TWU on strike amid SEPTA contract dispute

The Transport Workers Union (TWU) Local 234 has about 5,000 workers on strike today following the expiration of the union’s contract with Southeastern Pennsylvania Transportation Authority (SEPTA), a regional public transportation authority serving the greater Philadelphia area, at 12:01 a.m.  

San Diego to add 45 Siemens light-rail vehicles to rail system

The San Diego Metropolitan Transit System (SDMTS) has ordered 45 new S70 light-rail vehicles (LRVs) from Siemens for use along its rail system.

TSB raises new concerns in Watchlist 2016

The Transportation Safety Board of Canada (TSB) has released this year’s safety Watchlist and announced efforts to include government and industry leaders in conversations and efforts to enhance the safety of Canada’s transportation network.

WMATA to propose ‘reality check’ budget for FY18

Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority (WMATA) officials say they plan to present a stringent budget recommendation to the board’s Finance Committee at its Nov. 3 meeting.

USDOT seeks applications for $850 million in FASTLANE grants

The U.S. Department of Transportation’s (USDOT) Build America Bureau is urging applicants to submit proposals for as much as $850 million in Fostering Advancements in Shipping and Transportation for the Long-term Achievement of National Efficiencies (FASTLANE) grants.

Metra completes Pullman Station rehab

Metra, a commuter rail service for the Chicago suburbs, has completed renovations to its 111th Street/Pullman Station, located in the city’s historic Pullman neighborhood.

CTC allocates $244 million to 71 projects statewide

The California Transportation Commission (CTC) has committed $244 million in funding to 71 projects set to enhance the state’s passenger rail service, bridges and highways and further develop the area’s active transportation offerings.

Greenbriar Equity acquires Frauscher Sensor Technology

New York-based private equity firm Greenbriar Equity Group LLC has acquired Frauscher Sensor Technology, a global supplier of train tracking solutions for the railway signaling industry.

American TieTek, LT Resources host Rep. Gohmert for tour, rail discussion

Representatives from American TieTek LLC, LT Resources, Inc., and other rail industry stakeholders met with U.S. Rep. Louie Gohmert (R-TX-1) on Oct. 12 to give him a tour of American TieTek’s manufacturing facility and discuss LT Resources’ products as well as recent industry concerns.

Galloway to lead transit and rail planning at WSP | Parsons Brinckerhoff

WSP | Parsons Brinckerhoff (WSP) has appointed Drew Galloway as vice president, transit and rail planning.

STB adopts final arbitration rules

The Surface Transportation Board (STB) today announced its adoption of final rules to revise its arbitration methods in compliance with the requirements outlined in the Surface Transportation Board Reauthorization Act of 2015, P.L. 114-110 (2015) (Act).

Gross & Janes names Behan president

Gross & Janes Co. has appointed Bill Behan as the company’s new president, with Mike Pourney acting as CEO and overseeing strategic planning.

HNTB names Zlatanic chair, national tunnel practice

HNTB Corporation has appointed Sanja Zlatanic as chair, national tunnel practice.

CHA Consulting names Hensley executive of new Transportation Group

CHA Consulting, Inc. (CHA) has announced that John Hensley will be its new Transportation Group executive.

Port of Long Beach taps interim CEO with heavy rail experience

The Long Beach Board of Harbor Commissioners has announced the appointment of Duane Kenagy, P.E., as the Port of Long Beach’s interim CEO.

WSP | Parsons Brinckerhoff names four to leadership positions

WSP | Parsons Brinckerhoff (WSP), a global engineering and professional services organization, has announced four new appointments within the company.

Michael Baker picks Sepulveda to lead rail practice in West Region

Michael Baker International (MBI) has appointed Don Sepulveda, P.E., as vice president and rail and transit practice lead in the West Region.

Transit funding

Hill International awarded Sound Transit project management contract extension

Hill International, an American construction consulting firm, has received a contract extension from Sound Transit for design-build project management services during the upcoming phase of the E360 Segment of the Seattle, Washington-based East Link Light Rail extension project.

Omega Industries awards scholarships to two new students

Two students are enrolled at Washington State University’s Vancouver Campus this fall with scholarship aid from the Vancouver-based Omega Industries, Inc. 

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