New York City Transit Authority

Wabtec to Provide Brakes and Couplers for 640 New York City Metro System Train Cars

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Monday, October 23, 2023
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Wabtec Corporation (NYSE: WAB) will provide brakes and couplers for 640 MTA New York City Transit (NYCT) train cars via its client Kawasaki Rail Car, Inc.

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  • Wabtec Corporation (NYSE: WAB) will provide brakes and couplers for 640 MTA New York City Transit (NYCT) train cars via its client Kawasaki Rail Car, Inc.
  • The multi-million-dollar order for service-proven equipment provides seamless interoperability with other subway fleets in the New York City Transit System (NYCTS).
  • The New York City subway has provided non-stop service for over a century and is the largest subway in North America.
  • The entire New York City subway encompasses nearly 6,500 cars.

NYPD Launches Knightscope Security Robot Service in Manhattan Subway

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Friday, September 22, 2023
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Knightscope, Inc. [Nasdaq: KSCP] (“Knightscope” or the “Company”), a leading developer of autonomous security robots and blue light emergency communication systems, today announced that the City of New York and the New York Police Department (“NYPD”) launched the Knightscope K5 security robot service at a press conference in a Manhattan subway station with the support of the Metrpolitan Transportation Authority (“MTA”).

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  • Knightscope, Inc. [Nasdaq: KSCP] (“Knightscope” or the “Company”), a leading developer of autonomous security robots and blue light emergency communication systems, today announced that the City of New York and the New York Police Department (“NYPD”) launched the Knightscope K5 security robot service at a press conference in a Manhattan subway station with the support of the Metrpolitan Transportation Authority (“MTA”).
  • The first two weeks will be spent on training, configuration and setup protocols for the autonomous robot to navigate followed by patrol activities between the hours of 12:00am and 6:00am.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20230922025249/en/
    NYPD Launches Knightscope Security Robot Service in Manhattan Subway (Photo: Business Wire)
    “Today we are launching a pilot program to test the Knightscope K5 security robot,” said Mayor Eric Adams, City of New York.
  • Because we’ve been focused on faster service, cleaner service and safer service.

Swiftly CEO Jonny Simkin named to Mass Transit Magazine 40 Under 40 and Swiftly recognized on Inc. 5000

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Friday, September 8, 2023
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Mass Transit Magazine recognizes individuals for their industry contributions and who have shown a capacity for innovation, demonstrated leadership and a commitment to making an impact in transit.

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  • Mass Transit Magazine recognizes individuals for their industry contributions and who have shown a capacity for innovation, demonstrated leadership and a commitment to making an impact in transit.
  • 2023 marks the second consecutive year Swiftly has been recognized as one of the 5000 fastest-growing private companies by Inc.com.
  • Swiftly has recently implemented new transit data projects with some of the largest and most innovative agencies in the country.
  • The enhanced Swiftly suite of tools will result in better service and real-time information for Honolulu's multimodal transit riders.

PRESIDENT & CEO SHELTON J. HAYNES JOINS MTA FOR OMNY LAUNCH AT THE ROOSEVELT ISLAND TRAMWAY

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Wednesday, August 30, 2023
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Roosevelt Island, NY, Aug. 30, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Roosevelt Island Operating Corporation President & CEO Shelton J. Haynes joined the MTA for the official launch of OMNY at Roosevelt Island Tramway.

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  • Roosevelt Island, NY, Aug. 30, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Roosevelt Island Operating Corporation President & CEO Shelton J. Haynes joined the MTA for the official launch of OMNY at Roosevelt Island Tramway.
  • The  MTA’s tap and go fare payment system, OMNY, has now launched on the Roosevelt Island Tramway with stations located at 59 St and 2 Av in Manhattan and Tramway Plaza on Roosevelt Island.
  • The Roosevelt Island Tramway represents the first non-MTA operated entity to begin accepting taps as a fare payment.
  • “Bringing OMNY to the Roosevelt Island Tram has been an important initiative that we’ve worked on for some time,”said Roosevelt Island Operating Corporation President & CEO Shelton J. Haynes.

Swiftly Selected for Pilot to Improve Real-Time Passenger Information and System Performance for New York City Transit and NJ TRANSIT Through Transit Tech Lab

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Tuesday, May 9, 2023
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SAN FRANCISCO, May 9, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Swiftly Inc. has been selected to deploy its transit data platform for New York City Transit and NJ TRANSIT as a finalist of the 2023 Transit Tech Lab's Operational Efficiency challenge.

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  • SAN FRANCISCO, May 9, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Swiftly Inc. has been selected to deploy its transit data platform for New York City Transit and NJ TRANSIT as a finalist of the 2023 Transit Tech Lab's Operational Efficiency challenge.
  • Swiftly will work with the agencies over an eight-week "proof of concept" period to analyze real-time passenger information and system performance data in order to identify opportunities to improve the rider experience.
  • Swiftly will work with New York City Transit and NJ TRANSIT to analyze the accuracy and comprehensiveness of real-time information available to riders, including arrival predictions and communications around service adjustments.
  • Swiftly will also collaborate with NJ TRANSIT on deploying technology for planning, scheduling, and operations processes to improve system reliability and efficiency.

