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STB seeks nominees for rail energy panel
CMA CGM to acquire two terminals at Port of New York and New Jersey
Class I employment grew 4.4 percent in November
PSR's impact on rail safety 'inconclusive,' GAO says
CN, CP exceeded grain revenue entitlements in 2021-22 crop year
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CSX revamps employee attendance policy
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PennDOT awards $26 million for rail infrastructure projects
USDOT solicits applications for FY23 RAISE grants
CN, CP earn 'A' grade on climate change transparency
NS awards $1 million in grants to Hampton Roads nonprofits
Michigan DOT awards grants to fund grade crossing repairs
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California panel OKs funds for Montebello grade separation project
KCS obtains ISO certification for Shreveport yard operation
Washington commission OKs two-person train crew rules
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NCDOT awards $12 million in short-line improvement funds
WSDOT awards grant for Spokane Valley grade separation project
STB releases details for upcoming hearing on UP embargoes
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Investors call for paid sick leave at NS, UP
Regional Rail to buy three Midwest short lines
Quality Carriers recognized as a top employer for women
MassDOT, Amtrak, CSX seek CRISI grant for rail corridor projects
ACWR seeks STB approval to acquire NS line in North Carolina
NOPB, Watco subsidiary gain grants through new Louisiana program
Ohio commission OKs closing of CSX, NS dual-track crossings
Operation Lifesaver awards grants to fund transit-rail safety campaigns
R.J. Corman, Sasol announce switching contract
Biden signs bill to prevent national rail shutdown
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Norfolk Southern honored for HQ building design
House votes to prevent rail shutdown, OKs separate sick-leave measure
CN donates funds to emergency medical service
AAR opposes U.S. House measure on paid sick leave
Ellerman City Liners launches container service at Jaxport
RAC announces 2022 Safety Award winners
U.S. senators call for coal representation on STB committee
CN taps rail veteran Harris as EVP, COO
Biden calls on Congress to avert rail strike
BTS: Transborder freight moved by rail surged in September
Canada solicits climate change proposals for rail infrastructure
HyperloopTT to merge with Forest Road Acquisition
SC Ports completes first phase of Port Greer rail expansion
Norfolk Southern VP Stuart to retire, Gray named successor
STB sets hearing on UP's embargo practice
BNSF trains start using new Sandpoint Connector Bridge
Class Is' hiring binge continued in October
Norfolk Southern to acquire Cincinnati Southern Railway
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TSA names rail officials to security advisory committee
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Ohio panel OKs grant for Dwight & Church rail infrastructure project
Rail strike would push U.S. economy into recession, chemical manufacturers say
NS contributes funds to Georgia Tech sustainability program
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Union Pacific issues latest Climate Action Plan
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IBB rejects contract ratification; BLET, LIRR ink tentative pact
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R.J. Corman signs agreement to acquire 19th railroad
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UP to add environmental sustainability to giving program
Intermodal container yard coming to northern Illinois short line
RAC releases 2020 rail performance report
NCCC, BMWED extend contract cooling-off period into December
United Nations Global Compact enlists CN as member
Illinois, Ohio commissions approve grade crossing upgrades
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Private, public sectors show support for rail Interchange project in Washington
BNSF's revenue rose, income and volume fell in Q3
OmniTRAX industrial team members earn global recognition
Iowa Interstate renames Illinois yard to honor longtime leader Robert Pietrandrea
IAM workers ratify national labor agreement with major freight roads
NARBW elects Carmouche president
BNSF's Taylor takes home AAR's top environmental professional award
UP opens grain transload terminal at Chicago-area intermodal hub
Watco completes expansion, upgrades at Texas terminal
Coast Guard releases final environmental analysis of BNSF's proposed North Dakota bridge project
CSX rail improvement project underway in North Carolina
ARCI: Freight-car orders soar in Q3
STB sets hearing on Amtrak Gulf Coast service; extends Class I reporting period
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Canada's Transportation Safety Board releases 2022 'watchlist'
USDOT to award $703 million in port infrastructure grants
Business groups ask Biden to intervene in rail labor negotiations
ASLRRA honors Pacific Harbor Line with President's Safety Award
Coos Bay port wins federal grant for rail tie, ballast project
CP posts 'solid' Q3 financial results
Alpenglow, CC&L to acquire Alberta Midland Railway Terminal
CREATE partners break ground on Forest Hill Flyover, 71st Street grade separation projects
CN's Q3: New revenue, operating income records
CN logs another grain-haul record
KCS to break ground next week on second International Bridge
New hearings set for Lac-Megantic rail bypass project
ACWR opens North Carolina logistics park for rail customers
KCSM's Oscar del Cueto named president of Mexico's rail association
