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News•by Staff•August 15, 2011

INIT to assist with Norfolk, Va. light rail launch

The rally of support for the new light rail system holds significant value for INIT staff due to the use of INIT's Automatic Passenger Counting technology onboard the new Siemens S70 vehicles.

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News•by Staff•August 12, 2011

FRA issues new reg limiting consecutive hours of service

The new rule, based on “fatigue science,” will use fatigue modeling tools and data on human alertness factors and guide the scheduling of train crews to reduce the likelihood of a hazardous work schedule. It includes maximum on-duty periods and minimum off-duty periods for passenger train employees.

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News•by Staff•August 12, 2011

Amtrak adds free iPhone app

Customers can purchase one-way and round trip tickets that can be printed at a Quik-Trak machine, picked up from an agent or mailed. Passengers will be able to access the latest train arrival and departure information for their itinerary.

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News•by Staff•August 11, 2011

Report: Consensus crucial to rail ballot initiative success

Analysis reaffirms the importance of consensus among the business, elected and environmental communities, and the accompanying financial support. The updated study validated the difficulty of passing an initiative without well-funded, effective use of multimedia and experienced campaign consultants.

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News•by Staff•August 11, 2011

BART shutdown reveals system flaws

Two data devices failed to work together, causing all 28 trains to be halted for more than two hours. Officials have said that the system needs $15 billion in upgrades over the next 25 years, but only about half of the funding is lined up.

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News•by Staff•August 11, 2011

Chicago Transit taps IMG for sponsorship, naming rights

It is estimated that it will take IMG six months to one year to identify, evaluate and solicit sponsorship proposals for CTA's assets.

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News•by Staff•August 11, 2011

APTA: Public transit users save $9,956 annually

Report numbers show a substantial increase over this time last year, as gas prices have risen nearly $.86 a gallon.

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News•by Staff•August 11, 2011

Lateness is No. 1 complaint for Maryland transit riders

The issue topped all other rider concerns including rude drivers, missed stops and dirty vehicles. Recommendations issued to the Maryland Transit Administration include improving communications with riders who lodge complaints.

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News•by Staff•August 11, 2011

Web Extra: Carbon reduction, culture change top talk at green conference

From engaging employees to design and international innovations, the conference provided attendees with several options to make their operations greener.

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News•by Staff•August 10, 2011

Kustom Seating named Siemens' 'Supplier of the Year'

Was acknowledged with a second award, "In Recognition of Outstanding Performance in Competitiveness in Mechanical Components as a Supplier and Partner."

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