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News•by Staff•May 29, 2019

Alstom delivers first next-generation train to French rail network

Each train is 118 feet long and can carry more than 300 passengers, offering a renewed travelling experience.

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News•by Staff•May 28, 2019

Kiewit Infrastructure to design-build Sound Transit rail extension

The total amount of the contract with contingency funding is $1.4 billion.

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News•by Staff•May 27, 2019

Sound Transit IDs alternatives for Link extensions environmental study

The board action reflects 18 months of robust public engagement with key stakeholders.

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News•by Staff•May 27, 2019

Via expands L.A. ride-sharing program to serve select Metrolink stations

The free ride option is for a limited time, with the ongoing fare set to be announced once the free promotion is complete.

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News•by Staff•May 24, 2019

L.A. Metro FY20 balanced budget includes $587M increase

Budget highlights include $1.844 billion for bus and rail operations and $2.378 billion for various capital projects.

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News•May 24, 2019

Proposed FY20 Appropriations bill includes $16.2B for transit, rail

Does not allow the FRA to take back the $2.5 billion in funding that has been provided to the California High-Speed Rail Project.

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News•by Staff•May 23, 2019

Las Vegas moves forward with first underground people mover

Approved a contract with Elon Musk’s The Boring Co. to design and construct a people mover for the Las Vegas Convention Center.

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News•May 22, 2019

California sues to prevent withholding of high-speed rail funds

Filed in federal court in San Francisco, the suit claims the U.S. DOT lacks authority to withhold the $929 million it was due.

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News•by Staff•May 22, 2019

WMATA pulls 3000-Series trains after door malfunction

The incident, which happened after the train left the station on Sunday afternoon, was captured on video by a rider.

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News•by Staff•May 22, 2019

WSP USA names new leader for transit, rail zero-emissions tech

John Drayton will support the company’s vehicle initiatives, providing national strategy development and managerial expertise.

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