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ArticlesApril 18, 2012

Inventory Management: Building a Transit Supply Chain Network

The business case for building a new materials supply chain is strengthened by the clear cost savings derived by adopting unified sourcing, delivery and storage techniques.

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Newsby StaffApril 17, 2012

GO Transit to deploy INIT fleet management system

Includes an intermodal CAD/AVL system, on-board mobile data terminals, automatic passenger counting technology, next stop announcements, in-vehicle variable message signs, real-time vehicle diagnostics; and interfaces to existing destination signs; bike rack sensors, and wheelchair lift sensors.

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Newsby StaffMarch 28, 2012

CN sells rail line segments to Canada's Metrolinx

GO Transit's Richmond Hill commuter rail service operates over a portion of CN's Bala Subdivision. Metrolinx is acquiring a segment of the subdivision as well as a segment of CN's Oakville Subdivision.

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ArticlesFebruary 23, 2012

Inventory Management: How Stock-Out Risks Drive Inefficient Transit Parts Programs

Overstocking to ensure rush hour demands are met leads to higher upfront overhead costs and increases obsolete inventory when fleets are retired.

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Newsby StaffDecember 20, 2011

Toronto's Metrolinx to add 6 DMUs

The contract price is $22 million for six DMUs and will be for the middle flat-nosed "C-Car", which connects both ends of the slanted nose "A-Cars."

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Newsby StaffJuly 28, 2011

Westcode tapped for Metrolinx HVAC systems

The up to 36 systems — 24 in base order — will feature state-of-the-art microprocessor controls and be designed and manufactured at Westcode's West Chester, Pa facility.

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Newsby StaffJune 17, 2011

New Flyer signs 3-year agreement with Canada's Metrolinx

Under this program, participating agencies located in the Province of Ontario can acquire new buses with additional provincial financial support.

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Newsby StaffApril 1, 2011

Metrolinx taps Sumitomo for DMUs

The vehicles are scheduled for delivery in 2014 and will be the first vehicle delivery to Canada for the Sumitomo Corp. of America/ Nippon Sharyo team.

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Newsby StaffMarch 15, 2011

Bombardier to equip GO Transit

Will supply of 50 Bombardier BiLevel commuter rail cars for approximately $128 million.

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Newsby StaffJanuary 27, 2011

GO Transit approved for phased electrification of rail corridors

The year-long study recently completed by Metrolinx revealed important transportation benefits associated with electrification, and these benefits would increase over time and as service levels increase. These benefits include shorter travel times for riders and lower operating costs.

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