CN, Unifor begin contract negotiations
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Koppers to acquire crosstie supplier Gross & Janes
Rail carriers: BMWED's latest contract demands will be rejected
BNSF Logistics taps Misch as interim president
Class I employment increased in September
TSA issues cybersecurity directive for freight, passenger railroads
Wabtec completes first CN Dash 9 locomotive overhaul
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Illinois panel OKs safety improvements at NS, BNSF grade crossings
NCFO becomes sixth union to ratify rail labor pact
STB creates office to analyze Amtrak's OTP
Iowa commission OKs $6.3 million in rail project grants, loans
SMART MD ratifies labor pact with freight railroads
NTSB hires Marshall as agency's first chief HR officer
CN, IBEW end arbitration, announce new contract
Minnesota DOT solicits rail-service improvement grant applications
WisDOT awards funding to link two businesses to CN line
BMWED rejects tentative pact with freight railroads
State transportation leaders to pledge contract opportunities for HUBs
PennDOT accepting unsolicited P3 proposals
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Savage to build UP-served rail port in Utah
UP, ZTR to build hybrid-electric locomotives
Norfolk Southern EVP Elkins joins NAM board
UP adds to its electric vehicle fleet
Train dispatchers ratify labor pact; BLET ratifies agreements with BNSF
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CII to honor Kellaway, Lawrence
CN unveils 2022-23 winter operating plan
NS combines transportation, network operations; promotes Duncan
STB extends CP-KCS merger hearing
BNSF to build $1.5B rail complex in Southern California
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NTSB investigating deadly collision between train, stored rail cars
Norfolk Southern donates funds to food pantries
Electrical workers ratify new contract with freight railroads
Canadian government, rail industry pledge to help Ukraine
Nissan to start moving vehicles through Port of Brunswick
Two South Dakota short-line projects land federal grants
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Patriot Rail to acquire short-line operator Delta Southern
WisDOT awards freight-rail improvement grants, loans
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STB releases details for CP-KCS merger hearing
UP, Shell sign MOU aimed at reducing GHGs
Progress Rail to provide BNSF with zero-exhaust emission locomotives
Southern portion completed at Colorado rail park
CN's Neumiller, village of Valemount win Roger Cyr rail safety awards
Mulligan to succeed the retiring Nober as BNSF's chief legal officer
Connecticut, Pennsylvania DOTs solicit feedback on state rail plans
INFRA grant a boost to CREATE's Ogden Junction rail project
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CN highlights progress toward ESG targets
Canadian Pacific unveils emissions calculator
Operation Lifesaver, railroads kick off Rail Safety Week
Class Is log U.S. employment surge for August
Rail supplier news from Alstom, Intersection and STV (Sept. 19)
Rail customers ask Congress to reauthorize STB
USDOT awards $1.5 billion in INFRA grants
SeaPort Manatee wins INFRA grant for yard expansion project
NTSB: Coal train derailed after towing vessel crew misread chart
Tentative labor agreement brings sighs of relief
Patriot Rail completes Pioneer Lines acquisition
Biden announces tentative labor deal; strike averted
Anacostia hosts Denver grad students for short-line tour
Major tie project in the works for Metra UP line
Amtrak suspends more long-distance trains
BNSF Salmon Bay Bridge project awarded INFRA grant
Class Is enact plans for possible strike; IAM members vote down tentative agreement
Rail supplier news from Koppers, Alstom, Waterfall Security, Nascent and Buckeye (Sept. 13)
PennDOT solicits grant applications for multimodal projects
Union Pacific issues $600 million in green bonds
AREMA chooses CSX, North Carolina DOT as annual Hay award winners
Looming strike prompts Amtrak to cancel some long-distance routes
RSI Logistics to operate Madison Railroad transload site
MassDOT awards industrial rail access grants
NCCC, three more unions ink tentative agreements
Class Is prep for rail strike, unions cry 'corporate extortion'
Rail supplier news from VLS, Trinity and Nordic (Sept. 9)
Livonia, Avon & Lakeville Railroads name Babcock president, CEO
AAR: Rail strike could cost $2B a day
Sierra Northern unveils hydrogen-powered locomotive design
RAISE grant to fund grade separation at L.A. port
Kansas City Southern's Holiday Express to tour this year
KCS kicks off program to certify shippers' rail-ready sites
STB: Five Class Is were 'revenue adequate' in 2021
BLET members to vote on BNSF-Montana Rail Link pacts
South Louisiana port awarded FEMA funds to boost security
Railroads, two more unions reach tentative pacts
Rail supplier news from Greenbrier, Amsted and IntelliTrans (Sept. 2)
Survey: Most rail workers favor strike
EDA grant to help fund new rail spur at Missouri industrial park
BNSF honors customers for sustainability efforts
USDOT calls for next round of CRISI grant applications
Merchants Bridge replacement project nears completion
KDOT awards funding for rail extension at Kansas Logistics Park
LRW seeks 'Railway Woman of the Year' nominations
Railroads, three unions reach tentative labor agreements
BLET, SMART-TD: Talks have yet to resolve contract issues
Holland hosts Sen. Duckworth staffer on plant tour
BTS: North American transborder freight-by-rail rose in June
