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Newsby StaffJune 5, 2019

BART police taking new steps to combat cellphone thefts

BART had 402 electronic item thefts reported in the system from January 1st through last month.

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Newsby StaffJune 5, 2019

Amtrak promotes rail crossing, track safety tips ahead of summer

A train traveling at 55 miles per hour can take approximately one mile, or the length of about 18 football fields to stop.

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ArticlesJune 5, 2019

Consultants Address Latest Trends, Challenges

With funding continuing to be an issue for transit projects, some of the top voices in the industry discuss ways to bridge that gap.

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Newsby StaffJune 4, 2019

New York City Transit to modernize service status notices

Will provide a much deeper level of detail, with seven new categories of service status conveyed on a line-by-line basis.

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Newsby StaffJune 3, 2019

MTA launches first new payment system in 25 years

OMNY lets riders pay their fare and enter the subway or bus by tapping contactless cards, smartphones, and wearable devices.

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Newsby StaffJune 3, 2019

Siemens Mobility to overhaul TriMet LRVs

The project order, which is set to be complete in 2025, has a volume of approximately $90 million with options.

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NewsJune 3, 2019

Stadler secures contract to build 8 FLIRT trains for Texas

They anticipate passenger service for the end of 2022 after securing $119 million contract with DART. 

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NewsJune 3, 2019

Boston's Commuter Rail Revived Through Rehab

Since Keolis began operation of the commuter rail system, it has worked with the MBTA to revitalize its aging fleet, improve track and infrastructure, and boost revenue and ridership.

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ArticlesJune 3, 2019

Sydney Rail Ops Designed with Humans in Mind

Sydney, Australia’s new facility will be able to operate under extreme events with redundant and diverse power and communication feeds.

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NewsMay 30, 2019

FirstGroup to sell Greyhound

Company to focus on its First Transit and First Student brands, while also continuing to monitor the potential of its current UK rail contracts.

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