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Reading & Northern to resume steam-powered train excursions in 2025
BNSF, Union Pacific among top 50 companies for Latina employees
Norfolk Southern trained 5,500 first responders in 2024
U.S. freight railroads post 7.8% traffic gain in Week 51
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Pennsylvania, Kansas DOTs award millions in grants for rail projects
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Norfolk Southern added, expanded shipping options for 94 customers in '24
Nomination deadline nears for Woman of Influence in Rail
CREATE receives $290M for next phase of 75th Street Corridor work
BLET members ratify contract with Indiana Southern Railroad
CN, Norfolk Southern honor businesses for sustainability work
CPKC, Americold to explore co-development projects in Mexico
NRF: Retailers prepare for potential second ILA strike, Trump tariffs
Harbor Industrial to operate Portland port's Terminal 6
BNSF logs operations performance highs for November
Union Pacific transfers local service at Eugene Yard to G&W short line
AAR: Holiday cheer fuels rail momentum, but challenges persist
Supreme Court to hear arguments today in Uinta Basin Railway case
CN, Unifor reach tentative labor pact; TCU, BRC ratify agreements
Norfolk Southern names Adams chief human resources officer
BNSF completes construction of double-track section in Texas
IANA elects 2025 board, reelects Ash as chairman
Rail supplier news from STV, Bohr, Railinc and RSI (Dec. 5)
Teamsters: BMWED, BLET members ratify rail labor contracts
AAR CEO responds to STB chair's concerns over rail cost data reports
Washington commission OKs funds for safety project near BNSF line
Georgia Ports outline rail, sustainability projects to be funded with $120M in federal grants
People news from Short Line Safety Institute and TriMet
A. Stucki completes sale of Velocity
North Shore Railroad raises funds for veterans groups
CSX Santa Train wraps up 82nd trip through Appalachia
AGG completes upgrades to improve Hudson Bay Railway operations
STB Chair Primus questions AAR's rail-cost data quality
Rail supplier news from Stadler, Hitachi, Alstom and NSH (Nov. 26)
FTA issues safety advisory for on-street running rail collisions
People news from Railway Supply Institute and Soy Transportation Coalition
Unifor members favor strike action at CN, union says
BNSF adds Burlington Junction to Shortline Select program
Rail carriers, 3 labor unions reach contract agreements
Three Norfolk Southern-served industrial sites earn REDI designations
SeaPort Manatee sets record cargo activity in FY2024
OneRail Coalition honors Nissenbaum, Morales with Canby Award
AGT Foods sells short line, bulk handling infrastructure
CSX honored for support of military members, veterans
Kentucky awards $7.5M in grants to eight short-line rail projects
Cando acquires rail terminal to serve Northwest Territories
SC Ports report steady FY2025 container volume despite October port strike
ILA, USMX contract talks stall
Trump nominates former U.S. Rep. Duffy to head USDOT
In memoriam: Former NRC Chair Terry Benton
Maritime Administration awards Ports of Indiana $11.2M for rail yard, transload facility
NCDOT awards grants to short-line railroads
Rail supplier news from STV, Naik, Industrial Networks and Rail Vision (Nov. 18)
Rail carriers, SMART-MD reach labor pact
STB to Union Pacific: Fix deficiencies in Arizona rail-line case
National Carriers Conference Committee announces labor pacts with TCU, BRC
Union Pacific to serve new Volkswagen center near Houston
Norfolk Southern to expand board with new independent director
Lumina Sustainable to open processing facility at Ports of Indiana-Jeffersonville
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Norfolk Southern, Alstom to prototype battery-diesel hybrid locomotives
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New York Susquehanna & Western's CRISI grant to fund rail line upgrade
Schneider to launch new intermodal service between U.S. Southeast, Mexico
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R. J. Corman kicks off transload facility project in Kentucky
Savage Tooele begins construction of short line to serve Utah business park
Mobile port begins fourth phase of terminal expansion project
TSA proposes rule to require pipeline, railroad cyber risk management programs
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Ports of Indiana-Burns Harbor to double truck access with new bridge
Norfolk Southern promotes Carpenter to VP of law
CRISI grants to boost five new freight-rail projects in Ohio
New York, Susquehanna & Western promotes Held to VP
EPA awards $347M grant to PANYNJ for sustainability efforts
Norfolk Southern to serve future solar-panel recycling center in Georgia
CSX selects Mobile logistics park as a Platinum Select Site
OmniTRAX, R.J. Corman receive millions in CRISI grant funding
Freight-rail carriers open collective bargaining process
People news from NRLC, SFRTA and IntelliTrans
AAR honors four railroaders for sustainability work
FTA issues rule to protect transit workers on, near railways
IANA: International volume gained momentum in Q3
AAR report highlights benefits of freight-rail careers
Pacific Harbor Line to purchase five zero emission locomotives
CSX: Double-stacked rail operations begin at Baltimore port
Rail supplier news from Stadler, Delta Railroad, Hitachi Rail and Copperleaf (Oct. 29)
Ocean Network Express adds Jaxport to East Coast route
FRA awards $2.4B in CRISI grants to fund rail projects
NCFO members ratify labor pacts with BNSF, Norfolk Southern
Ports agree to collaborate on Indiana-Ireland shipping route
Norfolk Southern solicits input from new customer advisory board
Port NOLA board names Branch president, CEO
USDOT awards North Carolina Railroad $105.6M CRISI grant
Union Pacific posts solid growth in Q3
Supreme Court to hear Uinta crude-by-rail case in December
CSX announces tentative pact with NCFO, ratification of pact with SMART-TD
CSX, Norfolk Southern reach tentative pacts with IBEW
Georgia-Pacific locates new plant on CSX Select Site in Tennessee
STB: U.S. Class I employment dipped in September
Norfolk Southern posts railway revenue, income growth in Q3
Operation Lifesaver identifies seven new state coordinators
SC Ports CEO delivers updates on rail, port infrastructure investments
USDOT announces $4.2B in Mega, INFRA grant awards
Indiana ports, state officials sign MOU to promote ag exports
Port of Coos Bay obtains $25M grant for intermodal terminal project
New Orleans Public Belt, Heniff sign pact for rail transloading service
STB approves CSX, CPKC acquisition of Meridian & Bigbee rail lines
Union Pacific is new official sponsor of US Speedskating
BMWED members ratify contract with Norfolk Southern
CSX reports higher revenue, earnings in Q3
People news from MARTA and STV
Hurricane Helene update: Norfolk Southern rail line near Asheville will be out for months
FRA awards $108M to rail projects in Alaska, South Dakota and Wyoming
Virginia breaks ground on $2.3B Long Bridge project
Maryland DOT issues TOD plan for six stations along MARC Penn Line
Ports of Indiana launches 'River & Rail Terminals' venture
SeaPort Manatee resumes fuel distribution to hurricane-impacted Florida
Iowa awards $5.1M in loans, grants for rail projects
Hub Group to expand its Mexico intermodal service via EASO joint venture
Port NOLA obtains $1 million FEMA grant
Norfolk Southern donates additional $400,000 to hurricane relief efforts
Patriot Rail: Tisa to become CCO; Turnauckas to lead new excursion division
Knoxville Locomotive Works delivers Tier 4 switcher to ADM
Norfolk Southern describes its Hurricane Helene recovery efforts
Unifor, CPKC open contract talks; conciliators appointed for CN negotiations
Retailers: Holiday imports unaffected by strike
NC Railroad launches $10 million disaster recovery grant program
