staff and News ReportsJune 14, 2024

Coalition Unveils Roadmap for Launching New High-Speed Rail Projects

The U.S. High Speed Rail Coalition's first-of-its-kind action plan is intended to equip advocates with practical tips, realistic expectations, and strategic support as they work to launch new high-speed train projects in their regions.

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Newsby Staff and News ReportsJune 13, 2024

Biz Briefs: Alexander Dennis, Tolar, and Wabtec

The latest agency/supplier news from England, California, and France.

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Newsby Staff and News ReportsJune 13, 2024

DART Board Approves Strategic Plan to Guide Future Priorities, Innovation

The comprehensive plan intends to move DART from its current state, “Point A,” to a future where DART becomes a premier regional economic and mobility asset, or “Point B.”

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Newsby Staff and News ReportsJune 12, 2024

Coach USA Files Chapter 11, Plans to Sell Assets

The company made the voluntary decision so it could facilitate the sale processes to preserve jobs, ensure continued service, and maximize the value of its businesses, according to the company’s press release.

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Newsby Staff and News ReportsJune 12, 2024

North County Transit District Launches On-Demand Program

San Marcos is the first of four North County areas to receive this new on-demand service over the coming years during the pilot program.

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Newsby Staff and News ReportsJune 12, 2024

WSP Appointments 'Advance Vision' for U.S. Operations

The internal appointments and related updates enable more strategic and interdisciplinary response to increasingly complex challenges for the clients WSP serves, according to the firm.

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Newsby Staff and News ReportsJune 12, 2024

King County to Test Hydrogen Fuel-Cell Buses

The plan to add hydrogen fuel-cell buses reflects Metro’s goal to be a sustainability leader and has the potential to benefit riders, reduce local air pollution, and help tackle global climate change.

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Newsby Staff and News ReportsJune 12, 2024

Chicago Hits Average Weekday Ridership of 1M in May

Ridership on bus routes that received additional scheduled service was up 10% on weekdays in May compared to March, while the other bus routes also saw gains of 3%.

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