Roosevelt Island Tram Service Interruptions Earlier This Week - Here's Why, Kinks Still Being Worked Out On New Tram System

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Earlier this week, the Roosevelt Island Tram experienced brief interruptions in service. Roosevelt Island Operating Corp. (RIOC) Vice President Of Operations Fernando Martinez explains what happened:

Earlier this week, two minor malfunctions caused a disruption in Tram service.In both cases, RIOC was able to quickly identify the problem, make repairs, and return the Tram to full operation. As with any transportation system, especially a new one, minor disruptions to service are expected. RIOC will continue to identify way to reduce disruptions, while putting public safety first.

The two specific incidents include:

1. On Sunday, February 13th. at 2:48 A.M., the Ethernet link communication system lost power and communication between the control room and the cabins was interrupted. The unit was replaced and the tram resumed operation at 7:05 A.M.

2. On Monday, February 14th. at 7:48 A.M., the South Tram’s monitoring system receiver antenna’s supporting bracket ruptured,resulting in a signal loss. Repairs were completed and the tram was returned to operation by 10:15 A.M.