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Articlesby StaffMay 1, 2001

British rail feeling the pinch

The largest rail operator in the United Kingdom announced plans to cut costs by consolidating the management of three of its franchises, prompting complaints from the rail management union and passenger representatives.

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Newsby StaffApril 23, 2001

New FTA, FRA Administrators Tabbed

It was announced that President Bush will nominate Jenna Dorn as administrator of the Federal Transit Administration and Allan Rutter as administrator of the Federal Railroad Administration.

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Newsby StaffApril 5, 2001

NTSB Warns of Potential Brake Problem in Buses

The National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) is advising motorcoach operators to inspect all buses equipped with automatic slack adjusters manufactured by Haldex Brake Products for fractured or disconnected control arms.

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ArticlesApril 1, 2001

Airlines’ failure provides lesson for bus operators

I hate to fly. No, I’m not afraid of flying, but I hate the inconvenience of flight delays and cancellations, faulty baggage handling and lengthy waits on the tarmac because of overcrowded gates.

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Articlesby StaffApril 1, 2001

NTSB warns of potential brake problem

The National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) is advising motorcoach operators to inspect all buses equipped with automatic slack adjusters manufactured by Haldex Brake Products for fractured or disconnected control arms.

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Newsby StaffSeptember 25, 2000

European Ministers Discuss Oil Price Impact on Transport

European transport ministers met to discuss responses to the continent’s worst energy crisis since the 1970s, but refrained from a EU-wide response to fuel tax relief.

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Newsby StaffMarch 23, 2000

Public Not Pleased With Proposed FRA Rule

Designated quiet zones and the decibel level of train horns were topics raised at one of eight public hearings held by the Federal Railroad Association.

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Newsby StaffFebruary 3, 2000

Bangkok Awards Feeder Bus Franchise

The opening of the BTS Skytrain in December provided Bangkok commuters with a chance to use feeder bus services on 13 routes.

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