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Newsby News/Media ReleaseJuly 27, 2022

FRA Proposed Rule Looks to Enhance Train Safety, Codify Train Crew Size

The rule would require a minimum of two train crewmembers for over-the-road railroad operations, with some exceptions for certain low risk operations and circumstances where mitigating measures are in place to protect railroad employees, the public, and the environment.

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Newsby News/Media ReleaseJuly 27, 2022

New York's MTA Unveils Universal Subway Wireless Connectivity Plan

A proposed expansion would transform the subway system into a fully digitally connected transit network that gives riders the ability to use their mobile devices throughout the entire subway system.

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Newsby News/Media ReleaseJuly 26, 2022

FTA Offers $1.75B to Make Public Transportation Rail Stations More Accessible

The funding will help agencies retrofit subway stations so people who need an elevator or ramp — including people who use wheelchairs or have limited mobility — can still reliably access the rail systems serving their communities.

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Newsby News/Media ReleaseJuly 26, 2022

CTA Launches New Building Small Businesses Program

The BSB Program is the latest in a series of initiatives launched by the CTA to bring equity and inclusion to all aspects of its operations.

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Newsby News/Media ReleaseJuly 26, 2022

New York MTA Moving Forward with Capital Projects to Improve Transit Equity

In a presentation to the MTA Board’s Capital Program Committee, MTA Construction & Development President Jamie Torres-Springer put forward a proposed capital program amendment that allows the MTA to move projects along at a faster pace, offers support for megaproject expansions, and more.

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Newsby News/Media ReleaseJuly 22, 2022

U.S. DOT, Administration Propose Improvements to DBE Program

Spanning nearly 40 years and mandated by Congress, the DBE and ACDBE programs are intended to prevent discrimination, and remedy the continuing effects of past discrimination, against small businesses owned and controlled by disadvantaged individuals.

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Photo GalleriesJuly 21, 2022

A Look at the Vehicles METRO Covers

A look at some of the vehicles METRO Magazine covers in the motorcoach, transit, and mobility industries.

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Newsby News/Media ReleaseJuly 20, 2022

Wabtec to Improve MARTA Passenger Comfort

Wabtec will provide 336 HVAC units, as 224 will be installed in passenger cars and 112 units in driver cabins.

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Newsby News/Media ReleaseJuly 20, 2022

Metrolink’s Refurbished Train Car Now in Service

The train car is the first of 50 slated for renovation. 

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NewsJuly 20, 2022

Caltrain's Electric Trainsets Undergo Clearance Testing

The test is to ensure the trains meet all clearance requirements to operate safely along the corridor.

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