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Newsby StaffJuly 31, 2019

NY MTA selects 4 companies to pilot innovative bus, subway solutions

Before being selected, the companies tested how their products could improve service and customer communications.

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Newsby StaffJuly 31, 2019

Alstom to supply Avelia Euroduplex trains to Paris' SNCF

The 12 trains will enter service in 2021 and 2022 and replace older trains, some of which are over 30 years old.

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Newsby StaffJuly 31, 2019

Md. Purple Line marks 'topping out' of rail ops, maintenance facility

WSP USA is part of a joint venture that serves as program management consultant for the $5.6 billion public-private partnership.

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ArticlesJuly 31, 2019

Committee creates value for small, disadvantaged business in transit

Jose Bustamante, chair of APTA's Small Business Committee, discuses his role, and how he is trying to help businesses succeed.

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Newsby StaffJuly 31, 2019

Siemens lands TriMet light rail vehicle order

The contract includes options for up to 60 additional LRVs, which would accommodate additional vehicles needed for further service expansions.

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Newsby StaffJuly 30, 2019

Power Pusher Rail Movers system moves 'massive' railcars remotely

One operator can safely move 10 to 225 tons with Power Pusher’s battery-powered Rail Movers.

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Newsby StaffJuly 30, 2019

DART begins construction to extend Red, Blue Line station platforms

Lockwood, Andrews, & Newnam Inc. is providing project management services for the platform extensions.

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Newsby StaffJuly 30, 2019

WMATA names new safety chief

Theresa M. Impastato was most recently deputy chief safety officer of Amtrak.

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Newsby StaffJuly 30, 2019

Metra, Chicago State U. to build new station on South Side of city

The project demonstrates a commitment by both institutions to provide safe and accessible transportation options and stimulate economic growth on the far southeast side of Chicago.

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Newsby StaffJuly 29, 2019

3 SEPTA sustainability initiatives to cut energy use, GHG emissions

Projects include a solar-power purchase agreement, a solar-powered train signal system, and energy retrofit of headquarters building.

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