Hayden AI Welcomes Transit Industry Expert Craig Cipriano to Advisory Board

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Tuesday, March 7, 2023
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Hayden AI Technologies, Inc. (“Hayden AI”) today announced that Craig Cipriano, former President New York Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA) Bus Company and Interim President New York City Transit (NYCT), has joined the company’s advisory board.

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  • Hayden AI Technologies, Inc. (“Hayden AI”) today announced that Craig Cipriano, former President New York Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA) Bus Company and Interim President New York City Transit (NYCT), has joined the company’s advisory board.
  • Chris Carson, Founder & CEO, Hayden AI, said, “We are excited to welcome Craig to our team.
  • His expertise and experience in the public transportation industry will be invaluable as we continue to develop our product portfolio.
  • Craig is a proven leader with decades of experience helping lead one of the world’s largest transit agencies.”
    Cipriano added, “I am looking forward to helping Hayden AI navigate the industry as they continue to partner with agencies across the globe in developing innovative solutions to enhance the speed and reliability of bus public transit.

Clarification on StrataGen Systems, Inc. Relationship With NYCTA's Access-A-Ride Program

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Friday, February 24, 2023
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REDMOND, Wash., Feb. 24, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- StrataGen Systems, Inc. ("StrataGen") provides clarification on its relationship with New York City Transit Authority ("NYCTA") and provides comments on a recently published article.

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  • REDMOND, Wash., Feb. 24, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- StrataGen Systems, Inc. ("StrataGen") provides clarification on its relationship with New York City Transit Authority ("NYCTA") and provides comments on a recently published article.
  • StrataGen's longtime relationship with NYCTA goes back to 2001, when NYCTA's current Real Time Scheduling & Computer Automated Dispatch ("RTS-CAD") system was installed.
  • StrataGen is alarmed to learn that NYCTA is installing iPads in the para-transit vehicles with the intention of connecting them to the original RTS-CAD system.
  • It is also important to note that the delays pertaining to the new RTS-CAD project were caused by both NYCTA and StrataGen.

Transit and rail expert Zandra Ford joins HNTB in the Capital Region

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Thursday, February 2, 2023
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ARLINGTON, Va. , Feb. 2, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Zandra Ford has joined HNTB as director of rail operations for the Capital Region where she will support HNTB's transit and rail clients across the firm. Ford's extensive experience in rail operations, project management, strategic planning, finance, capital budgeting, as well as the federal and state funding process will help to maximize the efficiency and performance of new and existing transit systems and programs.

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  • ARLINGTON, Va. , Feb. 2, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Zandra Ford has joined HNTB as director of rail operations for the Capital Region where she will support HNTB's transit and rail clients across the firm.
  • "Zandra is a devoted strategist who is committed to helping transit organizations achieve the highest levels of efficiency, accountability and state of good repair while at the same time ensuring that they deliver the highest levels of service for their customers and communities," said Hillary Calavitta, HNTB's Capital Region transit and rail group director.
  • After 20 years with NYCT, Ford joined the Maryland Transit Administration, where she served as deputy chief operating officer – rail operations.
  • While at the MTA, Ford led a workforce of approximately 550 people in delivering safe, reliable and efficient multimodal rail services throughout Baltimore.

NYCRC ANNOUNCES I-829 PETITION APPROVALS IN ITS SUBWAY WI-FI INFRASTRUCTURE EB-5 OFFERING

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Wednesday, January 4, 2023
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NEW YORK, Jan. 4, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The New York City Regional Center ("NYCRC") is pleased to announce the first I-829 petition approvals issued to EB-5 investors participating in its Subway Wi-Fi Infrastructure offering ("Project"). To date, 1,833 I-829 petition approvals have been issued to investors in NYCRC offerings resulting in 5,311 individuals (EB-5 investors and family members) achieving permanent residency in the United States. 

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  • NEW YORK, Jan. 4, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The New York City Regional Center ("NYCRC") is pleased to announce the first I-829 petition approvals issued to EB-5 investors participating in its Subway Wi-Fi Infrastructure offering ("Project").
  • To date, 1,833 I-829 petition approvals have been issued to investors in NYCRC offerings resulting in 5,311 individuals (EB-5 investors and family members) achieving permanent residency in the United States.
  • "We are proud to announce the first I-829 petition approvals to go along with the recent repayment of $75 million to EB-5 investors in this offering," said Paul Levinsohn, NYCRC Co-Managing Principal.
  • To date, 1,833 I-829 petition approvals have enabled 5,311 individuals to secure permanent residency in the United States via NYCRC offerings.

The Mobility House Selected for Intelligent Charge Management by Metropolitan Transportation Authority via the Transit Tech Lab

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Wednesday, November 9, 2022
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The Mobility House has been selected by the Metropolitan Transportation Authority to deploy its smart charging and energy management solution ChargePilot for New York City Transit (NYCT), the largest public bus fleet operator in the U.S .

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  • The Mobility House has been selected by the Metropolitan Transportation Authority to deploy its smart charging and energy management solution ChargePilot for New York City Transit (NYCT), the largest public bus fleet operator in the U.S .
  • During the year-long pilot program, The Mobility House will manage charging for 27 charge ports across two bus depots in Staten Island and Queens.
  • The Mobility Houses proof-of-concept modeling with the Transit Tech Lab demonstrated that ChargePilot can reduce operating expenses by more than $35,000 per month in operating expenses at one of the two depots alone.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20221109005369/en/
    The Mobility House deploys its smart charging and energy management solution for New York City Transit.