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NFI subsidiary New Flyer awarded two contracts from New York for up to 2,090 Xcelsior® transit buses

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Monday, March 11, 2024

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ST. CLOUD, Minn., March 11, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- (TSX: NFI, OTC: NFYEF, TSX: NFI.DB) New Flyer of America Inc. (New Flyer), a subsidiary of NFI Group Inc. (NFI) and North America’s leading manufacturer of heavy-duty transit buses, today announced that it has been awarded two new contracts from the New York City Transit Authority (NYCT) including firm orders for 429 Xcelsior® buses (671 equivalent units or EUs) with options to purchase up to 1,661 additional buses (2,379 EUs) over the next five years.

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The battery-electric vehicles manufactured under these contracts will support MTA’s goal of transitioning the agency’s entire bus fleet to zero-emission alternatives by 2040.
NYCT’s battery-electric vehicle purchase was supported through the Federal Transit Administration (FTA) Low or No Emission (Low-No) grant program.
The EUs from these two contracts were previously included in bid award pending and now move into NFI’s backlog.
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NFI announces fourth quarter and full year 2023 results

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Thursday, February 29, 2024

WINNIPEG, Manitoba, Feb. 29, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- (TSX: NFI, OTC: NFYEF, TSX: NFI.DB) NFI Group Inc. ("NFI" or the "Company"), a leader in zero-emission electric mobility solutions, today announced its audited consolidated financial results for Fiscal 2023.

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Results noted herein are for the 13-week period ("2023 Q4”) and the 52-week period ("Fiscal 2023”) ended December 31, 2023.
The comparisons reported in this press release compare 2023 Q4 to the 13-week period ("2022 Q4") and Fiscal 2023 to the 53-week period ("Fiscal 2022") ended January 1, 2023.
Comparisons and comments are also made to the 13-week period (“2023 Q3”) ended October 1, 2023.
NFI generated $19 million in cash flows from working capital in the fourth quarter as higher vehicle deliveries lowered finished goods and work-in-progress inventory.

NPCA Finds Air Pollution Harms 97% of National Parks

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Monday, March 4, 2024

WASHINGTON, March 4, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- A 2024 report by the National Parks Conservation Association found that 97% of parks have unsatisfactory levels of visibility impairment overall, indicating they are far from achieving clean air or clear skies. This finding, drawn from National Park Service data, encapsulates three categories evaluated in NPCA's report: Hazy Skies, Unhealthy Air and Harm to Nature. 98% of national parks in the United States grapple with concerning levels of haze pollution, obscuring the scenic views and landmarks that draw millions of visitors each year. The report shows that 96% of these parks face concerning levels of ozone pollution, increasing health risks, such as respiratory illnesses and asthma attacks, for staff, visitors and nearby communities. And it underscores that 96% of national parks harbor sensitive species and natural habitats adversely affected by pollution.

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And it underscores that 96% of national parks harbor sensitive species and natural habitats adversely affected by pollution.
Responding to this alarming reality, the report also outlines ways NPCA has led efforts to urge the implementation of time-tested, effective programs like the Regional Haze Rule , the strengthening of national air standards, improved air monitoring in and around national parks and lastly, the advancement of climate-friendly policies.
Visitors to national parks expect clean air and clear skies whether they are visiting stunning wilderness landscapes or urban monuments.
As iconic landscapes standing on the frontlines of the climate crisis, NPCA emphasizes the urgent need to cut the air pollution driving climate change and safeguard national parks for future generations.

NFI presents at White House Roundtable focused on strengthening U.S. bus manufacturing and clean transit deployment

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Friday, February 9, 2024

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The White House in coordination with the Federal Transit Administration (“FTA”) and the American Public Transportation Association (“APTA”), convened the Roundtable focused on ensuring U.S. domestic manufacturing capacity to deliver clean transit buses is at the scale and pace needed to meet market demand and achieve national climate and equity goals.

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The White House in coordination with the Federal Transit Administration (“FTA”) and the American Public Transportation Association (“APTA”), convened the Roundtable focused on ensuring U.S. domestic manufacturing capacity to deliver clean transit buses is at the scale and pace needed to meet market demand and achieve national climate and equity goals.
The Task Force recommended, amongst other things, three immediate changes in bus contracts: price adjustments, progress payments, and the use of price indices.
“NFI was honored to participate in the White House Roundtable,” said Mr. Soubry.
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Exodigo Establishes Transportation Advisory Board to Support Global Expansion

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Wednesday, November 29, 2023

PALO ALTO, Calif., Nov. 29, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Exodigo, a leading provider of non-intrusive subsurface imaging solutions, today announced the formation of its Transportation Advisory Board. Comprised of internationally recognized transportation leaders, this initiative underscores Exodigo's commitment to fostering artificial intelligence (AI) innovation that expedites safer, more efficient capital project delivery worldwide.

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PALO ALTO, Calif., Nov. 29, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Exodigo , a leading provider of non-intrusive subsurface imaging solutions, today announced the formation of its Transportation Advisory Board.
Comprised of internationally recognized transportation leaders, this initiative underscores Exodigo's commitment to fostering artificial intelligence (AI) innovation that expedites safer, more efficient capital project delivery worldwide.
The members of the Transportation Advisory Board were carefully selected for their commitment to innovation, extensive experience, and their accomplishment as change makers and enablers within the global transportation sector.
As Exodigo continues its mission to revolutionize how industries perceive and navigate the subsurface, the committee's collective knowledge and insight will be pivotal in forging global partnerships.

