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Newsby StaffFebruary 28, 2020

9 startups tapped to bring cutting-edge tech to MTA, other area agencies

More than 130 companies applied to be part of this year’s program, which focuses on three topics that were jointly chosen by the participating agencies.

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ArticlesFebruary 24, 2020

Tapping real estate assets to maximize monetization

Carmen Taveras, NJ Transit's first chief, real estate, economic development, and TOD, discusses implementing a strategic plan that maximizes the value and revenue of its real estate assets.

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Newsby StaffFebruary 19, 2020

NJ Transit makes major advancement of positive train control

The FRA has approved the agency to begin Revenue Service Demonstration of the safety technology.

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Newsby StaffJanuary 8, 2020

Amtrak, NJ Transit begin update of Penn Station ticket waiting area

Customers can expect new furniture and fixtures, including communal tables and seats with electrical and USB outlets.

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Newsby StaffDecember 30, 2019

Amtrak to continue infrastructure renewal program at NY Penn Station

This round of renewal work will not require any reductions or modifications in service for Amtrak and NJ TRANSIT trains.

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Newsby StaffNovember 26, 2019

NJ TRANSIT launches online performance dashboard

Contains industry-standard metrics for on-time performance, mechanical reliability and the causes for delays and cancellations.

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Newsby StaffNovember 21, 2019

NJ TRANSIT fills new chief of real estate post

Carmen Taveras has more than 20 years of diverse real estate experience managing real estate portfolios and land development.

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Newsby StaffOctober 29, 2019

NJ TRANSIT expands de-escalation training for frontline employees

Training will be more robust and help to reduce assaults on bus operators, conductors, police, and other personnel.

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Newsby StaffOctober 18, 2019

NJ TRANSIT awards $40M contract for 'Long Slip' rail project

When completed, the project will allow the agency to operate train service longer leading into, and recover more quickly from, storm events.

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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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