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Articlesby StaffJune 1, 2003

LACMTA thrill ride promotes rail safety, community awareness

Dubbed the “Metro Experience,” the ride is a traveling theater, complete with a 16-by-9-foot screen, surround sound and 4D effects by way of vibrating seats and strobe lighting.

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Articlesby StaffJune 1, 2003

Deutsche Bahn rival Connex starts long-distance route

The 566-mile stretch from Rostock to Cologne via Berlin will run once daily in each direction.

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ArticlesJune 1, 2003

Popularity of New Starts Outgrows Available Funding

More than $40 billion in projects across the country seeks $20 billion in federal funding; less than half of that is available under the most optimistic scenario. Can you say innovative financing?

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Newsby StaffMay 29, 2003

Bombardier receives $165 million Deutsche Bahn order

Vehicle delivery is scheduled to start in May 2004. German rail operator, Deutsche Bahn intends to use the trains in S-Bahn operation.

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Newsby StaffMay 19, 2003

Sound Transit proposes light rail operation agreement

Under the agreement, Seattle's Sound Transit would pay King County Metro approximately $124 million for the first five years after the system opens.

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Newsby StaffMay 16, 2003

FRA awards $1 million grant to Operation Lifesaver

The safety-oriented grant enables OLI to conduct wide-ranging public education and awareness programs related to highway-rail grade crossing safety and railroad trespassing.

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Articlesby StaffMay 1, 2003

Colorado Railcar embarks on nationwide tour

Promoting the first diesel multiple unit (DMU) approved by the Federal Railroad Administration for mixed freight service in the U.S., Colorado Railcar is taking its vehicle on a tour of America.

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ArticlesMay 1, 2003

Rail Projects Total $58 Billion in Top 50

MTA New York City continues its reign in the top spot, with $9 billion in project costs, in METRO’s 9th annual rail study.

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