RMG marks 100th train through BNSF-served Minot Intermodal Facility
Chemical distributors want FMC to investigate ocean carriers' surcharges
SMART-MD members ratify labor contract with Norfolk Southern
Freight, passenger railroads in Florida prepare for Hurricane Milton
SLSI issues tips for preparing for OSHA hazmat inspections
Ohio panel OKs safety upgrades at R.J. Corman crossing
People in the news from Greater Cleveland RTA, RailPros, LA Metro and CII
SMART-MD ratifies 5-year labor pact with BNSF
AAR seeks waiver of compliance for FRA's close-call reporting reg
NS living shore project wins UIC sustainability award
Genesee & Wyoming acquires Central Gulf Railcar Services
Dispatchers ratify new 5-year contracts with BNSF, NS
Port strike ends as dockworkers, USMX reach tentative labor deal
Port strike update: Norfolk Southern contingency plans in place
NTSB: Improper coupling, excessive in-train force caused March 2023 NS train derailment
Rail supplier news from Universal Logistics, Parsec, Keolis, AECOM, LongWater and Digi (Oct. 2)
Tacoma Rail promotes Matheson to superintendent
FRA issues final rule on stakeholder input; solicits applicants for passenger-rail grants
Port strike: Buttigieg watching for any price-gouging; UP, BNSF handling volume shift to West Coast
BNSF introduces new carload service from Pacific Northwest to Colorado, Utah
NTSB issues illustrated digest of East Palestine investigation
Norfolk Southern recognizes 47 customers for safely handling hazmat
Port strike begins, freezing shipments on East, Gulf coasts
CN: Unifor files notice of dispute
North Shore Railroad affiliate to serve Pennsylvania feed mill
Hurricane Helene: CSX, Norfolk Southern working on service recovery
Florida DOT forms coalition to improve rail safety
IANA taps Reinke to succeed Casey as president, CEO
Norfolk Southern hires Barr as VP, chief mechanical officer
Buttigieg, Su call on CPKC, CN, CSX to extend paid sick leave to all workers
OmniTRAX, Indiana port launch Mount Vernon Railroad
Rail supplier news from Progress Rail, Alstom, Stahl, Jacobs and InnoTrans (Sept. 25)
R. J. Corman to serve National Cement's new Tennessee location
East, Gulf coast ports and railroads warn customers of potential strike
Norfolk Southern names Zampi, Morris to executive leadership team
Georgia Ports Authority OKs plan to add 50 acres to Brunswick auto storage
RailTrends to sponsor 'Propel,' a leadership development summit for rail professionals
Florida awards grants to expand rail, supply-chain capacity
Corn Belt, Louisiana ports sign pact to improve Mississippi River trade routes
Class Is employed fewer workers in August
Railway Association of Canada highlights low emissions in 2022 report
Short Line Safety Institute reflects on a decade of improving safety
Sen. Brown calls on CSX's Hinrichs to meet with Cleveland rail-yard workers
Norfolk Southern, BNSF announce labor agreements
Rail supplier news from AnoDynamix, Naik-STV, ZTR and Keolis (Sept. 19)
CPKC hydrogen locomotive wraps up first test phase
CPKC adds Hernandez to its board
Trade groups ask Biden to help prevent labor strike at East, Gulf coast ports
GoRail launches grassroots advocacy campaign
U of Tennessee wins IANA case study competition
Oklahoma & Kansas Railroad seeks to operate Blackwell line
Rep. Nehls introduces 'Stop CARB' bill
Rail supplier news from Amsted, Alstom, Hitachi Rail and D/Gauge (Sept. 13)
People news from Balfour Beatty, HART and WSP
U.S. freight-rail traffic up 7.3% in Week 36
NTSB issues docket for investigation of Key Bridge collapse
BREAKING: Norfolk Southern fires Shaw, appoints George president, CEO
Ohio commission OKs Norfolk Southern grade-crossing project
R. J. Corman signs new customer to Tennessee distribution center
TCI Tank Logistics to add rail line to Port NOLA, Public Belt Railroad
ASLRRA calls on Congress to update 45G short-line tax credit
Railroads, ports prepare for Hurricane Francine
Charlotte finalizes O-Line purchase from Norfolk Southern
MxV Rail hosts 'University Days' to advance industry research
CN operations recover from labor disruption
People news from AITX, TTC, STV and Transdev
St. Louis Regional Freightway expands rail-served real estate
Siemens to build Brightline West's high-speed trains in New York
Port of Indiana-Burns Harbor opens new dock
LA Harbor Commission OKs $52M on-dock rail project
BNSF launches short-line program
Norfolk Southern board investigating Shaw for alleged misconduct
In memoriam: Eugene Blabey II
Feds launch grade-crossing safety campaign
STB details upcoming hearing on freight-rail growth
Georgia PSC allows Sandersville Railroad to begin eminent domain process
Montreal port begins structural work on Pie-IX rail bridge project
NS reaches tentative agreements with all SMART-TD committees
League of Railway Women seeks 'Woman of the Year' nominees
G&W taps Giordano as VP government, industry affairs
CSX reaches tentative agreements with 2 more unions
RailPulse launches platform to transform rail-car telematics
G&W's Angel joins Short Line Safety Institute's board
Texas considers $25 million budget proposal for short-line upgrades
Rail supplier news from Keolis, HNTB and Rail Vision (Aug. 30)
LA Angels join California rail partners to promote Rail Safety Month
NS launches new reservation system at intermodal terminals
Norfolk Southern reaches tentative pacts with 5 more unions
NTSB opens docket for 2023 CSX fatal accident
NS recognized by Reuters Automotive D.R.I.V.E for emissions reduction
Rail supplier news from voestalpine, Unitrac, Greenbrier, Progress Rail, IntelliTrans and LRW (Aug. 28)
Minnesota DOT calls for input on freight infrastructure plan
PANYNJ, PATH post record high July activity
STB extends Class Is' data reporting deadline for reciprocal switching reg
People news from Transdev and SEPTA
Portland port drafts plan to maintain Terminal 6 container service
BNSF, NS, CSX reach tentative labor pacts with multiple unions
Highway Motor to expand at CentrePort Canada Rail Park
CSX reaches early tentative pacts with 2 more unions
CSX finalizes early agreements with three unions
CN, CPKC worker lockout begins
Rail supplier news from D/Gauge, Cordel, AECOM, STV and LRW (Aug. 21)
Aertssen opens equipment processing center near Savannah port
NS promotes Zampi to SVP, treasurer
Ag groups call on Trudeau to avert rail strike in Canada
Boardman to succeed Thompson as WisDOT secretary
Steel processing firm to expand at Ports of Indiana-Jeffersonville
STB sets schedule for Amtrak Sunset Limited proceeding
Norfolk Southern hosts RailCAST summit
STB's Passenger Rail Advisory Committee sets inaugural meeting
CN issues lockout notice; TCRC serves strike notice to CPKC
Rail supplier news from PNR RailWorks, Tutor Perini, Intramotev, Custom Inc., GATX and STV (Aug. 16)
North Carolina Railroad, CSX among partners in new Natron battery plant
Transport Canada provides funds for three transportation projects
STB monitors potential strike's impact on U.S. rail network
Federal FLOW initiative adds more West Coast ports
People news from ASLRRA, Eno Center and Port of Coos Bay
NS suspends some hazmat shipments due to potential Canadian rail strike
BNSF CEO responds to STB concerns over harvest season preparations
Ferguson reelected president of SMART-TD
CN, CPKC: Rail strike could begin Aug. 22
CSX, Entergy location becomes first state-certified site in New Orleans
UP cranks up potash moves for Canpotex in Q2
D.C. doings: Rail bridge bill enters Senate; Baldwin asks STB to review certain exemptions
Major ports projected to score near-record import volume in August
Georgia port authority continues to expand inland connectivity
Fort Worth & Western acquires Texas Central Railroad
NS adds three PSR veterans to transportation team
PennDOT solicits freight-rail grant applications
NCRR, Terracon launch economic development program
Port of Virginia opens expanded Central Rail Yard
NS names Bhatt EVP, chief information and digital officer