United States Compact Construction Equipment Market Assessment & Forecast Report 2023-2029 Featuring Distributors - National Equipment Dealers, Kirby-Smith Machinery, Mico Equipment, & My Equipment - ResearchAndMarkets.com

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Tuesday, October 10, 2023

Compact Construction Equipment Market - Strategic Assessment & Forecast 2023-2029" report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering.

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Compact Construction Equipment Market - Strategic Assessment & Forecast 2023-2029" report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering.
Among the end-users in the United States, the construction industry held the most significant portion of the compact construction equipment market.
Leading the way in the U.S. compact construction equipment market are industry giants like Caterpillar, Hitachi Construction Machinery, John Deere, SANY, Komatsu, and Volvo CE.
While they may offer limited product diversification, these companies have firmly established their presence within the local U.S. compact construction equipment market.

Allison Transmission and B-Metro Partner on Electric Hybrid Technology to Modernize Public Transit System in Texas

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Monday, October 9, 2023

Allison Transmission will partner with B-Metro, the public transit system in Brownsville, Texas, to provide the Allison eGen FlexTM electric hybrid propulsion system for 35-foot GILLIG buses.

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Allison Transmission will partner with B-Metro, the public transit system in Brownsville, Texas, to provide the Allison eGen FlexTM electric hybrid propulsion system for 35-foot GILLIG buses.
Brownsville named Allison’s eGen Flex electric hybrid technology in its application for the grant.
This technology will allow Brownsville to modernize its fleet and expand access to public transit.
We remain committed to collaborating with transit agencies nationwide to support them in their easier transition to net-zero emissions technology.”
For more information on Allison’s next-generation electric hybrid system, please visit allisontransmission.com .

SENIOR PROGRAM MANAGER JOHN TIPTON JOINS LOCHNER'S TRANSIT & RAIL PRACTICE

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Wednesday, October 4, 2023

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Lochner, Inc. ( Lochner ), a leading provider of infrastructure planning and engineering services, is pleased to announce that John Tipton, the former interim chief engineer for the Fort Worth Transportation Authority (Trinity Metro) and program/project manager and technical advisor to major transit and rail initiatives throughout Texas and Arizona, has joined Lochner's Transit & Rail practice.

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Lochner, Inc. ( Lochner ), a leading provider of infrastructure planning and engineering services, is pleased to announce that John Tipton, the former interim chief engineer for the Fort Worth Transportation Authority (Trinity Metro) and program/project manager and technical advisor to major transit and rail initiatives throughout Texas and Arizona, has joined Lochner's Transit & Rail practice.
Serving in the role of Senior Program Manager, Tipton brings to Lochner more than four decades of experience managing the successful completion of major light rail transit and commuter rail projects and programs.
Additionally, Tipton has specialized technical expertise in the development and rehabilitation of passenger rail infrastructure including aerial and at-grade stations, rail maintenance facilities, grade crossings, bridge structures, Federal Transit Administration New Starts grant support services, and design and construction quality initiatives.
"I am honored and excited to be working again with John," said Lochner's Transit & Rail Director Gary Thomas.

Guidehouse Awarded Contract from U.S. DOT's Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) for National Safe Streets and Roads for All Program

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Thursday, September 14, 2023

WASHINGTON, Sept. 14, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Guidehouse, a leading global provider of consulting, digital, and managed services to commercial and public sector clients, has been awarded a contract from the U.S. Department of Transportation's (DOT) Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) to implement a National Safe Streets and Roads for All (SS4A) Clearinghouse. SS4A, a major Bipartisan Infrastructure Law program, funds regional, local, and Tribal initiatives through grants to prevent roadway deaths and serious injuries.

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SS4A, a major Bipartisan Infrastructure Law program, funds regional, local, and Tribal initiatives through grants to prevent roadway deaths and serious injuries.
DOT's National Roadway Safety Strategy adopts the Safe System approach as the guiding ideal to advance roadway safety and achieve Vision Zero.
The SS4A grant program embodies this Safe System approach by helping jurisdictions wholistically tackle safety challenges related to infrastructure, behavior, and equity.
Since 2004, Team Guidehouse has delivered hundreds of projects on time and within budget across the FHWA, the Office of the Secretary, the Federal Transit Administration, the Federal Aviation Administration, the Federal Railroad Administration, and the Maritime Administration.

NFI delivers strongest FTA Low-No and Buses and Bus Facilities grant performance ever, as named partner on more than $200 million in grants

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Thursday, September 7, 2023

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This is New Flyer’s best Low-No and BBF performance to date and shows significant improvement over the $41 million in grants from 2021 and the nearly $200 million in grants from 2022.

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This is New Flyer’s best Low-No and BBF performance to date and shows significant improvement over the $41 million in grants from 2021 and the nearly $200 million in grants from 2022.
“New Flyer’s unique ability to deliver multiple propulsion systems on the same bus platform provides transit agencies with the most available low- and no- emission options of any bus manufacturer.
The FTA Low-No Grant Program is a competitive application program introduced in 2015 that exists to support the U.S. transition to low- and zero-emission public transit fleets.
Funding can be used to purchase or lease low- and zero-emission buses, including acquiring, constructing, and leasing the necessary charging infrastructure and facilities.