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Newsby Staff and News ReportsJune 5, 2025

FRA Report Finds California High-Speed Rail Project in Default of Federal Grant Terms

U.S. DOT cites delays, cost overruns, and funding shortfalls in 310-page review; CHSRA has 37 days to respond before possible grant termination

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Articlesby Alex RomanJune 5, 2025

Consultant Q&A: Stantec’s Ryan White on Regulation, Funding, and Community-Centered Solutions

With over two decades of experience, Stantec’s Ryan White shares insights on navigating complex transit regulations, funding challenges, and the importance of authentic stakeholder engagement to deliver inclusive, future-ready transportation infrastructure.

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Newsby Staff and News ReportsJune 4, 2025

Santa Clara VTA, ATU Ratifies 4-Year Labor Agreement

The new agreement ensures competitive wages and improved benefits for 1,500 frontline transit workers while restoring stability across VTA’s labor landscape.

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Newsby StaffJune 3, 2025

Alstom Opens Advanced Railcar Plant in Hornell, N.Y.

New $75 Million Facility Brings Stainless Steel Railcar Production Back to the U.S., Creates Over 250 Jobs, and Reinforces Hornell as the Nation’s Rail Manufacturing Hub.

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Newsby StaffJune 3, 2025

Voith Turbo Marks 50 Years in the U.S.

To commemorate the occasion, the company hosted a special event at its York, Pa., facility, honoring its rich history and the employees who have played a central role in its success.

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Newsby StaffJune 2, 2025

SEPTA Board Appoints Scott Sauer GM

A 35-year agency veteran, he has been serving as interim GM since November 2024 and now assumes the permanent role at a time of significant financial and operational challenges for the region’s transit system.

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Newsby Staff and News ReportsJune 2, 2025

Biz Briefs: TRC Moves into D.C. and Much More

Biz Briefs covers the latest supplier news in the motorcoach and public transit industries.

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Newsby StaffMay 30, 2025

Edmonton Breaks Ground on Capital Line South LRT Extension

Once complete, the high-floor LRT extension will connect residents in southern Edmonton with key destinations and transit hubs across the network.

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Videosby Alex RomanMay 30, 2025

The LA ART Gondola System with Zero Emissions Transit’s David Grannis

The LA ART aerial gondola project aims to ease congestion and cut pollution in the Los Angeles region by connecting Union Station to Dodger Stadium. When completed, the gondola will serve underserved communities, including El Pueblo, Chinatown, Mission Junction, and Solano Canyon, and offer ADA-accessible cabins with space for strollers and bikes.

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Newsby StaffMay 29, 2025

Passenger Rail Set to Resume in Southern California After Emergency Bluff Reinforcement

Metrolink and Amtrak Pacific Surfliner will fully restore service on June 7 following completion of Phase 1 coastal stabilization work led by OCTA, protecting California’s only coastal rail link between Orange and San Diego counties.

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