Rail supplier news from A. Stucki, Cornerstone and Miner (Aug. 6)
Watco to operate transload facility for NYSW
NS, ATDA join FRA's close-call reporting system
NTSB issues preliminary report on July 5 CPKC train derailment
OIG finds flaws in FTA 'Buy America' guidance on SEPTA rail-car contract
STB names Cooper general counsel
Final ACE grade separation project underway
Stantec selected for Newark AirTrain replacement project
Georgia Ports' container volume dips, ro/ro volume up 21%
Norfolk Southern to spend $200M on Alabama rail infrastructure
U.S. freight-rail volumes climb 5.3% in Week 30
CN, CPKC report plans for Canada's 2024-25 grain season
Rail supplier news from Wabtec, Rail Vision and HDR (July 31)
CSX issues 2023 ESG report
U.S. sues Norfolk Southern for delays on Amtrak Crescent route
NS awards more than 100 scholarships to employees' children
Toyota Logistics recognizes NS for environmental efforts
Rail supplier news from Wabtec and Hitachi Rail (July 26)
SLSI: Safety assessments show rail industry strengths
Chicago South Shore acquires rail cars for steel coil shipments
NS posts 'strong' Q2 results
CPKC's Creel to receive 2024 Railroad Innovator Award
NCDOT awards grants for short-line infrastructure upgrades
Toyota auto-processing site advances at Jaxport
BTS: Transborder freight moved by rail rose in May
NTSB issues final report on 2023 NS conductor fatality
Short Line Training Center adds virtual-reality program
Reading & Northern promotes Busher to VP of real estate
Rail supplier news from STV, Alstom and DT Infrastructure (July 22)
STB: U.S. Class I workforce shrank a bit in June
FRA issues final investigative report on NS train derailment in Ohio
Hyundai GLOVIS honors CSX as a top vehicle transport service provider
Major on-dock rail project begins at Long Beach port
South Carolina port authority notes volume growth in FY24
IANA leader Casey to retire at year's end
BNSF earns recognition for disability inclusion efforts
CSX earns top Disability Equality Index score
Norfolk Southern AVP Corletto to chair RailMarketplace board
Reading & Northern shuffles coal business team
STB slates public hearing on freight-rail industry growth
Marier to lead Canada's Transportation Safety Board
NTSB releases final report on East Palestine train derailment
House bill would enhance safety requirements for hazmat trains
BLET ratifies contract extension with Pacific Harbor Line
Construction begins on new CSX-owned rail bridge over Hudson River
Rail supplier news from Carboline, Transdev, Holland and First Group (July 12)
Ohio panel OKs $1 million in grade-crossing upgrades
Port of Montreal wraps up rail project
Construction begins on Montebello Corridor grade separation project
Norfolk Southern publishes its first climate transition plan
CSX joins RailPulse coalition
Retailers: Monthly import cargo rising despite challenges
UP's Port Houston on-dock service expands again
Port of LA completes on-dock rail yard expansion
NS execs meet with NTSB's Homendy, endorse board's safety recommendations
CARB reg 'not feasible' for short lines, California rail exec tells Congress
Vancouver port sets construction date for rail overpass project
Port NOLA buys warehouse, signs 10-year lease with Kearney Cos.
STB to begin environmental review of proposed Green Eagle Railroad line
BNSF recognizes customers for excellence in product safety
NTSB to investigate CPKC derailment, UP worker fatality
Hurricane Beryl impacts rail service in greater Houston
SBTi validates CN net-zero emissions target
Alabama short line wins grant to fund rail bridge replacement
BNSF advances construction of new Bismarck-Mandan bridge
People news from Metrolink, HNTB and NMB
U.S. Customs OKs Indiana port's plans for new container terminal
Oregon port to pursue federal funds for intermodal terminal project
3i, Regional Rail complete acquisition of Cincinnati Eastern
Rail supplier news from Stacy Witbeck, Miner, Hitachi Rail and LRW (July 2)
Pacific Harbor Line recognized for safety, sustainability
BLET members approve contract with CF&E
Kansas DOT solicits applications for rail-service improvement grants
NRLC: Freight-rail employees reach pay, compensation milestones
People news from R. J. Corman, RailPros, NCTD, GPA, Bentley and NARBW
CSX recognized for support of military veteran employees
Ports of Indiana selects OmniTRAX as development partner
NTSB chair 'deeply troubled' with NS' actions during East Palestine investigation
WisDOT awards $4.8M in loans to fund freight-rail projects
U.S. Supreme Court to consider Utah crude-by-rail case
OmniTRAX hosts Colorado hazmat training
BLET, Pacific Harbor Line reach tentative pact
NTSB issues new safety actions to avert another East Palestine
Rail supplier news from Cathcart, Wiremind, Movares and Rail Vision (June 25)
NTSB issues investigative update for Baltimore bridge collapse
NS takes action on FRA safety culture recommendations
PHMSA issues rail hazmat reporting rule
AAR outlines safety actions taken since East Palestine train derailment
Norfolk Southern to establish vent and burn workgroup
North American Rail Solutions acquires Tri Innovations Consulting
L.A. councilman McOsker to chair Alameda Corridor authority
People news from R.J. Corman, DART and Lake State Railway
Trogdon named acting director of Virginia rail, transit department
Lawmakers call on House panel to take up East Palestine health-monitoring bill
Class Is employed fewer U.S. workers in May
Canada's rail accidents, incidents declined in 2023, safety board says
3i RR to acquire Cincinnati Eastern Railroad
Norfolk Southern publishes latest safety report
Indiana ports to seek sites for international container facilities
People news from OmniTRAX, DART and HNTB
WisDOT grant to fund rail project at WestRock plant
Port NOLA posts double-digit intermodal growth
NTSB sets meetings for East Palestine final report
NS selects TranSystems for Pullman Junction CREATE project
ASLRRA: CARB locomotive rule would lead to more big trucks on highways
CSX slates Cumberland Yard infrastructure work
CSX named a Forbes Net Zero Leader for second year
Nevada port launches West Coast intermodal service with UP
Rail supplier news from Wabtec and Rail Modal Group (June 12)
CN 'no closer' to TCRC labor deal
Retailers: U.S. summer import cargo expected to hit highest level since 2022
Savage opens transload facility in Utah
Baltimore port's main shipping channel reopens
Rail supplier news from Rail Vision and Nexxiot (June 10)
Norfolk Southern solicits applications for safety, community grant programs
Pinsly short lines join EPA SmartWay program
STB issues environmental report for proposed freight-rail line in New York
Rapid City, Pierre & Eastern Railroad celebrates 10th anniversary
CN offers binding arbitration to TCRC
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Rep. Deluzio to succeed Payne on House T&I Committee
Mass Coastal Railroad report highlights trespassing incidents
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PANYNJ logs auto import surge in April
SLSI to provide short-line peer review for FRA's close-call program
CN to expand partnership with Canada's Sports Hall of Fame in support of Indigenous athletes
Report: BNSF sues Texas city over logistics center plans
People news from IANA, NCTD and DART
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UP mechanical employees recognized for 20-year safety record
CSX, NS make USA Today's 2024 'Climate Leaders' list
ASLRRA: Record number of short lines to receive Jake Safety Awards
NS: Safety partnership with unions is producing results
PANYNJ to take full ownership of Howland Hook Marine Terminal
NTSB: Workers died after entering right of way prior to track closure
AITX names Kaminski, Finan to lead commercial leasing
Former CN CEO Mongeau to helm Norfolk Southern's board
Global task force delivers food packages to Ukraine rail workers
CSX honors 53 customers for chemical safety excellence
