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Newsby StaffApril 14, 2004

Amtrak president: Rail travel cannot be 100% safe

David Gunn admits potential for terrorist attacks but states that Amtrak riders are as safe as any other traveler.

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Newsby StaffApril 12, 2004

Bush creates rail labor dispute board for SEPTA

White House intervenes in long-running labor dispute.

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Newsby StaffApril 8, 2004

Senate panel passes $1B rail security act

The bill directs the Department of Homeland Security to develop a security plan within 180 days.

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Articlesby StaffApril 1, 2004

What Goes on Inside a Rail Control Center?

An interview with a rail center assistant manager.

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Newsby StaffMarch 24, 2004

Siemens to supply Charlotte, N.C., with 16 LRVs

The contract is valued at $52.5 million, with delivery of the first vehicle slated for 2006.

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Newsby StaffMarch 18, 2004

Rail consortium settles legal claims

Amtrak and Bombardier/Alstom settled all current legal disputes associated with the $1.2 billion U.S. high-speed rail program delivery.

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Newsby StaffMarch 17, 2004

L.A. commits funding to high-speed rail study

Planning for a high-speed rail system in Southern California moves forward with a local pledge of financial support.

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Newsby StaffMarch 17, 2004

Bombardier restructures, cuts 6,600 jobs

The company will cut 18.5% of its workforce and close seven European plants over the next two years.

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Newsby StaffMarch 11, 2004

BART sues local transit agency for extension funds

SamTrans reportedly owes millions in operating expenses for a BART extension into San Mateo County.

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Newsby StaffMarch 11, 2004

Siemens signs $50M light rail vehicle contract

12 low-emission diesel multiple unit vehicles will be delivered in 2006.

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