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Newsby StaffDecember 16, 2009

FTA approves Houston LRT project advancement

The University line is projected to generate 49,000 boardings per day by the year 2030 and will provide a connected network serving Houstonians commuting from east, west and southwest to the city's principal destinations and activity centers.

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Newsby StaffSeptember 3, 2009

Daimler Buses' Orion VII hits 3,000 mark

Houston Metro is placing an additional order for 80 Orion VII diesel-electric hybrid buses for 2010 delivery. This compliments its existing fleet of 56 Orion VII hybrids, which were delivered in 2008, and the 40 units that will be delivered in 2009.

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Newsby StaffAugust 25, 2009

Houston Metro launches service, changes

With only five stops, the SwiftLine enables patrons to enjoy a short trip - approximately less than 20 minutes - aboard a state-of-the-art hybrid bus.

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Newsby StaffAugust 18, 2009

Houston Metro receives FTA approval on LR lines

The overall project is expected to generate 60,000 direct and indirect jobs.

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Newsby StaffJuly 27, 2009

Veolia wins Houston light rail project contract

Once revenue service begins, Veolia Transportation will be responsible for all aspects of the new light rail network for an initial period of five years which can be extended up to 35 years.

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Newsby StaffJuly 14, 2009

Houston Metro breaks ground on light rail lines

Projects are expected to spur economic growth in the community by creating 60,000 direct and indirect jobs under the full $1.46 billion contract.

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Newsby StaffApril 27, 2009

Parsons signs Houston light rail contract

Construction contract, valued at $1.46 billion, is projected to generate approximately 60,000 direct and indirect jobs before the four light rail lines, approximately 20 miles, are completed.

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Newsby StaffMarch 31, 2009

SyberWorks equips Houston with learning system

Since 1995, the company has developed and delivered unique and economical solutions to create, manage, measure, and improve e-Learning programs at companies and organizations in the U.S., Canada, Europe and other countries.

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Newsby StaffMarch 5, 2009

Houston METRO to add 20 miles of light rail

The initial phase of the contract calls for spending $632 million and is expected to create 25,000 jobs, including a combined $90 million in utility work on the North and Southeast Corridors and $390 million in total costs for the East End Corridor.

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Newsby StaffJanuary 21, 2009

Houston officer rescues woman from oncoming D.C. train

Due to his quick actions, the 68-year-old Nashville, Tenn. woman was not seriously injured.

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