NS agrees to resolve federal East Palestine derailment claims
CSX gift creates scholarships for rail engineering students at Penn State Altoona
Washington state panel OKs funds for crossing upgrades
FRA issues reports on long-train safety, performance
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Evergreen Line names NS 'Railroad of the Year'
Ports: Wendel named acting CEO in New Orleans; Terminal 6 to stay open in Portland
CSX reopens Curtis Bay coal piers at Baltimore Harbor
NS restores, donates historic East Palestine train depot
Ohio panel OKs grants for rail projects at multiple short lines
Baltimore port diversions send Georgia's auto volumes soaring
Class Is added to U.S. workforce in April
Rail supplier news from Holland, Skanska, Thales and Nokia (May 20)
CSX recognized for employee engagement with Wounded Warrior Project
North Shore Railroad dedicates locomotives to soldiers, veterans
Ports of Indiana-Burns Harbor kicks off $77M in projects
BLET, CFE reach tentative 5-year labor pact
PANYNJ plans Brooklyn Marine Terminal expansion
Rail history group awards $125,000 in 'Heritage' grants
People news from NTSB, STB, NCTD and HDR
CN presents simplified offer to TCRC
NTSB issues reports on UP conductor fatality, BNSF derailment
North American railroads post volume increases in Week 19
Mississippi Export Railroad to build rail-car repair shop
Norfolk Southern's board election results are certified
CPKC, Teamsters to meet with mediator
CN unveils transload facility in Michigan
FRA seeks applications for $2B in NEC project grants
Canada's labor board to review impact of potential rail strike at CN, CPKC
NTSB issues prelim report of Francis Scott Key Bridge collapse
Port NOLA's Christian to step down, join Patriot Rail as CEO
Anacostia names Taylor president of New York & Atlantic Railway
Shaw: Shareholders were clear on Norfolk Southern's strategy
G&W lauds 125th anniversary with celebratory event in New York
President Biden to peg Primus as next STB chairman
TSB incident investigation finds issues with engineer training, signal rules
NTSB issues initial report on recent CSX train collision
TTD, SMART-TD leaders laud NS board election results
Rail officials among appointees to TSA advisory committee
Survey: Chemical shippers still face rail-service issues
CSX shareholders elect Chow to board of directors
BREAKING: Norfolk Southern shareholders elect 10 of company's 13 director nominees
Rail supplier news from STG, Voith, STV and Danobat (May 8)
CNTL, Siemens advance union agreements
CN honors 193 rail shippers with Safe Handling Award
Major New York port pumped up Q1 volume in a big way
Railmark to operate, develop Mississippi rail line
Twin Cities & Western promotes Meyers to president
Rail supplier news from HNTB and Wabtec (May 6)
BTS: Value of freight moved between North American nations was at high ebb in February
Precision Terminal Logistics to operate NS' bulk transfer terminal in Louisville
NS, Ancora begin final push for May 9 shareholder vote
STB wraps up environmental analysis for Meridian & Bigbee line acquisitions
Port NOLA logs record container volume growth
Norfolk Southern delivers first rail cars to new Purina plant
IANA: Intermodal logged gains in Q1
People news from Amtrak and TRAC Intermodal
Teamsters authorize strikes at CN, CPKC
UP recognizes 137 customers for safe chemical transportation
NS reiterates strategy in latest letter to shareholders
STB issues final rule allowing reciprocal switching
Rail supplier news from RailPros, Omega Rail, HNTB, Stadler and LG (April 30)
CREATE partners support STEM education in Chicago
MxV Rail taps Reiling as AVP of business development
Union Pacific issues latest 'Building America Report'
CPKC, CN announce director election results
Anderson-DeBose to buy site in NS-owned industrial park
FRA investigating derailment at Arizona-New Mexico border
STB Chair Oberman to retire next month
MOW worker fatality prompts FRA safety bulletin
Norfolk Southern: Ancora's union deal violates Railway Labor Act
Port NOLA awarded $7M grant; GPA signs 20-year terminal pact
FRA: BNSF joins close-call reporting system
UPDATED: Rail unions divided over Norfolk Southern proxy fight
Congressman and rail subcommittee leader Payne dies
NCRR to invest in new rail spur for future ICG plant
CSX recognizes six customers for sustainability
Rail groups report opposition to CARB's zero-emissions locomotive rule
U.S. Class I employment dipped in March
NS: Q1 financial results in line with preliminary report
Stonepeak acquires rail-served logistics Chicago portfolio
NS introduces mobile app to reinforce safety procedures
Alstom to sell North American signaling business to Knorr-Bremse
Senators call on EPA to stop California's zero-emissions locomotive rule
Rail supplier news from Pettibone and Thales (April 19)
Mass Coastal Railroad hires Anderson to oversee engineering
Norfolk Southern files new presentation disputing Ancora's claims
Wabtec, Australian Rail Track ink systems, software pact
Union Pacific, STG Logistics extend partnership
U.S. freight-rail traffic climbed 1.5% in Week 15
STB issues findings in review of UP's embargo use
Watco restructures executive leadership
AFL-CIO urges NS shareholders to reject Ancora proposal; Ancora issues plan for NS overhaul
NCRR adds new economic development programs
NS deploys second DTI portal to improve safety
Former CSX CEO Jim Foote dies
People news from NTSB, HDR and FTR
CN makes new offer to TCRC
NS merges Triple Crown, Thoroughbred Direct subsidiaries
OmniTRAX promotes Brown to EVP
NTSB surveys Norfolk Southern employees on company's safety culture
OLI's first responder training course obtains national certification
Mississippi DOT to award $30M in multimodal program grants
Vermont Rail System to acquire New Hampshire Central
CSX donates $50,000 to Baltimore bridge fund
Port NOLA, Kearney Cos. OK new 10-year lease
Retailers: Import cargo to grow despite supply-chain disruptions
Schulte promoted to president of Northern Lines Railway
Alaska Railroad to replace dock, terminal in Seward
North American Rail acquires Condor Signals
Brown, Inman join NTSB
Saskatchewan awards funding for short-line improvements
NS announces preliminary Q1 results, agrees to $600M East Palestine settlement
Pacific Harbor Line hosts STB for port tour; Trinity Metro opens new train station
People news from NCTD, Tealinc, Hanson and Ginsberg
UP to launch direct domestic service between Southern California and Chicago
USDOT OKs grant pact to speed capacity expansion at Baltimore port
Georgia DOT partners with NS to fund freight-rail improvements
Unifor ratifies pact with CN, settles Autoport strike
Limited access at Baltimore port to open within 4 weeks, USACE says
STB rejects GMXT petition in CGR acquisition due to lack of info
Norfolk Southern rolls out productivity, accountability plans
STB allows Savage Tooele to build 11-mile rail line in Utah
NS to launch dedicated intermodal service in response to Baltimore port crisis
NC Railroad launches flagging, safety services product
USDOT solicits applications for $5B in infrastructure project funding
First vessel passes through temporary channel at Baltimore port
FRA solicits applications for next round of CRISI grants
NS buys Chicago transload site; promotes management efforts in shareholder letter
STB to assess environmental impact of proposed Puerto Verde bridge project
OIG: FRA lacks needed oversight of fatigue management
BNSF tests virtual reality as safety training tool
BTS: Transborder freight-by-rail value fell 6.9% in January
Met Council, HRA seek developer for St. Paul Central Station block
CSX donates $10M to Jacksonville museum
RSI seeks STB review of boxcar compensation rule
NTSB issues prelim report on NS train collisions; Canada TSB cites rail flaw in CP train derailment
Ancora outlines path to a 57% OR at Norfolk Southern
Cando Rail names Servis CFO
