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Newsby StaffJuly 22, 2019

NYC Transit to install netting under elevated track structures

Pilot will test whether and how the material may capture potential hazards, such as loose debris, while still allowing regular inspections of the structure.

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Newsby StaffJuly 19, 2019

Valley Metro, Total Transit honor bus driver for reaching 1M mile mark

Julie Castillo was originally hired by Total Transit in 2001 as a medical transport driver, where she first illustrated her dedication to excellence.

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Newsby StaffJuly 18, 2019

FMCSA permanently bans commercial drivers convicted of human trafficking

The new rule revises the list of offenses permanently disqualifying individuals from operating a commercial motor vehicle.

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Newsby StaffJuly 17, 2019

Deutsche Bahn resuming delivery of ICE 4 trains

Siemens and Bombardier reached an agreement with officials on a reworking and testing concept for welds that were occasionally not executed properly.

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Newsby StaffJuly 15, 2019

Ride-hailing services may be driving up traffic deaths

Arrival of ride-hailing is linked to an increase of approximately 3% in the number of motor vehicle fatalities and fatal accidents, study says.

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Newsby StaffJuly 11, 2019

NTSB completes Las Vegas autonomous shuttle crash investigation

There were no injuries to the seven passengers and one attendant aboard the shuttle or to the driver of the truck.

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Newsby StaffJuly 11, 2019

NYC subway on-time performance passes 80% for first time in 6 years

A contributing factor to the reduction in delays has been the significant progress made in reducing track debris fires.

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Newsby StaffJuly 11, 2019

NJ TRANSIT advocate to aid employees who have been assaulted

Newly hired attorney's role includes reviewing victims cases and helping them understand their legal rights.

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Newsby StaffJuly 8, 2019

USSC president/CEO named 'Entrepreneur of the Year'

Joseph Mirabile was awarded the business-based award for security and safety category.

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Newsby StaffJuly 8, 2019

MARTA moving forward with 'customer-focused' budget

Includes buying CNG buses, creating Riders' Advisory Council, launching customer experience program, and rehabbing rail stations.

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