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Bombardier Finalizes Order Valued At $577M for Rapid Transit Cars in Chicago

Montreal PQ July 28, 2006 - Bombardier Transportation announced today that it has finalized a major order for rapid transit cars from the Chicago Transit Authority (CTA), a contract valued at $577 million US (457 million Euros). On May 10, the CTA Board had selected Bombardier as preferred bidder. The contract is for a base order of 206 rapid transit vehicles and CTA also exercised a first option for 200 additional vehicles for a total of 406 cars. The total number of cars involved could increase to 706 should CTA exercise all available options.

The new rapid transit cars will be the first in the CTA fleet to utilize alternating current (AC) propulsion, a technology that permits dynamic braking regeneration, lower energy and maintenance costs, and improved reliability. Bombardier was the first rail car builder to supply AC propulsion technology to transit authorities in the United States and Canada. The new fleet of cars also will be equipped with a special leveling system to ensure that access to the car floor is level with the station platform during boarding.

The contract calls for delivery of ten prototype cars 30 months after Notice to Proceed is given by the CTA. The prototypes will undergo nine months of revenue service testing before delivery of production series cars begins.

The CTA operates the second largest public transportation system in the United States, covering the city of Chicago and 40 surrounding suburbs. CTA trains provide about 500,000 customer trips each day via seven routes, 222 miles of track and 144 stations.

In North America, Bombardier Transportation is the leader in commuter rail, intercity, subway cars, automated rapid transit and automated guideway transit systems. It also maintains two of the largest multi-level commuter rail car fleets in Canada and the United States.

Bombardier Transportation has its global headquarters in Berlin, Germany and operations in over 60 countries. It has an installed base of approximately 97,000 cars and locomotives, primarily in Europe, the world’s largest rail market. The company offers the broadest product portfolio and is recognized as the leader in the global rail sector.

Norfolk Southern Names Thelen and Heilig to Operations Positions

Norfolk July 28, 2006 - Norfolk Southern Corporation named two people to key positions in its operations division, effective Aug. 1, 2006.

Gerhard A. Thelen has been named vice president operations planning and support headquartered in Norfolk. He will be responsible for the corporation's operations planning, policies, budgets, research and tests and quality management functions. He has a master’s degree from Pennsylvania State University and graduated from the Fachhochschule Munich (university for applied sciences). Thelen joined Norfolk Southern in 1977 and served in quality, engineering, research, and mechanical positions before being named vice president mechanical in 2004.

Tim A. Heilig has been named vice president mechanical, headquartered in Atlanta. He will be responsible for maintenance and repair of the railroad's motive power and rolling stock. A graduate of Georgia Tech, Heilig joined Norfolk Southern in 1971 and served in management information, Intermodal, engineering, mechanical and transportation positions before being named assistant vice president transportation network in 2001.

All Aboard! Foxtown Tigers Train Shuttles Fans to Detroit for a Night of Baseball, Food, Fireworks and Fun

Detroit July 28, 2006 - Olympia Development, the Detroit Tigers, Amtrak and the Detroit Department of Transportation (DDOT) are teaming up to bring fans to Detroit aboard an existing metropolitan railway beginning in August. The Foxtown Tigers Train will board passengers at three suburban locations, beginning in Oakland County, and travel along existing rail lines that link these cities to Detroit. Passengers will then transfer to a special DDOT Tigers Trolley and conclude their trip at Comerica Park to see the Detroit Tigers take on various Major League Baseball contenders in Saturday night primetime match ups.

"The Foxtown Tigers Train is a safe, fun and nostalgic way for families to visit downtown Detroit while taking in a game with the hottest team in Major League Baseball," said Atanas Ilitch, president, Olympia Development. "Through these events, we hope to bring community awareness of these existing rail lines, which run daily, and demonstrate that metro-Detroiters really do have transportation options into the city."

The inaugural Foxtown Tigers Train will commence on August 5, when the Tigers take on the Cleveland Indians at Comerica Park. Additional Foxtown Tigers Train departures will take place for Tigers home games on August 19, September 16 and September 30.

Reminiscent of the early 1900s, when riding Detroit streetcars to sporting events was customary, the Foxtown Tigers Train experience will include period music throughout the trip, as well as air-conditioned transportation, game tickets, appearances by former Tigers players, and special giveaways. At Comerica Park, Foxtown Tigers Train passengers will be treated to a food voucher for refreshments, an exciting Tigers game, and the park's spectacular weekend fireworks show.

The Foxtown Tigers Train will board its first crowd of passengers at the Pontiac Amtrak station, 1600 Wide Track Circle, at 4:30 p.m., with subsequent pick-ups at the centrally located Royal Oak (201 South Sherman Ave.) and Birmingham (449 South Eton) Amtrak depots. Passengers will travel to Detroit's Wayne State/New Center station, where they will transfer to Tigers Trolleys supplied by DDOT, and finish their southbound ride along Woodward Avenue to Comerica Park.

"We're excited by this opportunity to partner with Olympia Development, the Tigers and Amtrak to provide a new, convenient way for fans to get to Comerica Park to watch the best team in baseball," said DDOT Director Norman White. "As we continue to upgrade and expand DDOT's service, we welcome these opportunities to form unique partnerships that reflect well on Detroit and on DDOT."

Pre-purchased ticket packages go on sale Friday, July 28 and can be purchased by calling (313) 983-6565, Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. EDT. Ticket packages are $29 and include roundtrip transportation, outfield box seating, entertainment and refreshments. Quantities are limited.

"Our entertainment and sports venues attract nearly 10 million people to downtown Detroit each year," added Ilitch. "The city is alive with family- friendly entertainment and events, and we continue to seek new and innovative ways to enhance visitors' experiences downtown. This is just one more example of great things happening in Detroit."

Tigers opponents for Foxtown Tigers Train game dates are as follows. All games begin at 7:05 p.m. Game time is subject to change due to MLB scheduling.

• August 5, Tigers vs. Cleveland Indians
• August 19, Tigers vs. Texas Rangers
• September 16, Tigers vs. Baltimore Orioles
• September 30, Tigers vs. Kansas City Royals

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