WisDOT awards grant to fund rail platform project at Manitowoc port
TNW names Franklin VP, Evans development director
Amtrak, CSX, NS ask STB to extend mediation period in Gulf Coast case
Safety board calls on Canadian rail industry to speed up ATC implementation
Rail supplier news from RailWorks, Hub, PS Logistics, Stadler, Lilee and VLS Environmental (Aug. 24)
USDOT adds members to Regional Infrastructure Accelerator program
ACC survey: Supply-chain issues persist for chemicals industry
OmniTRAX short lines honor safe shippers
Watco named rail operator at Kansas industrial park
PEB recommendations 'fall short' of labor's concerns, union leader says
STB concerned service troubles could impact grain harvest season
Rail supplier news from Alstom, Balfour Beatty and PTSI Transportation (Aug. 19)
BNSF to lift California permit embargo next month
Pennsylvania commission adopts new 12-year transportation plan
Gov. Pritzker, Illinois DOT unveil $34.6B transportation plan
Rep. Mast proposes loosening truck size limits
CN, Keyera sign MOU to evaluate potential for clean energy terminal in Alberta
PEB sends Biden recommendations for resolving rail labor dispute
CAGTC members win RAISE funding for port, rail projects
CFIUS approves CP-KCS merger
Rail supplier news from AITX, CDL and LRW (Aug. 15)
CN to STB: CP acknowledges divestiture of KCS line would increase competition
Rail supplier news from STV, IntelliTrans and 3C Telemetry (Aug. 12)
Payne elected Unifor president
MARTA wins RAISE grant to transform Five Points rail station
California short line sues to block local, state oversight
Rail supplier news from Wabtec, Thales, Aspen Equipment and Railway & Locomotive Historical Society (Aug. 9)
Canadian officials solicit public input on Lac-Megantic rail bypass project
PennDOT seeks applicants for freight-rail grants
Patriot Rail to acquire Pioneer Lines
Progressive Railroading recognizes suppliers with 2022 Reader's Choice Awards
South Dakota DOT seeks public input on state freight plan
Q2 a mixed bag for BNSF with higher revenue, lower volume
STB releases draft environmental report for proposed CP-KCS merger
Hudson Bay Railway to support northern Canada connectivity through federal-provincial partnership
STB sets rail industry's cost of capital
Kinston short line launches rail operations
Rail supplier news from Greenbrier, Alstom and IntegriCo (Aug. 3)
KCS, CP launch effort to protect monarch butterfly
Freight-rail shipping law proposed to resolve service problems
PANYNJ cargo volume, PATH ridership rose in June
Former CSX Chair, CEO Watkins dies
ARCI: Rail-car orders fell, deliveries rose in Q2
CN releases annual grain plan
South Florida RTA appoints Dech executive director
U.S. Class I workforce grew in June
Railroads oppose FRA's proposed train crew rule, labor backs it
BNSF opens new Tacoma intermodal facility
Canadian Pacific reports 'strong' results in Q2
North Carolina Railroad to help preserve historic train depot
UP, Wabtec ink locomotive modernization pact
CN delivers record revenue, income in Q2
Rail supplier news from Asite, Trainyard Tech, Thales and Road & Rail (July 26)
Illinois reps, senators oppose CP-KCS merger
Canadian government to audit CP safety practices, announces new rail safety actions
Lawmakers tout Illinois as site for rail research 'center of excellence'
BLET members OK contract with Illinois and Midland Railroad
NTSB issues preliminary report on Amtrak derailment in Missouri
STB sets public hearing dates in CP-KCS merger case
Ohio panel issues grants to Wheeling & Lake Erie, transload facility project
KCS updates sustainability data
STB rejects Foster Farms' request to extend UP service order
KCSM to invest in Celaya rail line, exclusivity rights extended in Mexico
Rail supplier news from Road & Rail, Southern National, RSI and Everysens (July 19)
UP starts returning its rail cars to service
Iowa DOT solicits applications for diesel emissions reduction grants
Construction begins on future rail-served commerce center at Little Rock port
CP, KCS respond to merger comments
Biden names PEB in rail labor dispute
Rail supplier news from IMC, H&M Intermodal, Transdev and AllTranstek (July 15)
Canada announces millions in funding for rail projects in Saskatchewan, Manitoba
SMART TD leaders indicate support for rail strike
BNSF honors top safety employees of 2021
J.B. Hunt launches Southern California transload service
Amtrak to STB: Reject CN request for divestiture of KCS line
Port of Windsor receives funding for warehouse expansion
Developers acquire CMC Railroad, Houston logistics park
Rail supplier news from Cathcart, The Andersons, Greenbrier, Cyclyx and Pandrol (July 12)
Bettendorf council OKs pact with CP to mitigate increased train traffic
Watco hosts Sen. Moran at Kansas short line
CP joins UN Global Compact
Rail supplier news from Humatics, Hitachi Rail, Thales, Alstom and Koppers (July 7)
Canada unveils measures to protect rail infrastructure from extreme weather
Retailers to Biden: Get involved in the rail labor dispute
Sierra Northern Railway relocates Ventura headquarters
Ohio panel approves LED light installations at NS grade crossings
Rail shippers call on Biden to help Class Is, unions settle contract dispute
Rail supplier news from HDR, Koppers, MTA, Radiant Logistics, Railmark, Strato, STV and Volvo Penta (July 5)
STB continues emergency order in Foster Farms, UP case
IBEW agrees to arbitration, ending strike at CN
CN earns another 'best corporate citizen' ranking, announces more capex budgets
Letters citing rail service crisis continue to circulate at STB
USDOT seeks applicants for new crossing elimination grant program
