New Jersey Transit (NJ Transit)

Newark, NJ 07105

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1 Penn Plaza East
Newark, NJ 07105
United States
http://www.njtransit.com
973.491.700

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NJ Transit is the nation's largest statewide public transportation system providing more than 895,000 weekday trips on 260 bus routes, three light rail lines and 12 commuter rail lines. It is the second largest transit system in the country with 164 rail stations, 60 light rail stations and more than 18,000 bus stops linking major points in New Jersey, New York and Philadelphia.

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NJ Transit
Management

NJ Transit releases first sustainability plan

April 24, 2024
The plan includes improved sustainability practices, modernizing and expanding the transit network.
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Passenger Info

PANYNJ investing $430 million in PATH system upgrades

The 116-year-old PATH system will see upgrades to stations, tracks and other critical equipment to bring the system up to modern standards.
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Fare Collection

Conduent receives contract extension from NJ Transit for fare system

April 3, 2024
The five-year contract renewal follows the recent implementation of a “Tap & Ride” payment option, which has allowed NJ Transit bus and light-rail customers to use contactless...
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Safety & Security

NJ Transit, Rutgars CAIT to develop AI with federal SMART grant

April 2, 2024
The focus of the AI initiative is to significantly enhance safety, while reducing accidents at light-rail grade crossings and on rights-of-way.
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Management

New Jersey Gov. Murphy renews state’s Transportation Trust Fund for five years

The TTF will invest billions of dollars to modernize and maintain New Jersey’s statewide transportation infrastructure while providing additional capital funding for New Jersey...
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Management

Gov. Murphy proposes Corporate Transit Fee as a new funding stream for NJ Transit

The funding is part of the governor’s proposed $55.9 billion FY 2025 budget and will ensure service is maintained as ridership continues to recover from the pandemic while building...
Management

NJ Transit to host opening module of UITP's transit managers global diploma course

Feb. 8, 2024
The Diploma Program for Managers in Public Transport will take place in June, September and November 2024, covering topics in mobility trends, policies for sustainable urban mobility...
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Facilities

FTA awards $75 million grant to NJ Transit for new rail MOW facility

Feb. 7, 2024
The new facility in Clifton, N.J., will replace an obsolete and flood-prone MOW facility in Wood-Ridge, N.J.
Infrastructure

NJ Transit to redirect $503 million in federal grant funding to support infrastructure improvements

Jan. 29, 2024
The funding to support infrastructure improvements at Hoboken Terminal, County Yard in New Brunswick and the Raritan River Bridge was originally allocated to NJ Transit’s TransitGrid...
Transit Tech Lab
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Miscellaneous

Transit Tech Lab reveals winners of 2023 competition

Jan. 23, 2024
The 13 winning companies have each completed successful eight-week proof-of-concept collaborations with participating agencies and will now move on to deploy their technologies...

Articles & News

BC Transit
Fare Collection

Fare technology updates: NJ Transit, BCRTA, BC Transit

April 4, 2024
NJ Transit, BCRTA and BC Transit are implementing new contactless fare payment methods and equipment throughout their systems.
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Management

BART, MTA, NJ Transit, WMATA among agencies recognizing Autism Acceptance Month

April 4, 2024
The agencies are making an effort to promote inclusivity by highlighting the voices of some of transit's biggest fans.
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Safety & Security

Six transit agencies join federal ‘The Challenge to Save Lives from Overdose’ initiative

March 19, 2024
Denver RTD, BART, NJ Transit Police, SEPTA and WMATA train and equip officers with Narcan while MBTA is working to make Narcan available at all Red Line Heavy Rail Stations.
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Infrastructure

NJ Transit Board of Directors advances construction of Hoboken Terminal; approves ground lease agreement for Hoboken Connect Project

March 13, 2024
The construction of Hoboken Terminal is part of Phase 2 of the Long Slip Fall and Rail Enhancement Project while the Hoboken Connect Project is a multi-phased initiative that ...
Amtrak
Infrastructure

Gateway Development Commission awards Delivery Partner contract for Hudson Tunnel Project to MPA Delivery Partners

Feb. 29, 2024
The joint venture will provide project management support and construction management support for the project that will improve capacity, reliability and resiliency of commuter...
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Fare Collection

