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Newsby StaffMarch 27, 2009

DCTA breaks ground on Hebron station

A-train project includes single-phase construction of 21 miles of regional rail, five rail stations, a bicycle/pedestrian trail, and a regional rail operations and maintenance facility.

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Newsby StaffMarch 10, 2009

AECOM wins rail contracts in India

Two contracts, which cover work on passenger railways serving the cities of Chennai and Kolkata, will leverage AECOM’s design as well as project and construction management services. AECOM will perform the work on both projects as a part of joint ventures.

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Newsby StaffFebruary 24, 2009

Rep. Shuster introduces bus, coach passenger safety legislation

New safety standards would be based on sound scientific research and crash test data and may include requirements for seat belts, improved window glazing, stronger roof construction, better fire suppression and protection, and improved emergency exits.

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Newsby StaffFebruary 19, 2009

Gannett Fleming wins SunLine facility contract

Plans for the new facility may include an expansion of its existing solar and renewable energy sources, using green construction materials.

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Newsby StaffFebruary 13, 2009

House, Senate strike stimulus accord

Washington Post reports that the final amount of spending for highway, bridge and rail construction projects may be $49.6 billion, which is higher than what was originally proposed by both the House and Senate.

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Newsby StaffFebruary 11, 2009

Hill International to manage L.A. Metro Gold Line

Will oversee implementation of design/build contract including design, construction and quality assurance/quality control.

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Newsby StaffJanuary 29, 2009

Stimulus bill passes House vote

Package includes $43 billion for transportation projects, including $30 billion for highway and bridge construction and repair and $12 billion for mass transit, including $7.5 billion to buy equipment such as buses or railcars.

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Newsby StaffJanuary 8, 2009

AECOM joint venture wins San Francisco Muni contract

Phase II construction is expected to begin during 2010 with service to the public starting during 2016.

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Newsby StaffDecember 2, 2008

S.F. subway project receives final clearance

The $1.3 billion Central Subway project has been favorably evaluated by the FTA as a "New Starts" project and is receiving federal funding from Congress. Construction is expected to begin in 2010, with service to the public starting in 2016.

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Newsby StaffNovember 17, 2008

DCTA selects LAN for A-Train project

Firm will be responsible for program administration, design constructability reviews, project controls, procurement support, public relations/communications, construction management and systems integration.

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