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transportation2 years ago

Former NYC Transit President Andy Byford to Lead Amtrak's High-Speed Program

Andy Byford, the former New York City subway chief known as "Train Daddy," has been appointed as Amtrak's senior vice president for high-speed rail development. Byford, who left his position as London's commissioner of transport in September, will face familiar challenges as Amtrak's ridership plummeted during the pandemic and has yet to fully recover. However, Amtrak is set to receive $22 billion from President Biden's $1 trillion infrastructure package, some of which will go to new trains.

via The New York Times|
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transportation2 years ago

"Former NYC Transit President Andy Byford to Lead Amtrak's High-Speed Program"

Former New York City transit boss, Andy Byford, has been appointed to lead Amtrak's high-speed rail expansion. Byford recently returned to New York from London, where he oversaw the completion of the city's $22 billion Elizabeth Line system. The appointment comes as Amtrak receives some of the biggest injections of funding since it was created in the 1970s, with $66 billion set aside for rail-related projects, including $22 billion for Amtrak improvements and modernization. Byford is widely respected in the industry and has a wealth of experience leading large transportation systems worldwide.

via New York Post |
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business2 years ago

"Former NYC Transit President Andy Byford Joins Amtrak to Lead High-Speed Program"

Former NYC Transit boss, Andy Byford, will join Amtrak as a senior vice president for its high-speed rail program, starting on April 10. Byford's hiring comes as Amtrak receives $22 billion in new investment from the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law signed in 2021 by President Joe Biden. Byford previously served as London's commissioner of transport and gained popularity across New York City as the subway's performance improved under his leadership.

via Gothamist|
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