Regional rail

Conduent Transportation Renews Contract with NJ TRANSIT to Maintain and Drive Continued Upgrades of Fare Collection System

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Tuesday, April 2, 2024
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Conduent Transportation, a global provider of smart mobility technology solutions and business unit of Conduent Incorporated (Nasdaq: CNDT), today announced it received a 5-year contract renewal from NJ TRANSIT to continue implementation and upgrades of a contactless fare collection system for customers.

Key Points: 
  • Conduent Transportation, a global provider of smart mobility technology solutions and business unit of Conduent Incorporated (Nasdaq: CNDT), today announced it received a 5-year contract renewal from NJ TRANSIT to continue implementation and upgrades of a contactless fare collection system for customers.
  • Last fall, under the previous contract, Conduent implemented a new “ Tap & Ride ” payment option for NJ TRANSIT, allowing New Jersey bus and light rail customers to use contactless credit and debit cards.
  • The system is currently usable with existing validators on buses and at light rail stations.
  • NJ TRANSIT is the nation’s largest statewide public transportation system and third largest transit system.

SEPTA Board Approves ZeroEyes Artificial Intelligence Gun Detection Pilot Program

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Thursday, November 17, 2022
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PHILADELPHIA, Nov. 17, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- ZeroEyes, creators of the only A.I.-based gun detection video analytics platform that holds the U.S. Department of Homeland Security SAFETY Act Designation, and the Southeastern Pennsylvania Transportation Authority (SEPTA) today announced that the Authority has selected ZeroEyes for a pilot program designed to reduce the likelihood of gun-related violence on train platforms.

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  • The SEPTA Board approved the pilot during its November meeting.
  • Former U.S. military and law enforcement specialists monitor every detection 24/7/365 from the in-house ZeroEyes Operations Center (ZOC) to deliver accurate and actionable intelligence on gun-related incidents, including the gunman's appearance, clothing, weapon, and real-time location.
  • "If the program is successful, we will consider deploying ZeroEyes at other locations across the network."
  • For more information about SEPTA, please visit septa.org , follow @SEPTA on Twitter, or download the official SEPTA app .

JLL arranges $260M in refinancing for East Market mixed-use development

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Monday, February 14, 2022
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PHILADELPHIA, Feb. 14, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- JLL 's Capital Markets group announced today that it has secured a $260 million loan for East Market, a mixed-use project with residential units, retail, office and parking in the Market East neighborhood of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.

Key Points: 
  • PHILADELPHIA, Feb. 14, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- JLL 's Capital Markets group announced today that it has secured a $260 million loan for East Market, a mixed-use project with residential units, retail, office and parking in the Market East neighborhood of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.
  • Developed by National Real Estate Development , East Market is a multi-phased, mixed-use development that has reimagined an entire city block into a vibrant community incorporating retail, dining, working, living and hospitality spaces.
  • Upon completion, the project will have more than one million square feet of new development and over $1 billion in new investment.
  • JLL (NYSE: JLL) is a leading professional services firm that specializes in real estate and investment management.

SEPTA Partners with Lumin-Air to Add MERV-13 Equivalent Filtration

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Tuesday, December 14, 2021
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PHILADELPHIA, Dec. 14, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --Southeast Pennsylvania Transit Authority (SEPTA), the 5thlargest overall transit system in the U.S., has partnered with Indiana-based Lumin-Air to outfit their bus fleet with MERV-13 equivalent filtration.

Key Points: 
  • PHILADELPHIA, Dec. 14, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --Southeast Pennsylvania Transit Authority (SEPTA), the 5thlargest overall transit system in the U.S., has partnered with Indiana-based Lumin-Air to outfit their bus fleet with MERV-13 equivalent filtration.
  • Bruce Kramer, SEPTA Senior Project Designer said "Removing airborne contaminants inside our fleet is another strategyin our layered approach to keep riders, coach operators, and SEPTA team members safe."
  • SEPTA has already received the first shipment of filters and will complete the filtration upgrade over the next several months.
  • More about SEPTA: SEPTA is the nation's fifth largest public transportation agency, providing service throughout the Greater Philadelphia Region.

Take Amtrak to Visit the City of Brotherly Love

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Monday, November 16, 2020
Rail transportation in the United States, Rail transport by country, Rail transport, Acela, Amtrak, Northeast Regional, Visit Philadelphia, Regional rail

PHILADELPHIA, Nov. 16, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- Book a Philadelphia escape now and get 50% off your Amtrak tickets.

Key Points: 
  • PHILADELPHIA, Nov. 16, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- Book a Philadelphia escape now and get 50% off your Amtrak tickets.
  • "We know this has been an exceptionally challenging year and people are looking for ways to travel and visit friends and loved ones safely," said Roger Harris, Amtrak Executive Vice President and Chief Marketing and Revenue Officer.
  • The sale is valid for travel on Acela and Northeast Regional trains for travel in Coach and Acela Business Class.
  • "I'm proud that Amtrak has chosen Philadelphia to be its first Featured Destination," said Jeff Guaracino, VISIT PHILADELPHIA's President & CEO.

Amtrak Introduces Lowest Fares of 2020 for Acela and Northeast Regional Trains

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Thursday, July 9, 2020
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Limiting bookings: We are limiting bookings on most trains to allow for more physical distancing in seating areas.

Key Points: 
  • Limiting bookings: We are limiting bookings on most trains to allow for more physical distancing in seating areas.
  • Air Quality: All of our trains are equipped with onboard filtration systems with a fresh air exchange rate every 4-5 minutes.
  • Physical distancing: Signage has been displayed at our busiest stations to indicate safe distances in high traffic areas.
  • Valid for Acela Business class seats and Northeast Regional Coach class only.

South African Railway Transport and Manufacture of Locomotives & Rolling Stock, 2019 - State & Size of the Industry, Volumes, Tonnages, Investments, and Significant Projects & Corporate Actions - ResearchAndMarkets.com

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Wednesday, September 4, 2019
Transport, Rail, Transport, Rail transport, Transport in Johannesburg, Gautrain, RATP Group, Regional rail, Transnet, Passenger Rail Agency of South Africa, South African Class Afro

The "Railway Transport and Manufacture of Locomotives and Rolling Stock in South Africa 2019" report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering.

Key Points: 
  • The "Railway Transport and Manufacture of Locomotives and Rolling Stock in South Africa 2019" report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering.
  • This report includes comprehensive information on the state and size of the industry, volumes, tonnages, investment in rolling stock & infrastructure, and significant projects & corporate actions in South Africa, on the continent and internationally.
  • There are 31 company profiles including Transnet, Prasa and Bombela Operating Company, which operates Gautrain.
  • Gautrain plans to extend its route while Prasa plans to arrest its decline and return to stability while renewing its rolling stock.

Take the train and save 40% on Northeast Travel

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Tuesday, July 30, 2019
Rail transport, Acela Express, Northeast Regional, Business class, Regional rail, Roanoke, Virginia

The sale is valid on Acela and Northeast Regional train service operating between Roanoke or Norfolk, Virginia and Boston.

Key Points: 
  • The sale is valid on Acela and Northeast Regional train service operating between Roanoke or Norfolk, Virginia and Boston.
  • This offer is also available onreserved Pennsylvanianand Keystone Service.
  • Valid for coach seats only; no upgrades allowed.Prices are as shown and can't be combined with other discount codes.
  • Sale prices are available exclusively for one-way Coach Class fares and upgrades to Business Class on Northeast Regional or First Class on Acela are not permitted.