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Newsby StaffJune 5, 2013

S.F. Muni light rail posts 50% on-time performance

The low number is caused by aging trains, run-down tracks, outdated scheduling and few reserve vehicles to deploy when rail vehicles break down. The agency plans to update its scheduling, hire more supervisors and put out a bid next year for a new batch of light rail vehicles, which could be in service by 2017.

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Newsby StaffJune 5, 2013

Court schedules hearing on Honolulu rail appeal

Expedited for Aug. 15 at the appeals court in San Francisco. However, the delayed project is still on schedule to resume construction in September after gaining approval of its archaeological surveys.

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Newsby StaffJune 5, 2013

MTA to close Sandy damaged tunnels for repairs

Temporary fixes brought those tunnels back into service, but the damage has led to increased failures of components, a growing number of delayed trains and a pressing need to make permanent repairs.

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Videosby StaffJune 5, 2013

N.Y. MTA Repair and Inspections of Hurricane Sandy Damaged Tunnels

MTA New York City Transit senior staff visited the Montague Tubes on Monday, April 15, 2013. The tubes were flooded and sustained severe damage during Hurricane Sandy.

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Newsby StaffJune 4, 2013

Bombardier wins German EMU order

Will supply three-car and five-car Talent 2 trains with a comfortable interior design.

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Newsby StaffJune 4, 2013

Report: 74% favor spending tax dollars for improved public transit

Eighty percent of those surveyed agreed with the statement public transportation investment can help create jobs and pave the way to a stronger economy. However, public transportation scores its strongest support when discussing access to opportunities.

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Newsby StaffJune 4, 2013

Alstom unveils Citadis Spirit light rail vehicle

The features include a 100% low floor design and the ability to operate at speeds of up to 65 mph.

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Newsby StaffJune 4, 2013

Sen. Frank Lautenberg dies at 89

Was a long-time leader on environmental protection, transportation and protecting public health.

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Newsby StaffJune 3, 2013

Study: Employer support for transit increasing in urban areas

Major American employers, such as universities, hospitals and business coalitions, are organizing and winning better public transportation in many metro areas, according to Good Jobs First, a national policy resource center for grassroots groups and public officials.

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Newsby StaffJune 3, 2013

Hill Intl. to manage construction for NJ Transit

The three-year contract has an estimated value of $3.5 million.

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