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NewsSeptember 16, 2020

NTSB Reiterates Call for Inward-Facing Cameras in Locomotives

The renewed call comes after the board completed its investigation into the Aug. 12, 2019, train collision and derailment near Carey, Ohio.

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NewsSeptember 16, 2020

70 Projects Land $1B in BUILD Grants

The program selection criteria encompassed safety, economic competitiveness, quality of life, state of good repair, environmental sustainability, innovation, and partnerships with a broad range of stakeholders.

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NewsSeptember 16, 2020

Alstom Signs Definitive Agreement for Sale of Bombardier’s Transportation Business

Following positive progress on antitrust regulation process, the closing of the transaction is now expected for Q1 2021, subject to regulatory approvals and customary closing conditions, with an extraordinary shareholders’ meeting to be held in October.

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NewsSeptember 8, 2020

NJ TRANSIT Piloting PPE Vending Machines

Face masks will be sold in several configurations, with a single three-ply disposable costing $1 and a 10-pack of KN95 masks selling for $25. Reusable fashion masks will also be sold.

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NewsSeptember 4, 2020

Metrolink Tier 4 Locomotive Project Receives Environmental Certification

“Tier 4” is the most stringent designation from the EPA for engines to dramatically reduce emissions.

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NewsSeptember 4, 2020

Comfort to Release New Children's Book

“Public Transportation – From the Tom Thumb Railroad to Hyperloop and Beyond,” written by transit industry leader and podcast host Paul Comfort and illustrated by Sudeep KP is being released Oct. 1.

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NewsSeptember 4, 2020

VRE Names Dalton as Its Permanent CEO

In hiring Dalton, the Northern Virginia Transportation Commission and Potomac and Rappahannock Transportation Commission affirmed the recommendation of the VRE Operations Board.

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NewsSeptember 2, 2020

NJ TRANSIT Adding 8 More Bombardier Locomotives

The new dual-power locomotives will meet current EPA Tier IV requirements, reducing emissions when operating in diesel mode and running emission-free when operating in electric mode.

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NewsSeptember 1, 2020

Redflex Begins Major Upgrade of LA Metro's Automated Enforcement Systems

Under the contract, the company will upgrade and maintain the camera systems and host the back-office solution for violations processing, customer service, and court support.

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NewsAugust 28, 2020

New FRA Rule Uses Tech to Improve Track Safety

The regulatory reform allows rail testing vehicles to move without stopping along the track, potentially decreasing passenger and freight train delays associated with routine inspections.

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