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SEARCHIn September, a railcar procurement with CAF, a Spanish manufacturer, was terminated because Metro's contract was in conflict with Buy America rules.
Houston Metro's board of directors voted last week to appropriate funds necessary to purchase 19 Siemens light railcars. The first car could be delivered as early as October of 2012, a full year earlier than expected.
Currently, Metro rail ridership is at capacity during rush hour. To date more than 75 million boardings have been recorded, which puts the system four years ahead of schedule, according to Metro.
In September, a railcar procurement with CAF, a Spanish manufacturer, was terminated because Metro's contract was in conflict with Buy America rules. Since then Metro has worked closely with the FTA to make sure it is in line with procurement requirements. This purchase will help get the agency back on track for improving rail service in Houston.
The region’s fixed-route system finished out the year with a total of 373.5 million rides. Adding 12.3 million rides over 2024 represents an increase that is equal to the annual transit ridership of Kansas City.
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The agency ranked top five among mid-sized U.S. transit systems, defined as agencies with 15 million to 50 million annual trips.
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The subway system saw increases across all key metrics, with 62% of subway riders reporting they feel satisfied with the system overall.
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The new contract for Keolis and VRE will commence in July 2026, with the potential to expand to 15 years.
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The priorities are outlined in the 2026 Board and CEO Initiatives and Action Plan, which serves as a roadmap to guide the agency’s work throughout the year and ensure continued progress and accountability on voter-approved transportation investments and essential mobility services.
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In this edition, we cover recent appointments and announcements at HDR, MCTS, and more, showcasing the individuals helping to shape the future of transportation.
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This final component of the 2 Line will cross Lake Washington and connect with the 1 Line at International District/Chinatown Station, creating a fully integrated regional light rail system.
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The agency’s selection aims to slash travel times from the San Fernando Valley to the Westside to under 20 minutes.
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Expected to enter service in 2029, these locomotives support the agency’s commitment to offer reliable and efficient rail transportation across South Florida.
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See how the agency’s transit project completed a Final Environmental Impact Statement within the federal two-year guideline.
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