ASLRRA honors railroaders for safety, Sierra Northern for environmental actions
Bridge collapses after container ship strike at Port of Baltimore
CSX's Korn named 'best' investor relations professional
EPA finalizes waste-storage settlement with Arkansas Midland Railroad
FTA seeks input on proposed rule to protect track workers
ASLRRA to honor 3 short lines for biz development, Watco for veterans program
Ohio commission approves NS crossing upgrades
Kentucky Transportation Cabinet polls public on state rail plan
U.S. Class I workforce widened in February, STB data shows
Bill that would standardize federal security clearance for transportation workers enters Senate
Union Railroad opens car repair shop in Pennsylvania
MxV Rail completes loop track for FAST facility in Colorado
Rail supplier news from FreightCar America, STV, Nexxiot, Thales, MaxAccel and WAGO (March 20)
South Carolina authority to buy paper mill site for port expansion
NS: Recruits Orr from CPKC as new COO; sets shareholders meeting date in May
Transport Canada allocates funds for Port of Thunder Bay upgrades
Fabrication underway for two high-tech rail cars, Department of Energy says
CPKC marks opening of K.C. soccer stadium bearing its name
STB arm releases draft environmental analysis of Meridian & Bigbee proposals
NS, city close sale of Cincinnati Southern Railway
CSX commits $10,000 to Red Cross storm-relief efforts in Midwest
CSX gains Michigan DOT grant to upgrade Detroit intermodal yard
NS appoints corporate communications, compliance VPs
Transport Canada to fund rail safety projects in Quebec
FRA issues final environmental statement for Washington Union Station project
STB to UP: Employment data must be public; Ancora responds to Oberman's criticism
Rail supplier news from Wabtec, Acciona, Amico, Alstom, Unipart and AECOM (March 14)
MARAD solicits grant applications for port infrastructure funding
Michigan DOT ponies up $16 million for 10 freight-rail projects
Train accident highlights need for stricter alcohol consumption regs, Canada safety board says
New York awards $111 million to fund port, freight-rail infrastructure upgrades
EPA to host hearing on California's in-use locomotive rule
Rail supplier news from Wabtec, Rail Vision and Alstom (March 12)
PANYNJ: January volume indicates strong start to 2024
Reading & Northern updates Nesquehoning campus
Savage acquires Cascade Warehouse's transload business
USDOT announces funding opportunity for new grant program
Canada to award rail-safety funding for Toronto area projects
Ancora lays out NS safety plan; TTD asks shareholders to reject ouster of CEO Shaw
ASLRRA calls on Congress to ensure a level playing field for short-line funding
Rail supplier news from A. Stucki, RailPulse, Nexxiot, Nokia, Siemens and Pandrol (March 7)
IANA backs congressional action to overturn independent contractor rule
Georgia OKs $6M for Brunswick port harbor project
Rail supplier news from Bohr, Hitachi, Alstom, Stahl, Tealinc and RSSI (March 6)
CN, United Steelworkers reach tentative deal
CN committed to Milton Logistics Hub despite court ruling
Rail supplier news from North American Rail, TransmetriQ and STG Logistics (March 5)
Port NOLA container-on-barge service sets record
STB allows alternative service on Oklahoma rail line
NS, Florida East Coast to expand joint intermodal service
People news from Gulf & Atlantic Railways and J.B. Hunt Transport
NTSB issues preliminary report of fatal accident involving NS engineer
Union asks FRA to inspect BNSF locomotives, rail cars
STB issues final environmental assessment of proposed Utah rail line
Norfolk Southern addresses 'mischaracterizations' of its strategy
People news from Norfolk Southern, R. J. Corman and TriMet
NS, RapidSOS roll out safety platform to aid first responders
Ancora complains NS is conducting a smear campaign
FRA, STB leaders raise red flags over UP worker furloughs
Ports of Indiana log 12.6 million tons in 2023
Oklahoma DOT asks STB to OK alternative rail service on Blackwell line
Rail supplier news from Wabtec, Stadler, Innovative Rail and VHB (Feb. 28)
People news from NTSB and STB
St. Louis Freightway: UP-served port site ready for development
Unifor members strike at CN-run Autoport hub
New Orleans Public Belt awards construction contract for industrial park
Unions oppose Ancora takeover attempt at Norfolk Southern
NEOS Grenadier to deliver new SUV via Georgia port
North Carolina DOT: Rail contributes $20B to state economy
R. J. Corman Switching opens new facility in West Virginia
PANYNJ opens PATH station house
Arctic Gateway obtains more funding for Hudson Bay Railway, Churchill port projects
G3 acquires another grain elevator in Quebec
NS urges shareholders to reject Ancora's nominees, proposes 2 new candidates
TNW appoints Noe director of safety
U.S. Class I employment rose in January
Americold to build cold storage facilities on CPKC network
Investor group Ancora says safety is its 'top priority' at Norfolk Southern
Rail supplier news on CRRC, Wabtec, Parsons, Duos, STRABAG, Wells Fargo and STV (Feb. 22)
Georgia port's January rail cargo soared 27%
Seminole Gulf Railway runs first train over Florida river since Hurricane Ian
FRA's Bose to Norfolk Southern: Stay focused on safety
Rail supplier news from Skanska, Savage and L.B. Foster (Feb. 21)
Sierra Northern promotes MacDonald to VP
Kansas DOT awards $16.5M to short-line projects
NS CEO Shaw defends company strategy in letter to employees
UPDATED: Investor group proposes new leaders for Norfolk Southern
Rail supplier news from Progress Rail and Brookville (Feb. 16)
People news from Valley Metro, WeGo Public Transit and MARTA
STB approves UP request to restore service on Utah rail line
Norfolk Southern, FRA, rail unions sign C3RS safety agreement
Bill would block feds from closing southern ports of entry
NTSB to investigate CSX worker fatality in North Carolina
CN recognized for sustainability
NC Railroad to invest in Siemens Energy plant expansion
BNSF recognizes 175 years of railroading
CSX, Wabtec extend pact to modernize 200 locomotives
BNSF marks first train departure at Colorado intermodal facility
MassDOT's Koziol to oversee West-East Rail effort
FRA sets hearing for G&W's proposed zero-emissions tech test
NTSB issues preliminary report on fatal Brightline crash
People news from Union Pacific, CN, TNW, Consolidated Chassis, HDR and STV
Norfolk Southern breaks a record for laying rail
STB reiterates decision to hear status of Amtrak Gulf Coast case
RSA to FRA: Rule would help protect freight-rail security
FTA chief Fernandez to retire
G3 renews long-term pact with Quebec port
TNW: BNSF names logistics site a 'premier' transload location
CSX to partner with Alabama port on new intermodal facility
PANYNJ officials anticipate a strong 2024
BNSF assembles team to help communities advance safety projects
NTSB sets June 25 for final East Palestine report
FRA shuts down Oklahoma railroad
UP rolls over rock-hauling record in 2023
AAR to Buttigieg: Rail safety record has been 'misrepresented'
NS wrapped up $1B worth of capital improvement projects in 2023
Rail supplier news from Hyperloop, Alstom and Ingram (Feb. 5)
MARS elects O'Kray president, Blinn VP
North Carolina Railroad awards $2M in 'build ready' investments
BNSF marks record performance at Hobart Intermodal Facility
East Palestine anniversary: Buttigieg, labor call for a safer freight-rail industry
Anacostia: Short-haul shuttle trains could divert 1M trucks on LA expressway
ASLRRA to honor Bowers with Schlosser Award
CPKC, Bunge join RailPulse
STB extends Class I employment data reporting reg
Port of Brunswick posts growth year for autos
AAR names Ghayad chief economist, SVP
IANA: Domestic, international container volumes strengthened in Q4
NS issues full-year report on East Palestine recovery efforts
FRA: Norfolk Southern first Class I to join close-call reporting system
Ohio rail commission OKs grade crossing project funds
