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Newsby StaffNovember 15, 2017

Amtrak continues next phase of Penn Station infrastructure work

The railroad is working with NJ TRANSIT and Long Island Rail Road on an overall service plan that minimizes the impact to all New York Penn Station customers to the greatest extent possible.

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Newsby StaffNovember 8, 2017

Commuter rail station named Colo. APWA 'Project of the Year'

It shares signature elements with other Eagle P3 commuter rail stations, such as its glass-and-steel elevator, but custom components make it unique among all other stations — such as its 24 by 14 foot pedestrian underpass.

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Newsby StaffNovember 6, 2017

Donnelly joins HNTB as senior project engineer

Donnelly’s 16-plus years of experience includes six years at Amtrak as a project manager.

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Newsby StaffNovember 3, 2017

NATCO releases city policy, design steps for autonomous vehicles

Considerations for cities to improve safety, prioritize people and public space, strengthen mass transit, and manage curb space for automated vehicles.

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Newsby StaffOctober 25, 2017

Egypt explores BYD monorail feasibility

The potential collaboration comes four years after Alexandria local authorities began exploring options to relieve their city of chronic traffic jams.

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Newsby StaffOctober 23, 2017

First-ever autonomous vehicles map showcases cities' driverless plans

AV programs are taking shape in 53 cities that represent nearly every continent. Of these 53, 35 cities including Austin, Washington, Paris, Helsinki and London are already piloting projects.

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Newsby StaffOctober 18, 2017

Nashville mayor unveils $5.2 billion transportation plan

It includes 26 miles of Nashville’s first-ever light rail system, four rapid bus routes, a dramatic increase in the service and frequency of the bus system, and a strategy of service and infrastructure improvements.

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Videosby StaffOctober 18, 2017

NY MTA Enhanced Station Initiative: 53 St. Station Opening

The new 53 street Station, completed under a design-build contract, includes countdown clocks, enhanced LED lighting, WiFi connectivity, new digital displays throughout the station, wayfinding floor tiles and new handrails.

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Videosby StaffOctober 18, 2017

Amtrak 'Ready to Build': Hudson Tunnel Project

Amtrak's Ready To Build campaign showcases five critical investments, including the Hudson Tunnel Project. Opened in 1910, the existing two-track North River Tunnel carries passengers between Manhattan and New Jersey.

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Newsby StaffOctober 9, 2017

Key considerations for electric bus fleet infrastructure

Air pollution in major cities from Los Angeles to New York, caused in part by fossil fuel-burning vehicles, is a growing issue of concern that many transit agencies and municipalities simply cannot ignore.

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