NJ Transit to begin public hearing process on fare increase proposal

Jan. 25, 2024
The agency is looking to increase fares for the first time in nine years to 15 percent to close the budget gap in the FY25 budget.
Amtrak
Hudson Tunnels file image. GDC will divide construction of a new tunnel into four separate packages to promote competitive bidding.
Infrastructure

Gateway Development Commission refines Hudson Tunnel procurement strategy into four packages

April 21, 2023
Dividing delivery of the project’s largest component, construction of a new, two tube tunnel, is expected to enhance the number of competitive bids submitted for the work.
Amtrak
The interior of one of the tubes of Amtrak's East River Tunnel, which was originally built in 1909 and sustained damage during Superstorm Sandy in October 2012.
Infrastructure

Amtrak issues RFQ for East River Tunnel rehab project

April 17, 2023
The project will rehabilitate the 114-year-old tunnel that also experienced damage during Superstorm Sandy to ensure service continues for Amtrak, NJ Transit and LIRR.
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NJ Transit and WMATA are honoring Autism Acceptance Month. .
Management

NJ Transit, WMATA honoring Autism Acceptance Month

April 6, 2023
Both agencies are helping to bring awareness to autism through special initiatives throughout the month, including letting children with autism record announcements for use on...
UITP
Left to right: Rutgers Director Dr. Ali Maher, UITP Secretary General Mohamed Mezghani and UITP Board Member and NJ Transit President and CEO Kevin S. Corbett sign the agreement and formalize the partnership at Rutgers CAIT at a ceremony hosted by NJ Transit on March 16.
Facilities

UITP, NJ Transit and Rutgers CAIT partner to open UITP’s first North American Regional Training Center

March 17, 2023
The training center will assist in the sharing of knowledge and development of the next generation of transit leaders.

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Transit Tech Lab
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Miscellaneous

New York area transit agencies, Partnership for New York City launch sixth annual Transit Tech Lab competition

Jan. 9, 2024
This year’s competition is calling for tech-driven approaches to support the agencies’ objectives in customer experience, resiliency and curb management.
Management

OP-ED: How to obtain New Jersey support for MTA congestion pricing

Dec. 1, 2023
A revenue sharing agreement with New Jersey transit providers could resolve opposition to the proposed MTA congestion pricing.
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Infrastructure

Amtrak begins procurement process for Sawtooth Bridges Replacement Project

Nov. 21, 2023
In conjunction with NJ Transit, replacement of the Sawtooth Bridges is a key component of the Gateway Program to preserve and expand the busiest section of the Northeast Corridor...
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Infrastructure

OP-ED: Unforeseen consequences for Amtrak East River Tunnel work

Nov. 17, 2023
Don't be surprised if the East River Tunnels project completion date slips from 2027 into 2028 or 2029.
Hybrid, Hydrogen & Electric Vehicles

NJ Transit Board of Directors approves purchase of 19 federally funded battery-electric vans

Nov. 9, 2023
NJ Transit will use a Michigan Department of Transportation procurement for the purchase of the vans that will be used on the agency’s Access Link service for seniors or those...
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Signage and Displays

NJ Transit launches NaviLens technology pilot program

Nov. 8, 2023
The NaviLens program technology uses special QR-style codes to enable customers to use their smart devices at NJ Transit bus stops to get a host of service information and assistance...
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Facilities

NJ Transit Board of Directors awards contract to AECOM for Phase 1A of bus garage modernization project

Oct. 16, 2023
The contract calls for AECOM to provide the engineering design and construction documents to reconstruct Bay 3 of the Hilton Garage and advances the current condition assessments...
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Hybrid, Hydrogen & Electric Vehicles

New Jersey Board of Public Utilities awards NJ Transit $1.4 million grant for EV vehicles and charging infrastructure

Oct. 13, 2023
The funding is part of NJBPU's Clean Fleet EV Incentive Program, which supports local and state governments as they transition their fleets to EVs.
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Fare Collection

NJ Transit launches ‘Tap & Ride’ payment option

Oct. 12, 2023
The feature allows bus and light-rail customers to use their contactless credit and debit cards with the existing validators on board buses and at light-rail stations.