MCI nets $395 million deal with New Jersey transit

DES PLAINES - Motor Coach Industries announced New Jersey's public transportation board of directors has authorized the purchase of 772 MCI 45-foot Commuter Coaches from the company. The contract, totaling $395 million, will begin delivery in 2016 and extends the 33-year relationship between MCI and NJ Transit, the company said in a release. NJ Transit plans to replace older 2000-2008 models, many with more than 500,000 miles. Specifically, they'll replace 235 45-foot and 360 40-foot MCI coaches, and 177 45-foot MCI coaches operated by private carriers contracting with the agency."We are tremendously honored that NJ Transit has once again selected MCI," said Rick Heller, MCI president and CEO. "Our Commuter Coach has been the mainstay in its express service capabilities for decades."