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Newsby StaffJune 28, 2024

Sound Transit Taps Site for New Light Rail Facility

When completed, OMF South will service about 144 light rail vehicles for train cleaning and repairs and include a 1.4 mile connecting track from the Federal Way Link Extension to the site.

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Newsby StaffJune 27, 2024

Amtrak, NJ TRANSIT Execute Joint Plan to Improve Reliability

According to a joint press release, the process will be a holistic effort focused on both Amtrak infrastructure and NJ TRANSIT equipment, including the pantograph system that connects to the catenary and draws power for the train.

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Newsby StaffJune 27, 2024

California High-Speed Rail Approves Contractor to Design of Track, Overhead Electrical Systems

After an extensive competitive procurement process, joint venture SYSTRA | TYPSA was awarded the contract with today’s board action.

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Newsby StaffJune 26, 2024

Amtrak, CSX Partner for Downeaster PTC Project

Scheduled to be completed in Spring 2026, PTC will support the Amtrak Downeaster service and freight trains traveling on this route.

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Newsby StaffJune 26, 2024

U.S. DOT Awards $1.8B in RAISE Grants

The announcement brings the total amount of RAISE grants to more than $7.2 billion for over 550 projects across the country.

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Newsby StaffJune 25, 2024

Amtrak, Partners Break Ground on New Vermont Station

Customers will no longer require steps to get on or off a train at Brattleboro Station, making for a more seamless and safer experience due to the new platform sitting four feet above the top of the rail.

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Newsby StaffJune 21, 2024

Denver RTD Brings Face-to-Face Assistance to Customers

The team is deployed to rail stations and bus stops during peak service times, major events, and service disruptions to provide on-site, real-time customer service.

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Newsby StaffJune 21, 2024

San Diego MTS Passes FY25 Operating Budget

During the budget process, MTS staff was informed that $284 million new State grant funding was being frozen indefinitely as the State continued to balance its budget.

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Newsby StaffJune 20, 2024

DART Extends President/CEO Lee's Contract

The decision reflects the board's confidence in Lee's leadership and the progress DART has made under her guidance since July 2021.

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Newsby Staff and News ReportsJune 20, 2024

Biz Briefs: Masabi, Vicinity, and More

The latest in supplier/transit partnerships.

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