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Transit Dispatchesby Kyle ConnorDecember 20, 2017

4 Tech Speed Bumps to Avoid on the Road to Connected Transportation Systems

While physical assets and roadside infrastructure are a vital part of connected transportation systems, in many cities and states, it is the underlying technology network that is most lagging.

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Newsby StaffDecember 18, 2017

Brightline, Texas Central Railway projects get Fed approval to move ahead

The moves mark major milestones in the U.S. DOT’s efforts to accelerate environmental reviews and project delivery timelines for new infrastructure projects.

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Newsby StaffDecember 13, 2017

Chicago taps 3 firms to bid on first phase of rail line modernization project

The Walsh Fluor Design-Build Team, Chicago Rail Constructors, and the Kiewit Infrastructure Co. will submit design-build proposals for the project.

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Transit Dispatchesby Heather RedfernDecember 12, 2017

Enhancing Bus Service With a More ‘Direct’ Way to Travel

As part of an initiative to improve bus travel for riders in Philadelphia, SEPTA and the City’s Office of Transportation and Infrastructure have partnered on the Greater Philadelphia region’s first direct bus route, the “Boulevard Direct.”

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Newsby StaffDecember 7, 2017

President looks to states, localities to raise revenue for infrastructure

The approach now being contemplated is considered innovative by some infrastructure experts but also carries considerable political and economic risks for Trump, according to a Washington Post report.

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Newsby StaffDecember 6, 2017

Alstom, Iraqi goverment sign MOU to develop rail transport systems

These projects would significantly contribute to the development of the country’s urban infrastructure and national economy.

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Newsby StaffDecember 5, 2017

Tri Delta Transit switches bus fleet to renewable diesel

Neste MY Renewable Diesel is a drop-in alternative to petroleum diesel and is distributed via the same fuel infrastructure.

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Newsby StaffNovember 22, 2017

CTA budget proposes $23M in cuts, fare increases after $33M cut in state support

Upon adoption, the fare increase will generate $23 million for CTA operations, while the capital budget includes a new revenue stream from ride-hailing fees that will pay for projects that improve CTA infrastructure and service.

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Newsby StaffNovember 22, 2017

WSP USA names new sr. supervising engineer

In his new position, Benjamin Rodenbough will manage a variety of civil engineering projects involving transit and other transportation infrastructure.

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Newsby StaffNovember 21, 2017

Canada's TransLink places firm order for 106 New Flyer CNG buses

The order was supported by the Federal Gas Tax Fund, through which the Government of Canada provides funding for municipal infrastructure, including public transit. The funds are administered in B.C. by the Union of British Columbia Municipalities.

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