Categories: Rail, Technology

The board approval is another step toward fulfilling the contract agreement with Siemens Mobility for the total purchase of 60 Siemens Model S200 railcars,...

https://www.metro-magazine.com/10247795/cleveland-rta-to-order-6-more-siemens-railcars

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GCRTA Receives NOACA Funding to Acquire New Transit Vehicles
Cleveland Celebrating Transit Agency's 50th Year
Metro-North Railroad to Operate Battery-, Electric-Powered Locomotives
NY MTA Set for Record-Breaking Progress in 2025
Biz Briefs: Alstom to Supply R211 Components and More

Categories: Rail, Security and Safety

The new agreement among USRC, Amtrak, and the Federal Railroad Administration will expedite restoration efforts, enhance security, and stimulate new...

https://www.metro-magazine.com/10247746/mtrak-usrc-agree-to-restore-federal-control-of-washington-union-station

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Amtrak Reaches Resolution of Legal Claims for Washington Union Station
Transportation Secretary Urges Amtrak, WMATA Leaders to Improve Transportation Safety in D.C.
Amtrak, VRE Trains Now Serving New Boarding Platform at Washington Union Station
Amtrak Secures Funding for 13 Key Infrastructure Projects
USDOT Assumes Control of New York Penn Station Overhaul

Categories: Rail, Security and Safety

The four rail safety grants support installing safety fencing, grade crossing upgrades, and a trespassing alert system.

https://www.metro-magazine.com/10247744/florida-lands-42m-in-fed-funding-for-rail-safety-improvements

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USDOT Advances Funding on $3.2B in Infrastructure Projects
11 States receive Funding from Operation Lifesaver
Feds Announce Over $1.1 Billion in New Rail Grants
USDOT Approves an Additional $607M in Funding
Feds Cancel $60M in Grants for Texas High-Speed Rail Project

Categories: Management, Rail

The new stations connect even more communities from Pomona to Long Beach in time for major upcoming LA events, including the 2028 Olympic and Paralympic Games.

https://www.metro-magazine.com/10247661/la-metro-a-line-extension-boosts-connections-across-the-county

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L.A.'s Foothill Gold Line is Substantially Complete
LA Metro Officials Report Ridership Holding Strong
Metrolink Expands Smart Crossing Technology to LA County
LA Metro Unveils LAX Transit Center, Advancing Vision for Olympic-Ready Transit Network
2024 Ridership on LA Metro Hits 311M

Categories: Bus, Management, Rail

METRO's People Movement covers the latest personnel moves in the public transit, motorcoach, and people mobility industries.

https://www.metro-magazine.com/10247601/people-movement-the-latest-from-marta-nctd-and-more

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California's NCTD Adds Jeff Hiott to Management Team
TriMet Taps STV to Enhance Security, Transit Mobility in Portland  
TriMet NEXT Brings Transit On-Demand in Oregon
NCTD Brings Bus Operations In-House for First Time in 50 Years
Survey, Open Houses to Guide TriMet Service Reductions

Categories: Bus, Management, Rail

In addition, the association also named its outstanding public transit systems, partnerships, and individual awards for 2025.

https://www.metro-magazine.com/10242829/frank-di-giacomo-named-to-aptas-hall-of-fame

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APTA Releases 2025 Public Transportation Vehicle Database
APTA Calls on Congress, Administration to Boost Public Transit Investment
New APTA Data Shows Public Transportation Drives Economic Growth
APTA Announces the 2025 Rail Safety, Security and Emergency Management Winners
APTA Names Bus Safety, Security Excellence Award Winners

Categories: Bus, Management, Rail, Zero Emissions

Discover how fleet electrification can unlock long-term savings, boost your brand’s sustainability image, and future-proof your operations—all while...

https://www.metro-magazine.com/zero-emissions/10245850/uncovering-the-hidden-complexities-of-fleet-electrification-1

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The Modular Route to Electrification Reduces Risk
Propane Autogas Makes the Case for Clean, Cost-Effective Fleet Operations
Smarter Strategies for Transit Fleet Electrification
BetterFleet CEO Talks Toronto Partnership, Bus Charging, and More
Consultant Q&A: Project Delivery, Tech, and More with STV's Díaz González

Categories: Bus, Management, Rail

If approved, the move would shift up to $106.7 million in capital funds and allow PRT to use the money to plug a projected $100 million operating budget...

https://www.metro-magazine.com/10247245/pittsburgh-requests-ok-to-tap-capital-funds-to-avoid-service-cuts-fare-increases

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Pittsburgh's Board Passes FY2026 Budgets, Preventing Service Cuts
Pittsburgh Looks to Raise Fares, Cut Service Due to Budget Constraints
Pennsylvania Transit Agencies Approve Contingency Budgets Amid State Funding Uncertainty
SEPTA Delays Bus Purchase, Accessibility Upgrades to Transfer Funds to Operating Budget
Pittsburgh Regional Transit Faces Proposed Cuts, Releases Final Public Comment Report

Categories: Management, Rail, Technology

As Caltrain approaches the first anniversary of the launch of electric service, the agency continues to show strong ridership growth.

https://www.metro-magazine.com/10247218/californias-caltrain-hits-1m-plus-riders-for-3rd-month-in-a-row

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First Month of Electrified Caltrain Service Sees 750K Riders
Caltrain Celebrates First Anniversary of Electrified Service with Record Ridership
California Poll Shows Strong Regional Approval for Caltrain
Caltrain’s Electric Fleet More Efficient than Expected
Caltrain's Electric Trains Now Earn Money While Powering the Grid

Categories: Rail

The agreement paves the way for expanded construction, job creation, and future public-private partnerships statewide.

https://www.metro-magazine.com/10247216/legislation-on-cap-and-invest-provides-forward-momentum-for-californias-high-spe

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CHSRA Issues Forceful Rebuttal to FRA’s Proposed Funding Termination
California High-Speed Rail Breaks Ground on Grade Separation Project
FRA Report Finds California High-Speed Rail Project in Default of Federal Grant Terms
FRA Pulls More Funding from California High-Speed Rail Amid Progress and Dispute
California Envisions a Zero-Emission Connected Rail Network By 2050