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Newsby StaffJanuary 3, 2019

MBTA orders 200 electric-hybrid systems from BAE Systems

The company is delivering its Series-ER system with a higher capacity battery to help Massachusetts reduce emissions and noise pollution on its transit bus routes.

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Newsby StaffDecember 19, 2018

MBTA, CRRC roll out first pair of Orange Line railcars

Features crash-energy management, LCD monitors for customer information, and wireless train-to-wayside communications.

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Newsby StaffDecember 11, 2018

MBTA GM leaving post after 15 months

MBTA Fiscal and Management Control Board Vice Chair Steve Poftak will succeed Luis Ramirez as the new GM.

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ArticlesNovember 16, 2018

The 'Genius' Idea for Improving Rail Signaling Accuracy

Ultra-Wideband can provide five-centimeter accuracy location for all cars in the tunnels with very low cost to deploy.  

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Newsby StaffNovember 14, 2018

MassDOT issues RFP for transit action plan

The Lynn, Massachusetts study is anticipated to begin early next year and will include opportunities to create and improve access to transit locations and more.

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Newsby StaffNovember 7, 2018

MBTA launches rebranded corporate pass program

The agency also launched a rebranded and easier-to-navigate program website.

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Newsby StaffOctober 18, 2018

Senator visits Midwest Bus Corp., lauds job creation

Due to the size of a 155-bus order from MBTA, dozens of new jobs have been created by the company.

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Newsby StaffOctober 16, 2018

Mass. BRT pilot combines design, art to launch improved experience

Featuring the work of five local artists along the corridor, the pilot aims to bring more efficient and reliable service.

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Newsby StaffOctober 8, 2018

Top Public Transit Leaders Honored by APTA at Nashville Event

Thomas C. Lambert, president/CEO, of Houston Metro received the 2018 Outstanding Public Transportation Manager Award.

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Newsby StaffOctober 4, 2018

MBTA awards signal upgrade contract for Red, Orange rail lines

Including signal upgrades, the MBTA is investing nearly $2 billion in both lines as part of the Red Line/Orange Line Infrastructure Improvement Program.

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