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Newsby StaffMarch 26, 2013

MBTA chief says long-awaited railcars due soon

Hyundai Rotem, under fire for failing to deliver any of its 75 double-decker coaches on time, is making progress on its $190 million contract. Three of the cars are slated to be in service in April.

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Newsby StaffMarch 21, 2013

Chicago RTA makes Water Taxi transit benefit eligible

Allows employees to make pre-tax paycheck deductions, saving commuters hundreds of dollars a year that they would otherwise have to pay in taxes.

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Newsby StaffMarch 21, 2013

Report: Home values performed 42% better near public transportation

Despite declines between 2006 and 2011, properties close to public transit showed significantly stronger resiliency. For example in Boston, residential property in the rapid transit area outperformed other properties in the region by an incredible 129%.

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Newsby StaffMarch 21, 2013

Despite funding concerns, C-Tran moves ahead with BRT

Even though the agency’s board of directors only voted to seek offers from consultants to continue developing the concept, some board members expressed concerns about moving forward on an effort that was shot down in last year's election.

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Newsby StaffMarch 20, 2013

Alstom to develop Spanish third rail signaling

The project is part of a framework agreement signed by the company and Spanish railway infrastructure manager Adif last November to carry out research and development projects at Adif's Railway Technology Center in Málaga.

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Newsby StaffMarch 20, 2013

Bombardier shows signaling, rolling stock at Rail-Tech

Visitors in Amersfoort, Netherlands are getting the chance to experience first-hand, how the latest rail control and signaling systems work, such as the Interfolo 550 ERTMS regional solution, the latest EBI Switch point machine and EBI Track train detection systems, and Bombardier’s rail control application for stabling yards.

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Newsby StaffMarch 20, 2013

Denver RTD rail line honored for innovation

West Rail Line project named one of the most significant construction projects of 2012 by the Associated General Contractors of America.

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Newsby StaffMarch 20, 2013

STV names Amodei head of T&I division's Northeast region

With more than 25 years of professional experience, Richard Amodei has been responsible for the pursuit and performance of several major projects, including the Delaware River Port Authority's $1.5 billion Glassboro-to-Camden light rail line.

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Newsby StaffMarch 20, 2013

Caltrain, Calif. HSRA strike financing deal for electrification

Will clarify the timeline for commuter train electrification between San Francisco and San Jose. The CHSRA board of directors approved an MOU with the Peninsula Corridor Joint Powers Board to enhance the rail tracks to accommodate future high-speed rail service.

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Newsby StaffMarch 20, 2013

Masabi secures $2.8M in funding

The company also announced the opening of its New York office and the hiring of Josh Robin as VP, strategy and business development, North American operations.

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