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Management•by Staff•July 30, 2003

Report: Public transit boosts Canadian economy

Without additional investment in transit, the average commute in the Greater Toronto Area could be 50% longer by 2021.

Management•by Staff•July 29, 2003

U.S. DOT submits Amtrak reform proposal to Congress

Under the plan, states would ultimately be free to choose the train operations provider of their choice -- whether a private company or a public transit agency.

Management•by Staff•July 28, 2003

WMATA unveils vehicle decontamination program

Metro has enough decontamination units to treat its full fleet of approximately 900 rail cars and 1,400 buses.

Management•by Staff•July 25, 2003

U.S. DOT conducts ITS tests in Washington, Utah

Tests are being conducted to expedite emergency services such as ambulances and medical personnel by improving electronic communication between public safety and transportation agencies.

Management•by Staff•July 24, 2003

ABA tells Congress of industry challenges

Congress was urged to insure fairness in competition and to level the playing field in addition to making small, targeted investments in the industry.

Management•by Staff•July 23, 2003

Cubic signs Australian contract for $95 million

The new system, the first of its kind in the region, will link most urban rail, bus and ferry services in South East Queensland, Australia.

Management•by Staff•July 23, 2003

Valley Metro light rail approved for final design

FTA approval for the final design keeps the Phoenix project on schedule to begin construction by this time next year and open in late 2006.

Management•by Staff•July 22, 2003

Dallas airport links terminals with SkyLink

The new $2.6 billion SkyLink automated peoplemover system is scheduled to open in 2005.

Management•by Staff•July 21, 2003

Canada releases advanced technology vehicle report

Transport Canada's advanced technology fleet currently includes 86 vehicles, which use technology such as hybrid power trains, batteries, low carbon fuels, advanced gasoline and diesel engines.

Bus•by Staff•July 18, 2003

RAPID bus service begins in Phoenix

The buses serve two of the region's busiest commuter corridors.

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