AAR reports on industry's rail-safety efforts since East Palestine
Sierra Northern, Mendocino short lines obtain $31M RRIF loan
FRA issues final rule requiring breathing gear on hazmat trains
Norfolk Southern posts revenue, income declines in Q4
STB adopts rule amending emergency service regs
UP posts higher net income, flat operating revenue in Q4
People news from Pandrol and Ports of Indiana (Jan. 24)
Norfolk Southern doubles community impact in 2023
Port NOLA receives more federal funding for LIT project
Empire Diversified launches short line at West Virginia port
Hamilton Container Terminal begins direct intermodal service
CPKC, Bison Transport ink intermodal service pact
CSX service recognized with 'Thompson Award'
Florida Gulf & Atlantic MOW workers vote to join BMWED
CN to serve future Azure SAF facility in Manitoba
Rail supplier news from J.B. Hunt, Skanska and Duos Technologies (Jan. 19)
Global task force delivers more funding to Ukrainian Railways
Texas awards $1.5 million grant to TexAmericas Center
U.S. Class I employment steady in December
NTSB to release East Palestine report in spring, early summer
Port of Long Beach preps for 'year of rail' in 2024
G&W unveils ESG report
North American rail volume dips a bit in Week 2
CN, Unifor reach tentative agreement for CNTL drivers
Rail supplier news from Wabtec and PS Logistics (Jan. 17)
OmniTRAX Good Neighbor program reaches millions
PANYNJ reports rail volume decrease in November
FRA solicits input on proposed self-propelled rail-car test program
Rail supplier news from ZTR, GATX, RR Mergers, OptiFuel and McLaren (Jan. 16)
Study: SC Ports boost Midlands economy
People news: AllTranstek's Morrow, MARTA's Greenwood (Jan. 16)
Arkansas DOT seeks input on state rail plan
Canada invests in ADM grain terminal expansion at Port Windsor
BNSF logs record safety year in 2023
NS's Elkins named vice chair of Georgia Chamber of Commerce panel
Ohio panel OKs crossing upgrade projects for CSX, 3 short lines
Rail unions call on STB, FRA to step up regulation of Class Is
USDOT issues infrastructure progress report
NS contributes $1 million to preserve Jamestown historic site
Savannah earns Quiet Zone designation on CSX line
NRC honors R. J. Corman with 'Small Project of the Year' award
People news from Indiana Rail Road, RailPros and Sound Transit (Jan. 10)
PSC Group acquires Bayport Rail Terminal
Intermodal, trucking industries decry DOL rule on gig workers
NRF: Import cargo enters lull as Red Sea disruptions continue
Indiana port nears completion of rail, infrastructure projects
ASLRRA to induct Grossman, Jacobson, Webb into Short Line Hall of Fame
NS customers invested $3.1B along rail network in '23
STB issues draft environmental report on proposed NY short line
ONE to launch West India container service at Savannah port
Port of Virginia now powered entirely by clean energy
NS unveils climate transition plan
BTS: Transborder freight-by-rail value rose 6.2% in October
People news from Landstar and STB (Jan. 4)
Illinois panel OKs upgrades at CSX, UP crossings
R&N posts record year in freight rail, excursion business
People news from Tealinc and DART (Jan. 3)
FRA considers waiving some Buy America requirements for Brightline West project
STB approves Gulf & Atlantic plan to acquire Northern Indiana Railroad
Rail supplier news from Thales and STV (Jan. 2)
NS reports progress made in 2023
Port NOLA to receive USDOT grant for LIT project
GMXT to become G&W's partner in CG Railway
Transit News
Pittsburgh Regional Transit to conduct 2 light-rail repair projects
SFMTA names Kirschbaum acting director of transportation
MBTA completes T Track improvements, removes slow zones
Amtrak awards contracts for Sawtooth Bridges replacement
CTA surpasses rail operator hiring goal, restores pre-pandemic service levels
OIG: Amtrak's initial fleet procurement requirements led to delay
U.S. Sen. Markey, Rep. Deluzio introduce All Aboard Act
USDOT releases $250M for Honolulu passenger-rail project
PATH to slash fares for passengers with disabilities
MTA's board to consider $1.27B order for NYCT subway cars
CHSRA kicks off Fresno grade separation project
WMATA to return Metrorail trains to automatic control mode
NJ Transit awards $444M contract for Raritan River Bridge lift
Gov. Hochul lauds MTA improvements at Metro-North Railroad
TTC issues RFP for new Line 2 subway trains
Pritzker taps Biagi to head Illinois DOT
Updated: NJ Transit CEO Corbett to step down in January, Kolluri to assume role
California commission awards funds for rail crossing upgrades in Pomona
Utah Transit Authority marks 25 years of light-rail service
ADOT forms panel to guide study of potential Phoenix-Tucson rail line
Ontario awards Northlander station construction contract, unveils exterior train design
Caltrain to move HQ to Millbrae
Amtrak completes upgrades at North Carolina station
Sauer takes over as SEPTA's interim GM
Ontario government appoints Lindsay interim leader at Metrolinx
Ontario commits C$758M investment for new Toronto subway trains
RTD-Denver issues RFP for remaining downtown rail reconstruction phases
Amtrak reports ridership record, revenue improvements for FY2024
MassDOT unveils final report on Northern Tier passenger-rail study
PATH logs record rail ridership for October
First of three arches arrives for new Portal North Bridge project
Biden appoints second emergency board to address NJ Transit labor dispute
Amtrak to reinstate temporarily suspended Empire services for winter
UPDATED: SEPTA, transit workers union reach tentative labor deal
WMATA opens third police station
Amtrak, NJ Transit update efforts to fix NEC service disruptions
Santa Clara VTA board elects Lopez chair
Caltrain electric service increased ridership
PANYNJ issues $1.2B contract to Tutor Perini/O&G for AirTrain Newark design-build
San Diego MTS, DA look to combat 'wildcatting'
NJ Transit selects new operator of Hudson-Bergen light-rail system
FRA awards $1.5B to Northeast Corridor passenger-rail projects
California agency commits to long-term study of LOSSAN rail corridor
Amtrak's Floridian makes inaugural trip
CSX Santa Train to stop for hurricane victims; other railroads to run holiday trains
California awards $71 million in funding for Valley Rail program
NJ Transit unveils new multilevel electric rail cars
APTA: Voters OK $25B in U.S. transit ballot measures in 2024
Metrolink Holiday Train to expand service
FHWA: Grants available to make transportation systems more resilient
MTA unveils first of Metro-North's new locomotives
Virginia Railway Express, VPRA wrap up Quantico station upgrades
Amtrak: Winter Park Express to launch earlier this season
CPKC, KC Streetcar Authority launch holiday streetcar service
FTA awards $10.5M to fund TOD projects
California secures $54.5M grant to build Madera high-speed rail station
Amtrak receives federal grants to improve Chicago service, support Midwest projects
Amtrak selects HNTB for electrical upgrade work on Harrisburg Line
CalSTA awards $1B to transit, intercity rail projects
Metrolinx wraps up accessibility upgrades at Eglinton GO Station
PATH set ridership records in September
SEPTA CEO Richards to step down in late November
Amtrak asks STB to dismiss Gulf Coast petition
Amtrak Borealis trains served over 100,000 riders since May
MTA names Crichlow president of New York City Transit
CalSTA awards LA Metro $231M grant for Southeast Gateway Line
Amtrak breaks ground on new Mobile train station
San Bernardino transit agency solicits input on underground shuttle project
OCTA allocates $42.4M to support community transit
Northern Central Railway names Krieg superintendent operations manager
RTD-Denver: Copper wire thefts disrupt light-rail service
SEPTA to offer childcare benefits to employees
People news from NJ Transit and Transdev
L.A. Metro's September rail ridership inches toward pre-COVID levels
NJ Transit train operator killed, riders injured after train strikes fallen tree
