MBTA Unveils First Systemwide Climate Resilience Roadmap

The plan outlines strategies to protect transit infrastructure from extreme weather, prioritize critical investments, and improve system reliability as climate risks intensify.

D.C. Metro to overhaul Blue and Orange rail lines

The six-year, $272.7 million comprehensive infrastructure and rehabilitation contract would rehabilitate 27 miles of track and 23 Metrorail stations. The design work is expected to begin next month.

Calif. transit district prepares for rail safety project

North County Transit District’s computer-based safety project would help prevent disasters such as train collisions. The technology requires the use of fiber optic cable and other infrastructure.

Chicago's Pace Unveils New ADA Transfer Facility

The multi-million-dollar project, funded predominantly through the State of Illinois’ Rebuild Illinois program, represents a significant investment in suburban transit infrastructure and accessibility.

Senators unveil transportation reauthorization bill framework

The legislation, “Moving Ahead for Progress in the 21st Century, MAP-21,” funds programs at current levels and accommodates for inflation, providing $339.2 billion over six years and averaging $56.5 billion annually. Highlights include eliminating earmarks, consolidating programs, expediting project delivery and expanding the Transportation Innovation and Finance Act program.

SF State students look to increase bicycle usage

Following a survey of students at the university, the classes report recommended new bikeways to make students’ commutes safer, as well as providing more secure and convenient bike parking.

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D.C. Metro unveils track geometry vehicle

The specialized railcar, custom-built by Ensco, is equipped with advanced technology that analyzes the condition of rail and track infrastructure and alerts Metro to potential defects.

HNTB's Kyle Keahey to lead Texas Urban Rail Program

Currently VP, transit sector market leader, for HNTB’s Central Division, he has managed projects that have led to more than $6 billion in infrastructure investments.