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Managementby StaffJune 20, 2013

L.A. Metro, Metrolink launch 'smart' fare tickets

The new TAP tickets, which are embedded with a “smart chip” and antenna, allow Metrolink passengers to easily access Metro gates with a quick tap of their ticket at all turnstiles.

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Managementby StaffJune 20, 2013

Report: 67,000 U.S. bridges 'structurally deficient'

Nearly 8,000 bridges are both structurally deficient and “fracture critical,” meaning they are designed with no redundancy in their key structural components, so that if one fails the bridge could collapse.

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Managementby StaffJune 20, 2013

Lextran board approves GE site purchase

The 13.69 acre tract of property, which will be used to construct a new facility, is contingent upon approval from the FTA and the completion of the 90-day due diligence period.

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Busby StaffJune 20, 2013

King County Metro purchase all-electric New Flyers

Federal and Metro capital funds will be used to purchase the buses, with the first prototype expected to arrive in 2014. Riders can expect to see new coaches hit the streets in 2015.

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Managementby StaffJune 20, 2013

Omnitrans taps interim CEO/GM

Scott Graham will step in to replace Milo Victoria who resigned earlier this month.

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Managementby StaffJune 20, 2013

FRA launches rail crossing safety app

The 'Rail Crossing Locator' works by prompting users to enter a specific location, which then allows them to locate highway-rail grade crossings in their area and retrieve important information

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Railby StaffJune 20, 2013

Bombardier, Deutsche Bahn sign electric locomotive contract

The total potential contract value is up to $2 billion and includes options for the call-off of up to 450 locomotives by the year 2020.

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Motorcoachby StaffJune 20, 2013

MCI launches 'ReliaDrive' guarantee

If MCI should fail to meet any of the reliability standards set, the next service will include a free oil change.

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Busby StaffJune 20, 2013

El Paso, Texas transit unveils first BRT segment

The 8.6-mile segment in the new Brio Rapid Transit System will provide service to local universities, medical centers, and downtown cultural attractions. The FTA provided approximately $13.5 million toward the $27.1 million project for the first segment.

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Managementby StaffJune 17, 2013

Foothill Transit awards management contract to Veolia

Agency will not change its current operations contracts in place at two other maintenance facilities. Contract begins in July.

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