MTA launches new subway cars on Staten Island Railway
RTD-Denver marks 30 years of light-rail service
APTA honors MARTA for transit excellence
LA Metro continues rail ridership growth trend
Amtrak, MTA, NJ Transit issue Penn Station capacity expansion study
Northern Central Railways acquires historic locomotive
MTA promises historic amount of work for underutilized businesses
WMATA training rail roadway workers under old rules, safety panel finds
TriMet OKs 4-year labor pact with ATU
MTA board approves $68.4B capital plan for 2025-2029
FRA signs $3B grant agreement for Brightline West project
PATH to install composite, cement rail ties
FTA directs agencies to assess workers' risk of assault
Amtrak to offer temporary Chicago-Miami service
USDOT awards MBTA $472M to replace North Station drawbridge
MTA begins rehab of Long Island Rail Road's Babylon terminal
Ontario wraps up construction of Finch West light-rail stations, stops
Michigan City to become a train-horn Quiet Zone
Brightline marks first year of rail service to Orlando station
MBTA to partially open renovated Winchester station this month
NJ Transit OKs contract to build 'safe-haven' storage for rail cars, locomotives
Metrolink to increase train service by nearly 23%
Major LIRR mainline project earns 2024 Hay award
MTA opens coffee shops to attract more Long Island Rail Road riders
Study: Dallas-area TOD projects boost region's economy
MBTA to open new Dorchester Avenue Bridge next week
USHSR: Siemens' high-speed train plant marks an industry milestone
Brightline booking system partners with AccesRail
California High-Speed Rail Authority, Brisbane settle lawsuit
LA Metro receives $893M grant for light-rail project
CTA responds to 2 shootings in 2 days on its system
CTA names 'Refresh & Renew' sites for fall
RTD-Denver wraps up first phase of Downtown Loop reconstruction
CTA pilots AI technology to detect guns
SEPTA to increase Regional Rail line service
Report: Charlotte to spend $91M to acquire track, land for commuter-rail project
MTA hires Falasca as agency's first criminal justice advocate
Virginia, NS advance new pact to enable passenger-rail expansion
WMATA to reopen 4 Red Line stations
LA Metro logged rail ridership growth in July
Amtrak Virginia service arrives at Newport News station
Amtrak, NJ Transit issue report on service disruptions
TransLink steps up fare enforcement
WMATA approves 4-year labor pact with ATU
KC Streetcar begins rail testing on line extension
APTA names 2024-25 board executives
HART awards $1.66B contract for Honolulu's Skyline rail extension
MARTA disputes audit that says it overcharged Atlanta for transit expansion
Connecticut DOT to begin rail crossing upgrades on PW line
Two WMATA buildings receive LEED Gold certification
San Francisco agency obtains first approval for train-control upgrade
CTA awards contract for Red Line Extension
PATH's TAPP system tops 10 million taps
FTA updates safety training requirements
MBTA to launch battery-electric trains, add bi-level cars
VRE, MARC partner on cross-system fares
Florida expands SunRail commuter-rail service to DeLand
CTA reopens Damen Station after 70 years
MBTA seeks Alewife Station joint development partner
LA Metro seeks input on K Line rail extension
Amtrak slated to complete $260M in NEC renewal projects
Sound Transit begins Sumner Station project
California High-Speed Rail Authority names Choudri CEO
MARTA hires TSA exec to lead external affairs team
Keolis to assume dispatching for MBTA's South Coast Rail
Amtrak clears major hurdle to resume Gulf Coast service
ASWC unions agree on pact for Amtrak on-board service workers
VTA: BART Silicon Valley Extension to receive $5.1B in FTA funding
CTA updates station accessibility program
Audit: WMATA's roadway worker protections are lacking
NY Gov. Hochul commits $54M for Second Avenue Subway project
Nashville's WeGo Star rail service could expand under draft transit plan
Pittsburgh Regional Transit considers new rail-car purchase
Copper-wire thefts impact Denver's light-rail service
TransLink: Half of transit services may be cut without new funding model
NJ Transit to buy 36 additional multilevel cars
Final car in BART's original 'Fleet of the Future' contract ready to roll
FRA, California renew federal pact for high-speed rail environmental reviews
RTD-Denver lifts speed restrictions as it completes light-rail repairs
Hiring success prompts Metro Transit to expand service
Inglewood picks 'best value proposer' for LA-area people mover
CTA reports success with new chatbot
San Diego MTS OKs new Copper Line Trolley
Sound Transit sets public hearing for transit development plan
BLET members ratify new SEPTA contract
Amtrak unveils revised design for West Baltimore MARC Station
Canada commits to largest-ever public transit investment
Metrolinx: Ontario Line connection work begins
RTD-Denver celebrates serving 50 million A-Line commuter-rail riders
BART releases 2023 sustainability report
WMATA breaks ground on Crystal City Metrorail station entrance
CHSRA completes grade separations in Fresno County
FTA orders SEPTA to fix safety problems
Maryland unveils first Purple Line light-rail vehicle
FRA announces $153M in funding for intercity passenger-rail services
VIA Rail unveils exterior design for Lumi train
High Desert bullet-train authority, unions sign labor pacts
Brightline to run 'sing-along' trains to Swift's Miami concerts
SEPTA logs decrease in serious crime in 2024's first half
Amtrak Borealis ridership tops 18,500 in first month
Hudson River Tunnel rail project locks in key federal funding
FTA to mark 60th anniversary
Amtrak improves Ethan Allen Express, adds New Jersey airport stops
MBTA negotiates labor contracts in record time
North Carolina officials break ground on S-Line rail project
LA Metro to launch public safety department
Maryland to pursue light-rail service for Baltimore's Red Line
VTA taps Bechtel as BART Silicon Valley Extension construction manager
Amtrak awards Connecticut River Bridge construction contract
Amtrak, CSX to install PTC on Downeaster; Amtrak, NJ Transit to examine NEC service disruptions
Amtrak kicks off Brattleboro Station project
Valley Metro lands $15.9M grant for streetcar extension
California authority awards design contract for high-speed rail track, OCS
OCTA approves $1.76B budget for FY2025
Zero-emission passenger train arrives in San Bernardino County
NCTD appoints Rogers rail operations director
RTA board elects Dillard to third term as chair
California transit-rail officials kick off Valley Rail construction phase
Regular weekend service to resume at PATH station
MARTA, San Diego MTS adopt FY2025 budgets
LA Metro ridership grows for 18 consecutive months
NJ Transit completes Elizabeth Station renovation
Amtrak updates STB on status of future Gulf Coast service
HART energizes next section of Honolulu's Skyline rail system
Coalition drafts roadmap for high-speed rail projects
Santa Clara VTA, SEPTA break ground on construction projects
AASHTO asks Congress to back CRISI funding for rail in all states
Amtrak issues 2023 sustainability report
MBTA OKs five-year capital investment plan
Virginia, city of Charlotte notify STB of plans to acquire portions of NS lines
UTA names Preusser COO, slates Frontrunner expansion
Nixed NYC congestion toll prompts review of MTA capital programs
Louisiana state officials pledge $230.5M to Port NOLA projects
Virginia panel OKs VRE Manassas Line, Crystal City station projects to reduce I-66 congestion
Greater Cleveland RTA awarded $16M FTA grant
CTA to begin advance construction for Red Line Extension
APTA honors 6 transit agencies for rail safety, security, emergency management
Virginia Passenger Rail Authority, NS in talks for new rail agreement
Ontario awards contracts to restore northeastern passenger-rail service
Tri-Rail to introduce express train to MiamiCentral
SacRT completes testing of new low-floor trains
