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Newsby StaffDecember 7, 2017

ABB to help Toronto light rail system cut emissions to zero

Will deliver a medium-voltage distribution and traction power system, including gas-insulated switchgear and substations.

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Newsby StaffDecember 6, 2017

Metra unveils winterization plans, customer communications

Through the use of GPS technology, the agency's communication specialists can monitor the position and timeliness of all trains in the system in real time and alert passengers in a variety of ways.

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Newsby StaffDecember 6, 2017

Alstom, Iraqi goverment sign MOU to develop rail transport systems

These projects would significantly contribute to the development of the country’s urban infrastructure and national economy.

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ArticlesDecember 6, 2017

Kansas City's Starter Streetcar Line is Sustainable, 'Smart' Endeavor

Since voters green-lit the project by approving its major funding source in 2012, some $1.7 billion in economic development has initiated around the 2.2-mile streetcar line.

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Newsby StaffDecember 5, 2017

Colorado celebrates 'Connected and Autonomous Vehicle Day'

Declaration reinforces initiatives like Panasonic’s connected vehicle partnership with the Colorado DOT, as well as acknowledge EasyMile for their North American headquarters grand opening.

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Newsby StaffDecember 5, 2017

Fla.'s HART names interim CEO

Jeffrey Seward will serve as interim CEO while the board conducts a national search for a permanent replacement.

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Newsby StaffDecember 5, 2017

LA Metro looks to increase hiring of women for construction jobs

A motion calls for agency to create and publish a score card system that reflects percentages of women hired by Metro contractors and develop an incentive program.

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Newsby StaffDecember 5, 2017

Miami-Dade places first new train in 30-plus years into service

This is the first four-car train of 136 cars that will make up the new Metrorail fleet.

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Newsby StaffDecember 4, 2017

President of BYD North America Honored for U.S. Business Achievement

BYD employs nearly 800 people in the U.S., a 20-fold increase since the company began operations in the country in 2013.

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Newsby StaffDecember 4, 2017

LA Metro breaks ground on $1.5B Gold Line rail extension

The historic ceremony held over the weekend marks the first Measure M-funded rail project to begin construction. 

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