Jaxport renews lease with Trailer Bridge; Port of Oshawa to expand
CN announces more cap-ex projects in four states
Three rail unions ratify labor pact with Canadian Pacific
Rail supplier news from AITX, RailPros, Alstom and Tenneco (June 29)
CN slates cap-ex projects in two states, two provinces
NS promotes Nag, Morris, Wong to executive team
NS kicks off new operating plan
Jaxport completes berth improvements at Blount Island Terminal
Federal Maritime Commission members object to CP-KCS merger
Congestion prompts BNSF to limit certain California-bound shipments
CSX kicks off Chicago intermodal yard expansion project
Rail supplier news from Stantec, Thales and STV (June 21)
BLET ratifies new contract with DM&E
CREATE Program wraps up Argo Connections project
South Kansas & Oklahoma Railroad to serve new soybean plant
STB issues emergency service order to Union Pacific
NMB: Carriers, 12 rail unions enter cooling-off period
CN maintains rail operations as IBEW begins strike
NS to serve Middle Georgia Megasite
USDA, Port of Houston partner to ease congestion for ag shippers
Rail supplier news from Wabtec, ARINC, Koppers and Ricardo (June 16)
S.D. Rail Board considers federal funding for quiet zones
Bankruptcy trustee seeks auction of San Luis & Rio Grande rail assets
Illinois commission issues grants for six rail bridge, crossing projects
NMB calls for arbitration in rail labor contract talks
Rail supplier news from Alstom and Rolling Stock Solutions (June 14)
Rail service to return to Thorold Multimodal Hub
NTSB releases findings in two rail-worker fatality cases
STB orders four Class Is to provide more detailed service recovery plans
STB orders mediation in Amtrak Gulf Coast case
Rail supplier news from HyperloopTT, Rail Operations, Aspen Equipment, Hitachi Rail and Transit Wireless (June 9)
San Bernardino council clears BNSF intermodal project's environmental report
NS, UP, Hapag-Lloyd, Virginia port form coast-to-coast shipping option
Consortium to research climate-change risks to U.S. rail network
UP joins RailPulse coalition
Indiana port wraps up TIGER-funded rail infrastructure projects
Transport Canada announces rail safety improvements
CN signs on to Wabtec's new precision dispatch system
Rail supplier news from RailPulse, Railinc, Keolis, Mi-Jack, L.B. Foster and Transdev (June 3)
L.A. Metro begins Rosecrans/Marquardt grade separation project
Transport Canada OKs measures to reduce derailment risk
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NCDOT's 10-year transportation plan open for review
Federal grant dollars continue flowing to rail projects
CSX wraps up Pan Am acquisition
Rail supplier news from IMC, L.B. Foster, Keolis, Wabtec, Hitachi Energy and Trinity (May 31)
White House appoints Lyons to lead Supply Chain Task Force
CSX inducted into Climate Leadership Hall of Fame
Kansas DOT awards grants for rail improvement projects
USDOT seeks grant applications for UTC, TOD programs
Oregon DOT awards grants for 21 multimodal projects
CRISI grant awards announced for local rail projects
Rail supplier news from Wabtec, ENSCO and RailPros (May 26)
Canada to help fund rail, port terminal expansion projects in New Brunswick
Rail supplier news from NRE, SELSCS, Ricardo and Trainyard Tech (May 25)
Reading & Northern receives first frac sand unit train
Jaxport completes harbor deepening project
Environmental groups call on Biden administration to ban LNG by rail
CN's board elects Bruder chair
FRA publishes FY21 safety enforcement report
Watco completes Alabama training center expansion
CSX included on 'Best Corporate Citizens' list
Transport Canada updates rules for securing trains
Watson Bryant to lead New Orleans Public Belt Railroad
Verhey to lead RSI tank-car committee
BNSF attendance policy tweaks are not enough, rail union leader says
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Illinois commission OKs crossing upgrades on UP track
Rio Grande selects engineering, construction firms for Uinta Basin rail project
Shaw emphasizes customer service at NS shareholders meeting
CSX recognizes 65 companies for hazmat safety in 2021
NCDOT awards rail infrastructure grants to short lines, ports authority
UP marks 30th anniversary of Mexican franchise
Ohio rail commission OKs grants for short lines, manufacturers
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Rail supplier news from PTSI, STV and Nippon Express (May 10)
TNW's Treangen asks Texas lawmakers to consider short-line investment
Transport Canada proposes new freight-rail reporting requirements
STB to require railroads to report more rail-service, employment data
North Shore Railroad expands service in Pennsylvania
Rail supplier news from Advanced Rail, RR Mergers, Danella and Thales (May 6)
USDOT proposes temporary waiver on Buy America requirements for construction materials
Watco designated 'most-loved' workplace
ATCO to build hydrogen production, fueling stations for CP locomotives
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The Andersons to sell rail-car repair business to Cathcart Rail
Transportation industry mourns death of Secretary Mineta
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AAR: Service disruptions don't justify 'forced switching' regs
Charlotte Western Railroad begins operations in North Carolina
BNSF reports higher revenue, profit, expenses in Q1
OIG: FRA must improve track inspection program
STB proposes to codify certain voluntary rail submissions
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STB determines data to be used for environmental analysis in proposed CP-KCS merger
CP cites bad weather, lower grain volume and labor dispute for Q1 revenue decrease
