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News•by Staff•June 19, 2012

Detroit light rail loses out on federal money

Despite missing out on the $25 million TIGER grant, the 3.3-mile streetcar line is still in the running to receive that amount from other grant programs, according to Transportation Secretary LaHood.

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News•by Staff•June 19, 2012

N.Y. rail workers tripling pay due to overtime

A train car repairman for the Long Island Rail Road earned nearly $203,000 last year, — more than the city transportation authority's chief operating officer — due to overtime bonuses that workers are able to receive under union rules.

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News•by Staff•June 18, 2012

DCTA puts Stadler GTWs in revenue service

DCTA purchased 11 diesel-electric GTW 2/6 articulated rail vehicles from Stadler. The vehicles offer level boarding and incorporate enhanced passenger information systems and video surveillance.

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News•by Staff•June 18, 2012

San Diego light rail tops for fare collection

San Diego MTS collected 54% of the cost of operating the trolley through fares, more than double the nationwide average of 24%, according to federal data.

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Articles•Cover Story•June 15, 2012

Consultant Roundtable: Industry Focusing On Gains

While it is easy to blame the lack of dedicated funding for slowing down projects and causing uncertainty, consultants remain optimistic that they can help public transit agencies fill the gap by utilizing its expertise from other regions around the world. Many are hopeful the younger generation entering the workforce will help grow public transit usage.

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Articles•June 15, 2012

Shift in consultant use shows greater reliance on private sector

Can private sector professionals help with the challenges? Absolutely!

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Articles•June 15, 2012

Sustainability and safety key for flooring company

Altro is a supplier and manufacturer of safe and hygienic interior surfaces that are easy to clean and maintain. Their products’ focus keeps passengers’ comfort and safety at the forefront of design and engineering.

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Articles•June 15, 2012

Information Management Bolsters Transit Safety & Security

PSIM technology provides an integrated “cockpit” view of different security, safety and operational systems, and analyzing and correlating information across these different sub-systems in real-time.

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Articles•June 15, 2012

U.S. High-Speed Rail: Despite Political Railroading, Supporters Optimistic

Regardless of confusion over what the High-Speed Intercity Passenger Rail program was defined as and political pressure being applied, the Obama Administration’s $10 billion-plus investment in the nation’s rail network has seen some success as many projects, including California’s “true” high-speed rail program, continue moving forward.

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