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    French start-up promises “hotel on wheels” with overnight trains

     Europe
    A new French rail start-up has announced plans to launch a range of international overnight “hotel on wheels” rail services, targeting passengers looking for more sustainable and comfortable travel options.

    Fanless railway computer system announced by Backplane Systems Technology

     Technology News
    The MRT-7000R from Backplane Systems Technology is purposely built for rolling stock applications.

    Tower Transit Bus Service 66C

     Bus Transport News
    Tower Transit Bus Service 66C is a Short-Trip Service of Bus Service 66.

    FreightWaves Classics: Port of Los Angeles is the nation’s busiest!

     USA
    Together, the Port of Los Angeles and the neighboring Port of Long Beach comprise the San Pedro Bay port complex.

    Light-rail network not a sure thing in Hamilton, Ontario

     Canada
    Bratina wants the federal funding for the project reviewed as the Hamilton city council considers making a decision on whether or not to endorse the network. The city council may take a vote on June 16.

    Final in a Series: From “Commuter Railroads” to “Regional Railroads”

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    Transit generally is now on a form of life-support from Congress: Federal operating assistance under the COVID-19 relief statutes that were enacted during the past year.

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