NS to permanently protect wetlands in South Carolina
Michigan bill ensures full funding of grade crossing infrastructure
NCRR to contribute to Technimark plant expansion
CN posts mixed results in Q1 2022
PennDOT awards funds to multimodal projects
Rail unions reject carriers' payment advances, ask mediation board for arbitration
Washington Eastern Railroad obtains grant funds to upgrade crossings
FRA launches Climate Challenge; CSX issues environmental awards
CP, Hapag-Lloyd add seasonal call into Port Saint John
STB proposes amendment to emergency service rules
U.S. Rep. Davids tours A&K Railroad Materials
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STB sets agenda for freight-rail service hearing
Reading & Northern acquires property to serve as new storage site
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Canada proposes millions in funding to improve supply-chain efficiency
CF Industries: UP delaying fertilizer shipments
BLET, Montana Rail reach tentative agreement
Coos Bay port completes Coalbank Slough Bridge project
STB approves CSX plan to acquire Pan Am Railways
TTD asks STB to act on rail service problems
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IAM creates rail division, picks Hartford to lead
STB sets more hearing dates for Amtrak Gulf Coast case
U.S. Class Is employed more people in February
Chicago South Shore, SMART-TD approve new contract
USDOT: Supply-chain flow is improving
Florida Gov. DeSantis appoints Perdue secretary of FDOT
House transportation leaders call on FRA to finalize rail-worker fatigue rule
North Carolina Railroad invests in construction of new steel mill
STB sets hearing to address rail service complaints
NS, Commtrex to expand customer access to transload facilities
Ohio DOT seeking feedback on state’s updated freight plan
Pennsylvania extends intermodal cargo incentive program
NS appoints Hudson VP of transportation
PennDOT seeks P3 proposals for rail, other projects
STB denies mediation request in Amtrak Gulf Coast case
BNSF CEO Farmer responds to NGFA service complaints; Sen. Capito asks STB to address rail-car shortage
CP 'disappointed' with TSB report on 2019 fatal derailment
In memoriam: Longtime Trains Editor Jim Wrinn
Georgia Ports Authority advances capacity expansion plan
CSX, NS seek STB mediation in Amtrak Gulf Coast case
OmniTRAX recognizes safety practices at three Nebraska shippers
Focus Equities to develop CentrePort Canada Rail Park in Manitoba
Rail supplier news from Brookville, Alstom, STG, XPO and Keolis (March 25)
STB seeks more input on reciprocal switching, issues instructions for Amtrak hearing
Rail unions to pursue arbitration in BNSF attendance policy dispute
Bush to manage two of TNW's short lines
USDOT to provide $2.9B in transportation project grants through three major programs
Washington state UTC OKs funding for crossing upgrades
North Carolina Railroad invests in new rail-served site in Sanford
Global task force to support Ukrainian rail industry
Wabtec to modernize 330 locomotives for Norfolk Southern
Rail supplier news from STV and Littlepay (March 22)
Rail supplier news from Ondas, WAGO, AECOM and NRC (March 21)
House transportation committee mourns death of former chair Don Young
TCRC begins strike at Canadian Pacific
Rail supplier news from RailComm, Tracsis, TRAC, Transdev and McMillen Jacobs (March 18)
Delaware River Port Authority appoints police chief, security-safety officer
Everett Railroad converts old steam locomotive to fuel oil
STB seeks clarification of CP-KCS traffic data
CP issues 72-hour lockout notice to TCRC
Illinois panel OKs grade crossing upgrades in Washington, Kane counties
CN donates to Ukraine relief efforts
TNW, Port of Victoria to develop Texas logistics hub
BNSF, J.B. Hunt launch effort to improve intermodal capacity
Rail supplier news from Granite and HDR (March 15)
STB wants parties to address Amtrak Gulf Coast matters prior to April hearing
Georgia Ports Authority to expand Brunswick's autoport capacity
Carriers: Rail unions' request to end mediation is 'premature'
TTCI changes name to MxV Rail, prepares for new campus
Regional Rail joins EPA SmartWay program
KCS pledges support to Red Cross for Ukraine relief efforts
Virginia rail director Mitchell to leave for FRA post
NS launches new carbon calculator
Rail supplier news from Railroad Consultants, Thales and Koppers (March 11)
Railroads subcommittee hears views on STB reauthorization
Class Is employed fewer people in January
Missouri DOT seeks input on state freight, rail plan
BNSF, Wabtec launch biofuels pilot project
Rail supplier news from Jacobs, Corteva, SELSCS and Everysens (March 9)
UP, Wabtec partner to cut emissions with higher biodiesel blends
CP debuts interline service from Mexico to Chicago
Rail unions launch petition drive on attendance policies
HDR to study feasibility of freight-rail line in New Mexico
Rail supplier news from UTLX, AITX and Hub Group (March 7)
Graves, Comer launch probe into infrastructure spending
AG coalition, RSI urge PHMSA to allow LNG by rail
STB sets schedule for evidence in Amtrak-CN dispute
San Gabriel Valley Council marks safety milestone at ACE grade separation site
BNSF reports 2021 economic development results
Illinois commission issues funds for CN, UP grade crossing projects
Five Class Is to STB: CP-KCS merger would harm competition
Rail supplier news from Miller Ingenuity, Everysens and Lochner (March 2)
STB postpones Amtrak Gulf Coast hearing to April
Missouri short line launches service in St. Louis area
SeaPort Manatee adds Fitz-Patrick to leadership team
CN proposes 'Kansas City Speedway' as part of CP-KCS merger
