Railroad Signals, PTC, Control Systems and Products

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Piper Networks' says its Ultra Wideband transit positioning system delivers high reliability through redundant radio communication between the train and the wayside.
MTA demonstrates successful ultra-wideband technology pilot on Flushing and Canarsie lines
The new technologies complement NYCT’s $7.1-billion investment to modernize the outdated signaling system.
Jan 24th, 2020
NY: MTA to bring modern signal system -- and faster, more reliable commutes -- to entirety of E line by 2025
The MTA on Monday moved forward with plans to add modern signaling technology to a key segment of the subway -- and announced that the entirety of the E line will receive the upgrades by January 2025.
Jan 16th, 2020
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BART Board approves generational project to replace train control system
The new Communications Based Train Control system can better detect a train’s location, improving reliability and allowing for more efficient train movement.
Jan 14th, 2020
MTA moves forward with signal modernization of Eighth Avenue ACE lines
NYCT will deploy modern axle-counter technology for the first time to replace track circuits and further improve signal system reliability.
Jan 14th, 2020
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MTA, Transit Innovation Partnership, Empire State Development announce signaling challenge and demo day at Signaling Innovation Summit
MTA will begin to solicit bids in the second half of 2020 for the $7.1-billion signaling modernization program as part of the Capital Plan.
Dec 11th, 2019
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Collins Aerospace’s ARINC Rail Solutions to deliver ‘big data’ capabilities to NJ Transit
Collins will update TMAC and SCADA systems with improved monitoring tools.
Dec 9th, 2019
NY: MTA months behind on forming state-mandated group to look into new subway signal tech
An overlooked piece of legislation tucked into the state budget that passed in April requires the Metropolitan Transportation Authority to form a 'major construction review unit' tasked with exploring a controversial form of subway signal technology.
Nov 27th, 2019
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FRA issues Q3 2019 PTC status report; progress continues
Positive Train Control governs operations on more than 92 percent of required route miles.
Nov 26th, 2019
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Leading the way to greener and smarter mobility worldwide, Alstom develops and markets integrated systems that provide the sustainable foundations for the future of transportation.
Nov 8th, 2019
MTA Metro-North announces PTC now covers 90 percent of Hudson Line
Metro-North now runs the safety technology on 268 trains a day and 90 route miles.
Nov 6th, 2019
LIRR commissions positive train control on four branches
Nov 1st, 2019
ITT Veam’s CIR M12 Connector with Blue Generation Plating.
Three Connector Technologies Building the Future of Rail
Oct 29th, 2019
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MTA train speed and safety task force announces preliminary findings
Oct 9th, 2019
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MBTA marks completion of Red Line signal repairs
Sep 26th, 2019
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Commuter rail CEOs testify on challenges faced during House T&I Subcommittee hearing
Leaders from APTA, Metra, Sound Transit and Metrolink detailed issues surrounding funding, PTC, expansion and preserving quality service.
Sep 25th, 2019
MTA and Transit Innovation Partnership announce signal innovation collaboration and bidding conference
The conference will solicit ideas for re-signaling New York City subways and build on the public-private initiative with the Transit Innovation Partnership.
Sep 23rd, 2019
Metrolink hosts national safety conference featuring leaders in new technologies
The summit addressed issues such as PTC, railroad crossing safety and quiet zone implementation.
Sep 17th, 2019
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Ottawa shows it’s ready for rail with Confederation Line opening
The new light-rail line signifies a shift in transit strategy for the city with light rail serving as its spine.
Sep 16th, 2019
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FRA says railroads making “steady progress” in Q2 2019 PTC update
Commuter railroads have PTC in revenue service or in revenue service demonstration on 37 percent of the total required miles.
Sep 9th, 2019
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DCTA reaches PTC milestone
The A-train will run with the safety technology beginning Aug. 26.
Aug 14th, 2019
Chestnut Hill West Interlocking - Prototype Solar Panels Installed on Existing Signal House
SEPTA to reinforce regional rail signals with solar power
The move is one of three new sustainability measures approved by the authority’s board.
Jul 30th, 2019
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Metropolitan Transportation Authority fully integrates communications based train control on Flushing Line
Jul 25th, 2019
Duos Technologies Inc. awarded contract from Chicago Metra
Jul 19th, 2019
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MBTA continues trolley and commuter rail infrastructure construction projects
Jul 15th, 2019
A rendering of the Finch West LRT station portal.
Thales to provide signaling system to Finch West LRT line
Mosaic Transit Group, under contract with Metrolinx, selected the Thales SelTrac™ CBTC solution for the 6.84-mile light-rail line.
Jun 26th, 2019
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FTA green lights BART’s Transbay capacity project to enter CIG Program’s engineering phase
The project would boost overall capacity by 45 percent and increase the train frequency between San Francisco and Oakland by more than 30 percent.
Jun 21st, 2019
GLX Constructors install new interim track between Lowell Street and Washington Street in Somerville in this September 2018 photo. The new track will support MBTA Commuter Rail service while the existing tracks are removed to accommodate wall and utility construction. The project was approved for $1.1 billion in funding as part of the MassDOT/MBTA five-year CIP in June 2019.
Five-year Capital Investment Plan approved for MassDOT, MBTA
Approximately 45 percent of the $18.3 billion in total investments identified for the next five years will be focused on the reliability and resiliency of the core transportation system.
Jun 19th, 2019
Thales to provide signaling system to Ottawa LRT extension
The Stage 2 Confederation Line extension will expand the initial 13 station Stage 1 Confederation Line farther east and west.
Jun 14th, 2019