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News•by Staff•September 15, 2010

LaHood sets agenda for 2nd Distracted Driving Summit

Building on the success of last year's summit, Secretary LaHood will convene leading transportation officials, safety advocates, law enforcement, industry representatives, researchers and victims affected by distraction-related crashes to address challenges and identify opportunities for national anti-distracted driving efforts.

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News•by Staff•September 15, 2010

URS completes Scott Wilson Group acquisition

With the completion of the transaction, URS will add significant international projects outside of the U.K., including the Delhi-Mumbai Industrial Corridor Development in India, Haramain High-Speed Rail in Saudi Arabia and MTR Shatin to Central Link in Hong Kong.

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News•by Staff•September 15, 2010

Seon improves camera technology, feature benefits

The company's selection of wedge, dome and other specialized cameras are specifically designed for harsh mobile environments. They are also vandal-resistant and capable of withstanding vibration, temperature extremes and other rigors of the road.

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News•by Staff•September 15, 2010

NJ Transit fires Koran-burning employee

In a statement, NJ Transit said that Fenton's public actions "violated New Jersey Transit's code of ethics."

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News•by Staff•September 15, 2010

CTA implements further management efficiencies

Will save approximately $7.2 million in salaries and benefits by eliminating more than 70 positions — including more than a dozen at manager level.

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News•by Staff•September 15, 2010

AECOM names high-speed projects director

Martin Elton will be responsible for the management and delivery of rail infrastructure projects from early feasibility stages through design and construction, business development and bid preparations.

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Products•September 14, 2010

Antimicrobial Surface Treatment

AST antimicrobial surface treatment reduces the risk of microbe, bacteria and virus transmission, especially in hightouch areas.

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News•by Staff•September 14, 2010

Metro St. Louis developing smart card system

Smart card system would help Metro save money, catch fare evaders and do a better job tracking ridership.

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News•by Staff•September 14, 2010

N.J. bill bans cell phone use, texting by public transit operators

Bill stems from the commuter train crash in Chatsworth, Calif., in which it was determined that the train operator had been sending and receiving text messages just before the crash occurred.

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News•by Staff•September 14, 2010

Siemens to bring Velaro high-speed rail vehicle to Florida

Exhibit visitors will have opportunity to have their questions answered by high-speed rail experts. Guests will also be able to learn about the history of rail transportation and how high-speed rail is impacting other parts of the world today.

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