News Positive-train-control (PTC) requirements still undecided as end-of-year deadline looms 18th September 2015 Most rail companies will not implement positive-train-control (PTC) technology by the end of the year, as current law requires, according to a Government Accountability Office (GAO) report released this week. Meanwhile, at least some rail companies say they may stop service, if Congress does not pass legislation to extend the PTC-compliance deadline, according to a letter from a top transportation official.
News Senate Commerce Committee approves markup for bill to extend positive-train-control deadline by five years 26th March 2015 Members of the Senate Commerce Committee approve the markup of a bill that would extend the deadline for affected rail companies to implement positive-train-control (PTC) technology until Dec. 31, 2020, instead of the current deadline that would require implementation by the end of this year.
News Lawmakers, railroads say 2015 positive-train-control (PTC) deadline should be extended by several years 5th February 2015 Leaders of the Senate Commerce Committee say they would support legislation to extend this year’s deadline for railroads to implement positive-train-control (PTC) systems, because railroads are still several years from implementing the technology, according to testimony during last week’s hearing on the matter.
News Briefs: Anritsu enhances test device 12th March 2013 Also, David Clark to introduce new wireless headset for use in hazardous environments; Alcatel-Lucent to reveal enhancements to IP/ MPLS mobile backhaul solution.
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