• May 10, 2023
• Technology

NYMTA Transit Tech Lab Releases Results of Operational Efficiency, Human Capital Utilization Challenges

The New York Metropolitan Transportation Authority/Partnership for NYC Transit Tech Lab on May 9 reported the results of its Operational Efficiency and Human Capital Utilization challenges, in which 15 companies have been selected to collaborate with regional transit agencies and test technologies, such as AI (artificial intelligence), LiDAR and edge computing, to “mitigate service disruptions, automate operations and combat workforce shortages.”

• December 20, 2022
• Passenger

MTA Details Improvement Projects Along the 7 Line

Last week, the Metropolitan Transit Authority issued a press release that describes a series of improvements made on the 7 Line. The entire press release comprises the remainder of this article.

• March 25, 2022
• Rapid Transit/Light Rail

Richard Davey appointed president of New York City Transit

Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA) Chair and CEO Janno Lieber announced the appointment of former Massachusetts Secretary of Transportation Richard Davey as the next president of New York City Transit.

• March 17, 2022
• Supplier News

Chip Knowlton joins HDR as infrastructure consulting business transformation director

With more than 30 years advising industry leaders, Chip Knowlton has joined HDR as infrastructure consulting business transformation director.

• August 17, 2021
• Track Construction

MTA works to fortify Coney Island Yard complex to survive the worst of hurricanes

MTA New York City Transit announced service changes that will affect D train travelers in southern Brooklyn as the agency continues to fortify and enhance the Coney Island Yard complex.

• August 04, 2021
• Passenger

MTA announces major promotions in leadership ranks at New York City Transit

Acting MTA Chairman and CEO Janno Lieber recently announced his intention to appoint Craig Cipriano as the next Interim President of New York City Transit. Additionally, current Interim President Sarah Feinberg has promoted Demetrius Crichlow to serve as Senior Vice President of NYCT’s Department of Subways.

• March 27, 2020
• Passenger

New York City subway fire kills train operator

The operator of a New York City subway train in Manhattan was killed this morning as a result of a fire that broke out in one of the train cars, according to

• May 10, 2019
• News and Opinion

MTA Flushing Line implements Automatic Train Operation

The Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA) New York City Transit this week completed the implementation of “Automatic Train Operation,” a technology intended to enable faster, more reliable service, on the Flushing 7 Line

• November 26, 2018
• Safety

MTA elevator installation project moves forward

The Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA) New York City Transit (NY Transit) will later this week begin the next phase of a project to bring full accessibility to its Greenpoint Av G Subway

• September 26, 2018
• OFF Track Maintenance

Collins brings transportation construction management expertise to HNTB

James Collins joined HNTB Corporation’s transit/rail practice as a project director and vice president. Collins will be based in HNTB’s Empire State Building offices and will support the continued growth of the

• September 14, 2018
• Bridges/Tunnels

MTA plans additional bus route, ADA-compliant station to ease challenges of Canarsie Tunnel shutdown

Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA) New York City Transit has shared plans to launch a new, temporary bus service to Brooklyn’s Canarsie neighborhood as well as long-term improvements to the Canarsie-Rockaway Parkway subway

• July 30, 2018
• Ballast, Ties, Rail

NYCT to replace rail along delay-prone line

New York City Transit (NYCT) is undertaking a three-weekend rail replacement project along a portion of the N/W corridor in Queens.

• June 26, 2018
• OFF Track Maintenance

NYCT reopens Astoria Line stations following major renovations

The Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA) New York City Transit (NYCT) resumed service at its 30 Av and 36 Av stations on the Astoria Line following the completion of on-time repairs.

• June 25, 2018
• Uncategorized

NYCT reopens Clark Street Tube following Fix & Fortify efforts

Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA) New York City Transit (NYCT) has completed critical repairs and work to rebuild the Clark Street Tube beneath the East River on time and on budget.

• June 19, 2018
• Commuter/Regional

Elegudin to serve as first MTA accessibility chief

Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA) New York City Transit (NYCT) President Andy Byford has announced the selection of Alex Elegudin as the agency’s first systemwide accessibility chief. In this role, Elegudin will oversee