MBTA obtains $67M grant to make Green Line stations accessible
Maryland issues RFP for rebuilding Key Bridge
GOP lawmakers demand info on California high-speed rail funding
NJ Transit awarded $83M grant for Brick Church Station modernization
Crichlow named interim president of NYCT
FTA announces $10.5M funding available for TOD planning
CapeFLYER opens 11th season of Boston-to-Hyannis rail service
LA Metro certifies final environmental report for Eastside Transit project
CHSRA releases final environmental document for San Francisco-LA segment
VRE completes Fredericksburg station project
TriMet adopts FY2025 budget
CN to perform trackwork on Amtrak Adirondack Line
Amtrak completes accessibility upgrades at Tennessee station
House passes bill to stop FTA funding for CRRC rail cars
Safety panel audits WMATA's rail-car program
South Shore Line double-track project wraps up in Indiana
Metra's Homewood station to reopen May 20
Portal North Bridge project reaches halfway point
NCTD appoints Tulley, Dover, Rodriguez to leadership roles
USDOT solicits applications for latest round of SMART grants
Valley Metro seeks public input on light-rail extension plans
WMATA retires 2000-series trains
After 23 years, major changes to Metro-North's Harmon shop are done
Federal budget includes allocation for VTA's Silicon Valley extension
Mobile zoning board OKs train platform for Amtrak Gulf Coast service
STB appoints Moyer head of passenger-rail office
Metra responds to Chicago transit merger proposal
OIG: Amtrak can improve oversight of Portal North Bridge project
Amtrak issues RFIs for Wi-Fi connectivity along NEC
Brightline West picks Siemens to build high-speed trains
Amtrak to launch new Twin Cities-Chicago round trip
WMATA $4.8B budget maintains service, avoids drastic cuts
Honolulu receives FTA funds, 20th train for new rail system
Long Island Rail Road marks 190th anniversary
MTA unveils next round of NYC subway station upgrades
Brookville to rehab Dulles' mobile lounge, plane mate prototype vehicles
FRA posts 2024 NEC passenger-rail project inventory
Brightline West breaks ground on high-speed rail line
OIG provides insights to help detect Amtrak contract and procurement fraud risks
SEPTA proposes FY2025 operating, capital budgets
Virginia proposes rail improvements over six years
NC-Virginia rail compact obtains federal funds
FTA finalizes regulation for transit safety, security
Amtrak releases fourth annual diversity report
LA Metro issues environmental report on Southeast Gateway Line project
Report: SEPTA cancels $185M rail-car contract with CRRC
MTA names Free president of Long Island Rail Road
California high-speed rail board OKs RFP for new trainsets
Feds award grants to MTA for rail-yard project, Metrolink for track-intrusion detection system
PANYNJ unveils $430M PATH improvement plan
Amtrak names construction contractor for Wilmington operations center
MTA seeks master tenant to develop LIRR Grand Central
LA Metro wraps 5-year tunneling project for subway extension
NJ Transit to test AI to improve safety at light-rail crossings
NCDOT solicits input on updated plan for passenger-rail facility
NYPD to test weapon-detection technology in subways
Oberman names STB passenger-rail advisory committee members
RTD-Denver OKs contracts for downtown rail intersection reconstruction
Caltrain retires 32 diesel passenger cars, issues RFI for new HQ
Atlanta Mayor Dickens announces plans for 4 new MARTA stations
Metro-North to use federal funds for automated rail-car inspection
New tap-and-go payment system now in all PATH terminals
L.A. Metro installs three executives in high-ranking roles
Canada's three largest transit agencies urge early launch of permanent transit fund
Brightline ranked No. 1 for 'social good' by Fast Company
NC By Train ridership continues to grow in 2024
RTD launches elevator pilot program to address illegal activities
President Biden nominates Homendy to continue as NTSB chair
NJ Transit advances ambitious projects at Hoboken Terminal
Brightline aims to locate rail station on Florida's Space Coast
People news from Houston METRO, SEPTA, STB and NMB
Tri-Rail reaches pre-pandemic ridership mark
Biden FY25 budget proposes nearly $4B for major transit projects
Rail supplier news from HNTB and Alstom
WMATA: New strategy produced ridership increase, other improvements
Santa Clara VTA approves construction of East San Jose light-rail extension
Colorado Gov. Polis rides demo train on Front Range rail route
Gov. Hochul to deploy National Guard, state police to help protect NYC subway riders
TTC issues RFP for Bloor-Yonge subway project
Maryland to delay Purple Line light-rail opening
Amtrak awards contract for Philadelphia rail yard project
NTSB: Roadway worker's workload a factor in Caltrain accident
Downtown Denver light-rail reconstruction project to start in May
Gateway commission awards delivery partner contract for Hudson Tunnel Project
OIG: Amtrak faces MoE challenges
STB wants Amtrak Gulf Coast status update by March 15
WMATA beefs up security on trains, buses
Sound Transit launches digital wayfinding app
Metra, Metrolink to acquire zero-emission rail vehicles
Ohio DOT awards $9.5M to GCRTA for transit projects
SEPTA, Maryland Transit secure federal funds to replace rail cars
California panel awards $7.2M to OCTA to restore rail link
Montreal, Seattle transit systems update rail expansion plans
Caltrans orders more hydrogen-powered trains from Stadler
LA Metro's 2023 ridership highest since the pandemic
California High-Speed Rail Authority seeks input on draft business plan
WMATA unveils three-year construction plan
Report: Ohio lawmakers consider rejoining Midwest passenger-rail compact
Ontario to extend Hazel McCallion LRT line, build Mississauga loop
Honolulu officials sign FTA funding pact for rail expansion project
SFMTA: Muni ridership rose 25% in 2023
FTA awards $110 million in emergency relief funding
MTA launches open-gangway train into service
Caltrans issues emergency declaration after Orange County landslide
Amtrak, CSX, NS and Alabama port officials ask STB to cancel hearing on Gulf Coast service
MTA releases fall 2023 customer-survey results
TriMet proposes MAX system improvements
Gov. Shaprio budget to call for boost in SEPTA, transit funding
Amtrak Baltimore Penn Station platform to open in spring
Valley Metro celebrates opening of light-rail extension in Phoenix
OCTA, Metrolink clear tracks after another landslide
Rosecrans Avenue Bridge opens over rail line
NTSB releases preliminary report on NYCT train-to-train crash
Senate confirms three Amtrak board members
Amtrak Virginia reports ridership record for 2023
MTA awards utility-relocation contract for Second Avenue Subway extension
USDOT OKs $2.5B in private activity bond allocation for Brightline West project
STB to hold hearing on status of Amtrak Gulf Coast settlement
Senators call on Appropriations to fight for passenger-rail funding
NC By Train logs record ridership
CTA: Surveys show rider satisfaction is improving
Scarsdale Metro-North Station now fully accessible
NTSB to investigate 2 fatal train-vehicle crashes at Florida grade crossing
Report: Amtrak to begin on-track testing of new high-speed trains
Sound Transit's board approves Sparrman as interim CEO
TEXRail marks five years of commuter-rail service
WMATA marks construction start of mixed-use building in North Bethesda
CHSRA releases shortlist of potential train suppliers
Tri-Rail's downtown Miami service to launch this week
FTA set to award $1B grant to Inglewood Transit Connector
CTA reopens Yellow Line to rail service
STB seeks nominees for passenger-rail advisory panel
NTSB's Homendy cites 'poor safety culture' in WMATA's 2021 train derailment
USDOT extends comment period on ADA requirements
MARTA: FTA review cites strong stewardship of public money
Amtrak solicits public input on Chicago Union Station improvements
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