WisDOT awards funding for five freight-rail projects
BNSF budgets $3.6B for capex projects in 2022
BNSF posts record earnings for 2021
Rail supplier news from Greenbrier, Keolis, TRAC, IMC and Holland (Feb. 28)
Port of Savannah to expand capacity
STB clarifies decision in Sanimax v. UP
UP marks third straight year of lower fuel consumption
STB publishes latest rail rate report
Rail supplier news from Koppers, Stadler, Kaleris, East Chicago Transload and STV (Feb. 24)
Port of Toronto logs more than 2 million tons of cargo in 2021
Rail unions consider appeal of court ruling on BNSF attendance policy
CSX requests delay in STB hearing on Amtrak Gulf Coast case
USDOT makes grant funding available for port projects
Rail supplier news from Alstom, Hatch, Mitsui Rail and Burns (Feb. 22)
RDC names Asplund executive VP
BNSF to serve South Dakota seed processing plant
STB issues environmental study scope for CP-KCS merger
NS, PennDOT to collaborate on freight-, passenger-rail improvements
Progressive Railroading seeks Rising Stars nominations for 2022
Rail supplier news from Hotstart, Konecranes, AECOM and NRC (Feb. 18)
NS taps BNSF's Duncan to become VP of network planning, operations
AAR to STB: 'Forced' switching is unnecessary
BNSF Logistics recognizes supplier excellence for 2021
STB hears from advocates, opponents of Amtrak Gulf Coast service
UTC issues rail-safety grant to Tacoma Rail
Gov. Wolf announces additional funding for Philadelphia port projects
Shippers, short lines question impact of Amtrak Gulf Coast service
Rail supplier news from Greenbrier, OPW and Siemens (Feb. 11)
NS promotes execs McClellan, Nag, Moore
NTSB issues preliminary report on CSX, SEPTA collision
Rail supplier news from RailWorks, Mullen Group and Alstom (Feb. 9)
Sherwin-Williams to expand NS-served plant in North Carolina
Patriot Rail, California county agree to form new rail district
CSX asks shippers to 'express concerns' about Amtrak Gulf Coast plan
Rail supplier news from STV, FTS, Alstom, Carboline, Edna A. Rice and WAGO (Feb. 7)
Transport Canada proposes ETC plan to improve rail safety
CN, CP dispute continues over STB review of KCS merger application
CHS, MKC to build new rail terminal in Kansas
New York awards $76 million in freight-rail infrastructure grants
Rail supplier news from Greenbrier, Tai Ginsberg, Pacific West and RELAM (Feb. 3)
Smart Sand opens Pennsylvania transload terminal near NS line
Soybean plant to locate near Class I, Nebraska Central rail lines
ARCI: Rail-car orders rose, deliveries fell in Q4
BNSF earns high rating among 'best places to work' for LGBTQ+ equality
STB won't delay schedule for considering reciprocal switching regs
USDOT solicits applications for RAISE grants
MARS elects new officers for 2022
NS installs hybrid cranes at Chicago, Atlanta intermodal terminals
Canadian Pacific posts Q4 results, prepares to 'make history'
Patriot Rail names Sexhus president, COO
U.S. Class Is employed a few more people last month
Rail supplier news from Thales, Power Transmission and AllTranstek (Jan. 26)
UP subsidiary Loup Logistics acquires Phoenix transload facility
CN names Robinson its next top exec, reaches agreement with TCI
Rail supplier news from Fluor, Atlantic Track, RATP, Alstom and Abloy (Jan. 25)
Unions seek mediator’s help in contract talks with railroads
Washington state panel OKs grant for grade crossing upgrade
Canada invites public comment on Lac-Megantic bypass project
NTSB highlights need for better rail-worker safety
California Gov. Newsom rolls out theft prevention effort at UP rail yards
Rail supplier news from Icomera, Cisco, HiRail and Alstom (Jan. 21)
Ohio panel OKs grants to IORY, others for rail infrastructure projects
Louisiana port secures grant in support of green fuels project
Port 10 Watco Rail Logistics to build SIT yard near Houston port
Illinois panel OKs improvements at four grade crossings
Minnesota DOT seeks applicants for rail service improvement grants
NTSB Chair Homendy appoints leadership team
Murex adds renewable rail transloading service at GGT
USDOT, DOL announce new steps aimed at trucker shortage
CP: Springfield Line will be part of CPKC's growth
CN to ask STB to condition CP-KCS merger on Springfield Line divestiture
Rail supplier news from Wabtec, Alstom, Greenbrier, AITX and Alpenglow Rail (Jan. 11)
North Dakota DOT seeks input on grade crossing action plan
BNSF to take over Montana Rail Link as lease ends
TTD labor coalition gains three unions, 'unifies' rail labor
NS, Ludlow museum sign lease agreement for historic yard shop
Chicago South Shore inks Indiana double-track project
STB updates details for CSX-Pan Am merger hearing
T&I Committee Republicans oppose rollback of LNG-by-rail rule
CSX cites 'strong support' for Pan-Am merger
Attorneys general call on PHMSA to suspend LNG-by-rail rule
Hedlund sworn in as STB's newest member
Transit News
NYCT subway ridership surpasses 1 billion
Sound Transit hires Henry as CFO
Caltrain receives $43 million in omnibus bill; CHSRA opens overpasses
OIG: Amtrak should improve stakeholder input on major capital programs
Cantwell: Sound Transit light-rail extension projects to obtain federal funds
NICTD obtains RRIF loan for South Shore Line track project
FRA completes environmental review of Livingston Avenue bridge replacement
USDOT solicits applications for $9B in grants for NEC rail projects
MARTA's board elects officers, welcomes new members
MTA board blesses 2023 budget, four-year financial plan
Houston METRO launches fourth-generation light-rail vehicle
Maryland rail maintenance facility ready for MARC trains
