Union Pacific to invest $2.5 million over two key projects in Wisconsin rail maintenance
Union Pacific is planning a $2.5 million infrastructure investment in Wisconsin this year as a part of its $3.1 billion 2017 capital program.
BART budget looks toward future
In effort to control expenses in the face of a three-percent decline in ridership, the Bay Area Rapid Transit (BART) Board of Directors approved a $1.92 billion budget for Fiscal Year 2018.
LACMTA Board approves first Measure M-funded rail project
The Los Angeles County Metropolitan Transportation Authority (LACMTA) Board has approved the first rail project to be funded through Measure M; a voter-approved half-cent sales tax.
Valley Metro taps Kiewit as South Central Extension construction manager
Kiewit was unanimously voted as the construction manager at-risk for the South Central Light Rail Extension by the Valley Metro Rail Board.
Calgary Transit upcycles retired car into inspection vehicle
Calgary Transit has transformed one of its retired CTrain cars into an inspection vehicle to gather information on the system’s rails, tracks and overhead cables.
Skanska selected to perform $150 million in station improvements for NYCT
New York City Transit selected Skanska to renovate four subway stations. The contract for the Queens stations is worth $150 million.
California, New York state legislation looks to bolster transit funding
Two pieces of legislation, one introduced in California and the other in New York, aim to support transit funding for Caltrain and the Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA).
Union Pacific releases $5.1 million Washington infrastructure investment plan
As a part of its $3.1 billion 2017 capital program, Union Pacific says plans to invest $5.1 million in its Washington rail infrastructure.
Md. pols propose D.C. Metro restructure
Maryland Democrats are proposing a restructuring of the Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority (WMATA) that would also include dedicated funding for the transit operator.
Federal court hands Purple Line legal win
A legal victory could help get Maryland’s Purple Line light rail project back on track after a federal judge dismissed environmental claims in a lawsuit that has blocked the project since August 2016.
SLSI uses interactive training to encourage safety
The Short Line Safety Institute (SLSI) has taken educational training on the road. Using presentations and interactive workshops, SLSI has presented its Ten Core Elements of Safety Culture to more than 90 participants this spring.
Gov. Cuomo aims to give state majority control of MTA Board
New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo advanced legislation that would give the state majority control of the Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA), citing the transit agency’s “state of crisis.”
First phase of Penn Station modernization opens
An expanded West End Concourse, the first phase of the modernization and transformation of New York Penn Station, is open.
Massachusetts senator takes whistle-stop tour to rally support for HSR
A state senator from Massachusetts is tapping into a mode of public communication not seen since last century: The whistle-stop tour (but by car).
Valley Metro joins educational partnership to help keep riders cool
Valley Metro Rail is partnering with The Refrigeration School, Inc., (RSI) to create a “first-of-its-kind” customized training program specifically designed around the niche HVAC equipment utilized on Valley Metro light-rail vehicles.
FTA: Get those SSOs in!
The Federal Transit Administration (FTA) has notified the 30 U.S. states where rail transit systems operate that federal law requires they establish an FTA-certified State Safety Oversight (SSO) Program by April 15, 2019, otherwise they risk losing funds.
Canada commits US$825M to Ottawa LRT Stage 2
Ottawa’s expansion of its light-rail system received a CA$1.09-billion (US$825-million) funding commitment from the Canadian government on June 16, 2017.
Deal struck for redeveloped Penn-Farley Complex
A financial agreement has been reached between all partners involved in the Pennsylvania Station-Farley Complex redevelopment project to transform New York City’s James A Farley Post Office into a world-class transportation hub.
MTA reopens two rehabilitated Brooklyn stations, continues Capital Program improvements
After a months-long closure for rehabilitation, two 100-year-old subway stations on the Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA) 3 line in Brooklyn reopened for service June 19.
WSP USA promotes Arens
WSP USA, formerly WSP | Parsons Brinckerhoff, has promoted Barbara Arens to Central Region Business Manager, Transportation and Infrastructure Sector.