ORLANDO, Fla. — Women in Transportation toured Brightline’s brand new Vehicle Maintenance Facility and climbed aboard one of the newest additions to Brightline’s fleet - Bright Pink 2.

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The tour showcased the latest advancements in transportation while bringing attention to breast cancer awareness.

While onboard Bright Pink 2, the group got an inside look at the luxury coaches which will provide efficient and ecofriendly travel between Central and South Florida.

Proceeds from the event will go to support Libby’s Legacy Breast Cancer Foundation in Orlando.

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Brightline’s Orlando extension is 84% complete and will begin carrying passengers in 2023.

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