Mass Transit

Closure of Ohio River Bridge Highlights Need for Robust Investment in Infrastructure

State officials in Kentucky and Indiana are investigating whether they need to replace the bridge, which would cost upwards of $500 million, according to one estimate, which pales in comparison to what each state spends on bridge repair and...

Press Release • September 19th, 2011

URS Providing Design/Survey Services for Chicago to St. Louis High Speed Rail Line

These professional services will help make high speed rail a reality in Illinois by introducing 110 MPH service between these key metropolitan areas and providing transportation alternatives for the citizens of Illinois.

Press Release • September 14th, 2011

Ansaldo STS Publishes 130th Anniversary Commemorative Book

The book details the inspiring story of railroading history and the company’s humble beginnings in Pennsylvania, under the leadership of Westinghouse. The story follows the company through its failures and successes as it weathered the storms of...

Press Release • September 14th, 2011

U.S. Transportation Secretary LaHood Announces Nearly $20 Million for Rail Line Relocation Projects Across the U.S.

The U.S. Department of Transportation's Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) received 51 applications from across the country for the Rail Line Relocation and Improvement (RLR) grants, seeking more than $202 million.

Press Release • September 14th, 2011

DART survey shows DART Green Line makes trips easier

The Green Line survey performed in April 2011 reviewed service, safety and security, maintenance, operation, ridership trend, and communication. Results were compared with the 2010 system-wide customer satisfaction survey.

Press Release • September 14th, 2011

SFMTA Central Subway Moves Forward with Largest Construction Contract

The San Francisco Municipal Transportation Agency (SFMTA) today announced that the initial notice to proceed (NTP) authorization for the Central Subway's largest construction contract, $233.5 million, will be issued this week. Thus far, the project...

Press Release • September 14th, 2011

Railhead wins locomotive lighting bid for Class 1’s in North America

After an extensive study was concluded North American Class 1 railroads teamed together by putting forth a bid combining their purchasing power with the intension of identifying the best supplier for locomotive LEDs.