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News•by Staff•June 14, 2017

Urban Solar lands on UL approval list

The approval list covers all transit-related lighting, such as solar LEDs for pathways, roadways, parking lots, and general lighting.

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News•by Staff•June 13, 2017

Minnesota DOT to test use of autonomous bus in cold weather climate

Testing will start with warm and cold weather testing at MnROAD, MnDOT’s test track facility near Albertville, Minn. MnROAD is used by researchers from around the world to test road building materials and designs.

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News•by Staff•June 13, 2017

BYD expands electric bus fleet to Brisbane Airport

The fleet of 11, 40-foot electric buses will be fully operational in February 2018 as a shuttle service between the airport’s domestic and international terminals.

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News•by Staff•June 13, 2017

STV, RK&K to consult for Fairfax BRT

Will work on the development of station, vehicle, and guideway design, as well as prepare a financial implementation program.

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News•by Staff•June 13, 2017

RATP Dev recruits new VP, Security & Safety

Mike Anderson will lead RATP Dev North America's bus and rail security and safety projects and will work hand-in-hand with all company clients.

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News•by Staff•June 12, 2017

APTA announces annual rail safety award winners

The Rail Safety & Security Excellent Awards recognizes exceptional safety and security programs for rail systems in North America.

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Articles•June 12, 2017

San Diego MTS adopts LiDAR technology to enhance track assessment

It’s similar to Google’s Street View system, which offers users panoramic views from on-the-ground positions along many streets and neighborhoods in the world.

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News•by Staff•June 12, 2017

Transit leaders react to proposed transit cuts in Administration's budget

APTA and the transit industry is calling on the Trump Administration and Congress to reject these cuts and reaffirm its support for these programs as part of the FY18 budget process

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Articles•by Staff and News Reports•June 12, 2017

Florida’s Brightline to Boost Intercity Train Travel

The first phase of the express passenger rail service, costing more than $1 billion, will connect the region’s main Central Business Districts of Miami, Fort Lauderdale, and West Palm Beach, while Phase 2 will connect Orlando.

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Articles•Cover Story•by Alex Roman•June 12, 2017

2017 Rail Project Focus: Detroit, Phoenix, and Seattle

An in-depth look at the recently completed QLine streetcar in Detroit, as well as rapid expansions and community support for Ariz.’s Valley Metro Rail and Seattle’s Sound Transit, where both agencies are spearheading aggressive plans to grow their rail systems.

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