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Newsby StaffJune 21, 2010

MBTA to require subway operators hold driver's licenses

Subway operators on the Orange, Red and Blue lines were not required to hold valid driver's licenses previously. A peer review by APTA recommended MBTA change the policy.

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Newsby StaffJune 21, 2010

Alstom wins $132.5M Swedish contract

The contract includes the full maintenance of 71 Coradia Nordic trains Alstom has already supplied to Storstockholms Lokaltrafik (SL) and the maintenance of 12 Coradia Nordic trains scheduled for delivery in 2012.

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Newsby StaffJune 21, 2010

Charlotte system to target light rail fare evaders

Transit agency is preparing report on fare evasion and plans to hire nine security guards to ride the rails seeking patrons who don't have tickets.

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Newsby StaffJune 21, 2010

Blog: Poor transit at root of Rio street dweller problem?

Poor public transportation options and the inability to pay for transit has led people to sleep in the streets to be closer to their jobs

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ArticlesCover StoryJune 17, 2010

Consultant Roundtable: Industry Remains On Edge, Sees Encouraging Future

Even with no authorization bill in sight, consultants are finding many positives, including increased ridership, a new federal philosophy and exciting projects in the pipeline. Many are looking for high-speed rail to have the same nation-changing impact as the interstate highway system or the beginning of the space program.

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ArticlesJune 17, 2010

Tougher DBE program will correct long overdue problems

The DOT's DBE program is one of the most successful of all federal DBE programs. The changes being put into place should make it that much stronger, for businesses of all sizes.

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ArticlesJune 17, 2010

How to Maximize Your Capital Investment Strategies

Many agencies have gone through the process of evaluating their current project lists or wish lists, identifying priority initiatives and where the dollars should be applied. This article looks at collaborative decision-making software applied by transit agencies to make the best possible decisions in capital planning and resource allocation.

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ArticlesJune 17, 2010

Consultant Achievements-InfraConsult LLC

Founded by: Michael I. Schneider, Alan C. Wulkan Year Founded: 2006 Employees: 35 Headquarters: Delaware Head Executives: Michael I. Schneider, Managing Partner; Alan C. Wulkan, Managing Partner; Simon Zweighaft, Managing Partner Website: www.InfraConsultLLC.com

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ArticlesJune 17, 2010

Consultant Achievements-STV Incorporated

Founded by: Elwyn E. Seelye Year Founded: 1912 Employees: 1,700 Headquarters: New York City and Douglassville, Pa. Head Executives: Dominick M. Servedio, PE, Chairman/CEO; Milo Riverso, PhD, PE, President Website: www.stvinc.com

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ArticlesJune 17, 2010

Consultant Achievements-Gannett Fleming Inc.

Founded by: Farley Gannett and Theodore Seelye Year Founded: 1915 Employees: 2,100 Headquarters: Harrisburg, Pa. Head Executive: William M. Stout, PE, Chairman/ CEO Website: www.gannettfleming.com

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