FTA awards millions in grants to make older rail stations fully accessible
Metro Transit-St. Louis completes, NJ Transit advances TOD projects
Amtrak Cascades train renderings unveiled
CTA adopts hiring, retention incentives for rail, bus workers
RTD-Denver permanently cancels two light-rail lines
OIG: Amtrak should strengthen controls over high-security keys
Ontario to buy trainsets to restore Northlander passenger service
Metra OKs contract to rebuild three Electric Line stations
WMATA audit shows lack of proper track maintenance, commission says
WMATA sets new date for Potomac Yard Station opening
New Orleans RTA CEO Wiggins to retire
Sound Transit delays opening of Link light-rail extensions
PANYNJ issues RFQ for Newark AirTrain project
MARTA suspends streetcar service over wheel issue
MBTA opens Freetown station; FTA rejects corrective action plans
MTA begins Penn Station access project; LIRR takes over Grand Central Madison
Amtrak asks STB to investigate UP's impact on Sunset Limited OTP
TSA seeks input on rail, pipeline cybersecurity
STB names Moyer acting director of passenger-rail office
BLET members OK contract with Long Island Rail Road
USDOT seeks applicants for intercity passenger-rail grants
Valley Metro names Kessler CFO
L.A. Metro applies for $1.9B in funding for light-rail projects
NCDOT awards contract for grade separation project
RTD-Denver names Summers chief communications, engagement officer
BART approves developer for North Berkeley TOD project
WMATA increases service frequency on Red Line
VTA cleared to pursue federal funding for BART Silicon Valley extension
L.A. Metro breaks ground on advanced utility work for LRT project
MTA releases 2023 budget, financial plan to address $3B deficit
RTD issues final 'Zero Fare for Better Air' report
USDOT delivers $4.3B to Amtrak under IIJA's first year
TransLink to certify 'transit-friendly' employers
SEPTA wins FTA grant for TOD study
Metra expands UP West Line service
Amtrak, CSX, NS, port settle Gulf Coast dispute
MARTA donates rail car to Southeastern Railway Museum
APTA: Nearly all North American transit agencies short on workers
PANYNJ proposes $8.3B capital, operating budget for 2023
Metra to offer holiday train rides on Electric Line
SEPTA to implement gun detection pilot program
FTA awards grants for TOD planning
Amtrak advances Susquehanna River Rail Bridge project
British Columbia issues RFQ for final Surrey Langley SkyTrain contract
Southern California rail corridor agency names Jewell managing director
Construction begins on San Clemente track stabilization project
Chicago's Lightfoot calls on USDOT to OK Amtrak's Union Station project
San Diego MTS names Riley COO of rail division
Ontario Transit Group awarded contract for Ontario Line South package
TriRail to begin training, testing for MiamiCentral Station
Metra OKs 2023 operating, capital budgets
STB postpones final hearing in Amtrak Gulf Coast case
CTA's November scorecard shows improved rail service
TriMet to pursue fare increase in 2024
RTD seeks corporate partner for line naming rights
NYCT sets new single-day pandemic-era ridership record
CapMetro logged 2 million riders in September
Study confirms VTA's single bore tunnel proposal for extension
WMATA appoints Febles IG, resumes Blue Line service at closed stations
APTA honors RTD with top marketing award
VTA seeks more federal funding for Silicon Valley project
Metrolink to break ground on Burbank speed improvement project
Bouchard becomes Caltrain's first executive director
DRPT names Trogdon public transportation chief
Canadian government advances high-frequency rail procurement process
ONTC: Moore steps down as CEO, Evans fills in as leader
MBTA leader Poftak to step down in 2023
UTA attains Urban Design honor for TRAX light-rail system
TTC reaches 33 billion rides since 1921 launch
WMATA's Silver Line extension to open Nov. 15
Minnesota, Wisconsin DOTs to host meetings on intercity passenger-rail project
WMATA to return all 7000-series cars to service
CTA issues RFQ for Red Line Extension
Amtrak to select contractor for new Connecticut River Bridge
MARTA confirms Greenwood as GM, CEO
MTA, NY leaders step up efforts to stop violence on subways
NYCT approves order for more R211 subway cars
CP agrees to back Amtrak expansion plans
AASHTO elects Millar, Ajegba to board leadership roles
Canada orders VIA Rail to address HEP rail-car safety
OIG: Amtrak should use data to help achieve emissions reduction goals
Metrolink Arrow to begin service next week
UTA to auction off Comet rail cars
CTA advances Red Line extension project
Metra awards Homewood Station rehab contract
Rail authority OKs land purchase agreement for Valley Link project
Hitachi Rail releases final designs for new train factory in Maryland
Connecticut Gov. Lamont OKs TOD grants
SamTrans taps Chan as GM, CEO
North Carolina's intercity passenger-rail service logs record ridership
California seeks applications for freight-rail, port project funding
FTA seeks applications for rail-car replacement funds; issues safety advisories
CHSRA advances Kings County construction; applies for more federal funds
Metra unveils remanufactured 'heritage' locomotive
APTA honors Metrolink for sustainability
OIG: USDOT faces challenges in infrastructure bill implementation
NJ Transit breaks ground on Hoboken Connect project
L.A. Metro opens K Line for service
MARTA advances Greenwood as sole finalist for GM, CEO
SEPTA unveils safety plan for vulnerable population
Amtrak, Delaware DOT win federal grant to offer rail-worker training
Kansas DOT names Davis multimodal director
WMATA launches fare evasion deterrence campaign
USDOT expands financing for transit projects
