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The new agreement among USRC, Amtrak, and the Federal Railroad Administration will expedite restoration efforts, enhance security, and stimulate new economic development.
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Jannet Walker-Ford, senior VP, national transit and rail market leader for WSP USA, discussed ridership and more with METRO.
Read More →Since new law lifted ban on eating and drinking in MARTA rail and intermodal stations, the agency has experienced increased incidences of patrons eating and drinking on its vehicles.
Read More →The X Train is the first luxury train to connect Southern California to Las Vegas in over 20 years.
Read More →The app called “KC Streetcar - Open For Business,” gives users points if they "check in" or make purchases at participating restaurants and retailers. The more points you get, the better your chances to win prizes, including a grand prize of $5,000.
Read More →In support of Mayor David Miller’s Community Safety Plan, the TTC human resources department developed an outreach and recruitment plan whereby job opportunities were specifically allocated for youth in the priority neighborhoods.
Read More →Across the rail system, overall serious personal and property crimes decreased 24% in 2014. Robberies on the rail system decreased 26% in 2014 to 210 and have declined each year since 2011. Robberies on trains fell 23% and 28% at stations and platforms. Thefts decreased across the rail system, with the number of incidents down 31% on trains and down 12% on platforms and at stations.
Read More →Will develop, test and commission a new PTC system for the MTA Metro-North Railroad and MTA Long Island Rail Road (LIRR) commuter lines.
Read More →As prime contractor, Parsons will work with Metra to install an Interoperable Electronic Train Management System that will be interoperable with 12 railroads, integrating the complex system of locomotive‑mounted Global Positioning System devices, radios, trackside antennas and computers.
Read More →Lawyer for ex-BART cop wants gag order lifted. Illinois labor leader possibly tapped to head FRA. Cell phones to use bus-tracking capabilities.
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