This upgrade includes the latest version of Vontas’ CAD/AVL software, reporting capabilities, and more.
The board-approved contract authorizes the agency to secure the required stock of cards, which will become the NJ TRANSIT fare cards during a later phase of the modernization.
As part of the Phase One $9.2 million contract award to Parsons Transportation Group, they will utilize a team consisting of the world renowned Grimshaw Architects alongside a strong transit-focused consultant firm, Steer Group, to lead the Newark Penn Station Master Planning and Design portion.
The company recognized the need to expand the location based on market demand and fast-tracked the build-out.
Support ranged from a high of 71% in New York to a low of 60% in Virginia.
Prior to joining the MBTA last year, Levy served as chief marking officer for the Massachusetts Port Authority, where she headed up a 10-person department at the $800 million agency.
The move will deliver benefits to riders significantly faster and allow T crews to undertake multiple projects at the same time as opposed to performing projects one after the other.
Today’s streetcars will be able to minimize or eliminate some of the traditional power elements, thanks to the improved technology.
The agency’s existing software will also be upgraded to Conduent’s ATLAS ticketing system, which will further enhance security.
In addition to accessibility upgrades, the project improved station and platform lighting, installed new security cameras, and provided new CTA Bus and Train Tracker displays.
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