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ArticlesOctober 16, 2019

The Future of Rail Asset Management is Digital

To fully capitalize on the benefits of modern digital asset management, rail operations need to modernize their core IT platforms.

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From the Editor'sby Janna StarcicOctober 15, 2019

Transit can no longer ignore the benefits linked to offering free fares

Six years ago, Tallinn, the capital of Estonia, became “the world's first" to introduce free public transport for all its residents.

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Newsby StaffOctober 15, 2019

Passenger rail, bus service boosts real estate values, report finds

The report explored seven metropolitan regions, including Boston, Los Angeles, and Seattle, that provide access to heavy rail, light rail, commuter rail, and BRT.

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Newsby StaffOctober 15, 2019

N.Y.'s Transit Tech Lab looking to solve transportation challenges

With the first program proving to be so successful, other transportation providers including NJ TRANSIT and Amtrak are participating alongside the MTA this year.  

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ArticlesCover StoryOctober 15, 2019

TransLink uses sustained growth to bolster system

The agency was awarded the 2019 Outstanding Public Transportation System Achievement Award by APTA for the category representing the largest transportation systems.

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Newsby StaffOctober 14, 2019

Valley Link feasibility report approved by Calif. rail board

Phase 1 of the proposed rail service would cover 41 miles connecting the existing Dublin/Pleasanton BART Station to the proposed ACE North Lathrop Station.

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Newsby StaffOctober 9, 2019

N.Y. MTA report finds subway can speed up by as much as 50%

An agency task force initiated a study that would lead to faster trains while prioritizing customer and employee safety.

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Newsby StaffOctober 9, 2019

Metra's proposed 2020 budget includes $480M in capital spending

Funding will make major investments in locomotives and railcars, stations, bridges, and yards.

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Newsby StaffOctober 3, 2019

Chicago breaks ground on historic 'RPM' rail project

The groundbreaking is the latest project to modernize the Red Line — CTA’s busiest line that serves more than 30% of all rail customers.

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Newsby StaffOctober 2, 2019

MBTA to add 80 bi-level coaches for commuter rail

Will replace single-level coaches, address an immediate need for vehicles, and provide a more efficient way to add capacity.

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