Planning

SYSTRA is recognized in the transportation industry for its premier planning practice, which offers the resources necessary to comprehensively develop future projects.  We have built a loyal client base through our commitment to provide innovative and high-quality deliverables throughout the life of a project, until its successful completion.

At SYSTRA, our people are our strength.  Our dedicated transit planning staff is expert in their field and delivers trademark products which have received acclaim throughout the industry.  SYSTRA planning means consistency and dedication, with the majority of the staff having been part of the SYSTRA family for over 10 years.

SYSTRA’s planners rely on an integrated analytical perspective encompassing operations, ridership, engineering, environmental, and public involvement, strategically evaluating all characteristics and functionality of a system, to quickly identify the appropriate range of alternatives for each project.

Specializing in Commuter Rail, Intercity Rail, Heavy Rail, Light Rail, Bus, Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) and High Speed Rail (HSR) projects, SYSTRA Planning has successfully completed projects for clients throughout the country.  Our key credentials include:

  • Access to the Region’s Core (ARC) EIS Record of Decision (2009)
  • Amtrak President’s Award for the Northeast Corridor Infrastructure Master Plan (2008)
  • New York MTA Lower Manhattan Access Study which led to the Fulton Street Transit Center design contracts
  • New York City Transit Second Avenue Subway’s first 5309 New Starts submission (2001)