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Newsby StaffJune 24, 2019

Keolis, partners launch Canada's ION light rail system

The contract, which was awarded in May 2014, is under a PPP and is Keolis’ first light rail operation in North America.

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Newsby StaffJune 21, 2019

San Francisco Transbay Corridor project lands $300M in CIG funding

In addition to the allocation announcement, FTA is also advancing the project into the Engineering phase.

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NewsJune 19, 2019

Sound Transit receives first of 152 new Siemens LRVs

The new vehicles are expected to more than triple Sound Transit’s current fleet size of 62 LRVs in service

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Newsby StaffJune 19, 2019

Sound Transit's Hilltop Tacoma Link extension places first rail set

Once the rail installation is complete, there is two-week test and inspection period to ensure the rails meet design specifications.

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VideosJune 19, 2019

Sound Transit's Hilltop Link Rail Welding

Crews on Sound Transit's Hilltop Tacoma Link Extension project installed the first 300-foot rail segments for the 2.4-mile extension through the Stadium District and Hilltop neighborhood. The new rails were placed on Stadium Way south of Division Street.

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NewsJune 18, 2019

WMATA to study 3 rail lines to address region's future needs

The first phase of the study will assess key issues and trends and document why improvements to the lines are necessary.

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NewsJune 18, 2019

New Bombardier assembly site for BART's 'Fleet of the Future'

The site will produce BART's "Fleet of the Future" railcars and create local jobs in the Bay Area over the next few years. 

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NewsJune 17, 2019

LA Metro parking-guidance tech helps commuters find parking

System uses sensors to monitor the status of each parking space in a parking lot or garage.

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Newsby StaffJune 14, 2019

MARTA moving ahead with historic transit expansion program

The program marks a major shift in the agency's approach to project delivery, with a commitment to seeking public-private partnerships.

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ArticlesJune 12, 2019

Determining Value of Tech for Rail Projects Key

Publisher James Blue discusses new technologies, including CBTC and the need for SWOT analysis. 

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