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Railby StaffJune 3, 2009

Alstom unveils new locomotive prototype

The Prima II can operate on different national rail networks and offers operators the possibility of adjusting its configuration.

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Motorcoachby StaffJune 3, 2009

NTSB releases motorcoach safety recs

Recommendations come in wake of January 2008 Mexican Hat, Utah motorcoach accident.

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Paratransitby StaffJune 3, 2009

TTC debuts passes with security features

Starting in July, all passes sold by the TTC and its authorized agents will carry a custom-designed hologram that is unique to the TTC.

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Paratransitby StaffJune 3, 2009

T4 America: no new money without reform

James Corless, director of Transportation for America released a statement calling for a long-term fix to the problem.

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Railby StaffJune 2, 2009

Metrolinx to study electrification of GO Transit rail system

An external advisory committee made up of community representatives, including riders and independent technical experts, will be established to advise the transit agency on the Terms of Reference for the study.

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Busby StaffJune 1, 2009

S.F. Muni unveils solar-powered bus shelter

Will use third-generation organic-dye-based photovoltaic solar film to power lights and information systems.

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Busby StaffJune 1, 2009

DHS releases FEMA grant application guidance

The Transit Security Grant Program provides $150 million to hire transit law enforcement officers, mobile explosive detection screening teams, and anti-terrorism teams.

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Paratransitby StaffJune 1, 2009

Southern Calif. selects Innovative Paradigms

Paratransit planners will work with local stakeholders to bring public transit and social service agencies together to deliver enhanced transportation services.

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Managementby StaffMay 29, 2009

METRO Briefs

LaHood visits Spain's HSR system. Ottawa may ban strikes, lockouts. CATS ridership still high.

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Busby StaffMay 29, 2009

L.A. Metro board adopts FY10 budget

As mandated by Measure R, there will be no general Metro fare increase in FY10, and fares for seniors, students, the disabled and Medicare recipients will stay at current levels for five years.

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