A 30-year transportation industry veteran who was in charge of the subway system during Superstorm Sandy was named president of New York City Transit Wednesday.

Carmen Bianco, 61, had been acting president of NYC Transit since April, replacing Thomas Prendergast, who was made interim director of the MTA before becoming its CEO and chairman.

Bianco, who had previously served as senior vice president of the Department of Subways, oversaw the entire subway system since 2010.

NewsdayTV's Doug Geed is heading 'Out East' to showcase the ultimate local spots you need to explore. Credit: Randee Daddona, Michael Rupolo

Out East Show: Visit The Shamrock evergreen maze, Sannino Vineyard, Seven Ponds Orchard and the Warrior Ranch Foundation NewsdayTV's Doug Geed is heading 'Out East' to showcase the ultimate local spots you need to explore.

NewsdayTV's Doug Geed is heading 'Out East' to showcase the ultimate local spots you need to explore. Credit: Randee Daddona, Michael Rupolo

Out East Show: Visit The Shamrock evergreen maze, Sannino Vineyard, Seven Ponds Orchard and the Warrior Ranch Foundation NewsdayTV's Doug Geed is heading 'Out East' to showcase the ultimate local spots you need to explore.

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