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PodcastsAugust 15, 2024

The Present and Future of Public Transit with Jannet Walker-Ford and David Scorey

Jannet Walker-Ford,Lead, Advisory and Planning business, at WSP and David Scorey, CEO of Keolis North America, join METRO’s Executive Editor Alex Roman to discuss the state of public transportation today, the hidden benefits of contracting, sustainability, workforce development, and much more.

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Newsby StaffAugust 15, 2024

MBTA Adding More Railcars to Deal with Ridership Growth

The agreement with Hyundai Rotem will bring an additional 41 state-of-the-art bi-level commuter railcars — to a previously agreed-upon 83 cars — to the MBTA network.

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Newsby StaffAugust 15, 2024

Chicago Awards Construction Contract for Red Line Extension

The Chicago Transit Board approved the award of a $2.9 billion contract to Walsh-VINCI Transit Community Partners following a comprehensive, two-year procurement process.

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Articlesby Alex RomanAugust 15, 2024

California, Ohio Agencies Team with TRC to Bring Increased Efficiency, Expanded Mobility

After finding significant success, CTS, FAST, and their supplier partner TRC have earned one of METRO’s Innovative Solutions Awards for Mobility.

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Newsby StaffAugust 14, 2024

MBTA Launching Income-Eligible Reduced Fare Program

A meaningful improvement for fare equity, the new program provides riders who are aged 18 to 64 and have low income with reduced one-way fares of approximately 50% off on all MBTA buses, subway, commuter rail, and paratransit travel.

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Newsby StaffAugust 13, 2024

Complete Coach Works Names New Business Development Manager

With an impressive 27-year career in the transit industry, Mark Hollenbeck brings a wealth of experience and expertise across manufacturing, OEM sales, publishing, media, trade shows, and software.

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Newsby StaffAugust 13, 2024

Report Examines How to Address the Transportation Industry's Human Infrastructure

The latest MTI perspective explores the issue of failed human infrastructures by synthesizing the results of a recent expert panel discussion that underscores the need for greater attention to mindfulness and more in industry workplaces.

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Newsby StaffAugust 12, 2024

Amtrak Works to Enhance Northeast Corridor Service

Amtrak is investing $260 million for track infrastructure improvements during the summer months, along with other ongoing work.

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Newsby StaffAugust 12, 2024

California's SamTrans Expands Same-Day Paratransit Pilot

The same-day option is offered to Redi-Wheels ADA eligible customers on a space-available basis with no limits on the number of trips a passenger can request.

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Newsby StaffAugust 9, 2024

Boston’s MBTA Begins Search for Alewife Complex Joint Development Partner

The Alewife Complex includes a Red Line station, a 2,733-space parking garage, and additional Commuter Rail facilities.

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