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Newsby StaffAugust 6, 2010

Bombardier wins Manchester, England contract

The manufacture of these vehicles will follow straight on from the ones currently being built for Manchester and the first of these additional 14 vehicles (tram 49) is scheduled to be delivered to Manchester in October 2011.

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Newsby StaffAugust 6, 2010

Parsons Brinckerhoff names new CFO

John Murphy has more than 25 years of financial and senior management experience, including 14 years working with major engineering contractors and their domestic and international operations.

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Newsby StaffAugust 6, 2010

FRA makes $25M available for rail technology

The pool of funds is available for basic and applied technology research, development and demonstration projects to advance the state of the art in track and structures, train control systems, operating practices and rolling stock.

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Newsby StaffAugust 5, 2010

AECOM acquires Davis Langdon

The transaction is expected to close in October of 2010. The acquisition has been approved by Davis Langdon shareholders and partners, and is subject to customary closing conditions, including necessary regulatory and third party approvals.

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Newsby StaffAugust 5, 2010

L.B. Foster to equip New England rail group

Company landed a $5.3 million contract by the Northern New England Passenger Rail Authority to supply 5,561 tons of rail for the Downeaster-Portland North Project.

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Newsby StaffAugust 4, 2010

Illinois to distribute $500M in transit funding

The funding, provided through the Illinois Jobs Now! capital construction program, will create and retain an estimated 18,000 jobs and improve traveler safety. Includes $253 million for the Chicago Transit Authority (CTA), $157 million for Metra, and $32 million for PACE.

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Newsby StaffAugust 4, 2010

U.S. DOT supports Detroit transit plan

Obama administration pledges to conduct environmental impact report on the feasibility of the project, a $425 million light-rail line.

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Newsby StaffAugust 4, 2010

N.Y. MTA estimates $52M in unused fares next year

MTA estimates $52 million in bus and subway trips purchased but unused next year. The money is listed in the agency's financial plans as a source of revenue.

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Newsby StaffAugust 3, 2010

APTA encourages support for Gulf Coast cleanup efforts

The public transportation industry is encouraging its riders, the public and its employees to make a $10 donation to the NRDC Gulf Coast Recovery Fund by texting TRANSIT on their mobile phones to 25383.

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Newsby StaffAugust 3, 2010

TriMet opens first bike and ride facility

Provides secure parking for 74 bikes and helps more cyclists make connections to bus and MAX. Also features BikeLink keycard access and security cameras.The agency is using $1.1 million in stimulus funds for three Bike & Rides, as well as replacement and refurbishment of 174 bike lockers.

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