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Newsby StaffJune 2, 2010

NYC subway map gets redesign

Enhanced colors and altered scale helps make routes easier to decipher.

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Newsby StaffJune 2, 2010

Alstom renovates trains for Hungary Metro

The first renovated train set is scheduled to come into commercial service in November, 2010. Mass renovation of the train sets will begin in June 2010 and is scheduled to be completed by March 2012.

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Newsby StaffJune 2, 2010

PATH tests 'tap-and-go' PayPass card

In a pilot that includes NJ Transit, MTA and the Port Authority, customers will not have to use cash or fare cards from multiple agencies and will not have to wait in line at ticket machines.

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Newsby StaffJune 2, 2010

PATH training simulator speeds modernization

Railcar operators are being trained in the simulator, which features animated videos and tilting and shaking effects.

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Newsby StaffJune 2, 2010

D.C. Metro taps LTK for rail fleet

If all options are exercised by D.C. Metro, the contract term will be 10 years.

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Newsby StaffJune 1, 2010

U.S. DOT announces TIGER II grant program

Grants will be awarded on a competitive basis to projects that have a significant impact on the nation, a region or metropolitan area and can create jobs.

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Newsby StaffJune 1, 2010

Caterpillar unit to buy Electro-Motive Diesel

With 2009 revenues of $1.8 billion, company has the largest installed base of diesel-electric locomotives in the world and offers extensive range of locomotive products.

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Newsby StaffMay 28, 2010

D.C Metro to raise fares, add peak-period pricing

The fare changes are expected to be enacted system-wide on June 27. The new fares will generate $108.7 million to help close a $189 million shortfall and build a sound budget for the new fiscal year.

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Newsby StaffMay 28, 2010

Chicago Transit Authority pulls new railcars

Railcars expected to resume passenger service on the Green Line in a few weeks after adjustments are made and the trains are tested without any passengers on board.

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Newsby StaffMay 28, 2010

Mayor proposes short-term solution to save IndyGo

Solution leverages existing dollars from a number of sources, including IndyGo's existing general operating balance, the rebalancing of IndyGo's revenues in 2011 between operating and capital, the use of a $5 million line of credit and other IndyGo reserves.

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