Toronto Transit Commission line now running on ATC
California transportation officials declare track emergency along parts of southern coastline
FTA approves Honolulu recovery plan for future passenger-rail system
CTA's Carter selected as APTA chair
WMATA again delays Potomac Yard station opening
Amtrak Pacific Surfliner service suspended for emergency track repairs
DeFazio joins those questioning SEPTA's contract with CRRC
MARTA releases RFP for transit-oriented development project
APTA: U.S. transit ridership recovery continues
Republican lawmakers question SEPTA rail-car contract's compliance with 'Buy America'
Calgary issues RFP for Green Line light-rail project
MTA logs more pandemic-era ridership records
SEPTA advances King of Prussia rail, trolley modernization plans
Eglinton Crosstown LRT project delayed again
DCTA elevates Cristina from interim role to president, CEO
SEPTA releases design concepts for new trolley stations
L.A. Metro, SFMTA to open new light-rail lines soon
Amtrak pledges net zero emissions by 2045
MTA to install cameras in all subway cars
WMATA launches public safety initiatives
Minnesota, Wisconsin DOTs seek input on Twin Cities-Chicago passenger-rail project
L.A. Metro lands federal grant to fund GoPass expansion
Stadler to deliver zero-emission trains to California transportation agencies
NJ Transit, BetMGM sign naming rights pact for Meadowlands Line
MBTA returns Orange Line to service after 30-day repair period
Connecticut DOT breaks ground on Windsor Locks station
APTA asks Congress for emergency transit relief
CHSRA completes grade separation project
MTA logs another ridership record
Transdev group selected for Infrastructure Ontario project
Strike averted: Amtrak to restore long-distance trips
TransLink names Zein GM of British Columbia transit agency
Metro Transit-St. Louis logs progress on security initiatives
MTA to host town hall on proposed Interborough Express
OLI seeks applicants for rail safety education grants
DART police agency achieves accreditation
MTA drops mask requirement
Valley Metro light-rail extension project reaches halfway mark
St. Louis council OKs federal funds for Loop Trolley
TriMet taps Dorn as head of engineering, construction and planning
WMATA to return more 7000-series rail cars to service
MBTA awards 'supercar' contract to CAF
Transport Canada seeks adviser for high-frequency rail routes
Report: Hudson Tunnel project completion delayed
Honolulu agency begins early testing of passenger-rail system
FTA issues more safety directives to MBTA
NJ Transit again lands on 'best employers' list
VRE, Clark Construction 'top out' rail maintenance facility
MTA opens second section of new LIRR third track
Calgary awards contract for rail-grinding services
Target to sponsor L.A. Metro GoPass expansion
Amtrak advances accessibility improvements at New York Penn
MBTA to relaunch Foxboro commuter-rail pilot program
L.A. Metro approves new labor contract with SMART
MTA LIRR opens rebuilt overpass at Huntington Station
Greater Cleveland RTA obtains state funds for rail-car replacement
NTSB investigating Amtrak train, UP maintenance machine collision
RTD-Denver taps Fitzgerald as next police chief
New Caltrain trainsets, Sound Transit rail cars arrive
HART awards utilities contract to Nan Inc.
Metro Transit-St. Louis restores Blue Line service after historic flooding
Amtrak reports progress on sustainability initiatives
Brightline advances Boca Raton station construction
CHSRA approves design contracts for rail line into Merced, Bakersfield
Metra to convert locomotives to battery power
FRA awards $3 million grant for Chicago Union Station concourse project
San Diego MTS logs trolley ridership growth in FY22
Operation Lifesaver offers new transit safety educational materials
CTA Red Line extension project clears environmental review
Metra, Pace to use RAISE grant funds for Harvey Transportation Center reconstruction project
HNTB awarded contract for Metro Transit-St. Louis platform project
CTA receives FTA grant, unveils action plan
FTA seeks proposals for transit accessibility research program
NORTA board elects Raymond chair, Walton vice chair
Reading & Northern adds new passenger train to Jim Thorpe fleet
RAISE grant advances Louisiana passenger-rail project
L.A. Metro dedicates new Hyde Park Station
MTA completes first section of higher ceilings at LIRR Penn Station concourse
Sound Transit's Beckman to lead Portfolio Services Office
WMATA safety commission issues order on ATC maintenance program
VTA board approves new Caltrain governance agreement
Unifor members ratify labor contracts with VIA
MBTA to close Orange Line for 30 days
Michigan DOT ponders new Detroit intermodal site for Amtrak, bus service
Calgary short-lists construction firms for Green Line light-rail project
FTA orders MBTA to conduct safety briefings
Portal North Bridge construction project is underway
SEPTA, Wawa ink station naming-rights pact
Amtrak to STB: Gulf Coast service won’t 'unreasonably' impair freight service
Amtrak observes ADA anniversary, continues rail station improvements
Metra launches historic Blue Island station rehab project
St. Louis light-rail officials estimate up to $20 million in flood damage
MTA releases preliminary 2023 budget, updates ridership recovery forecast
Brightline's new pink, green trains arrive in Orlando
NJ Transit adopts FY23 operating budget, secures capital funding
MARTA awards HVAC contract to Wabtec
MBTA names contractor for Codman Yard expansion project
Amtrak opens ticket sales for Ethan Allen Express service to NYC
VRE to eliminate fares during WMATA closures
New Mexico Rail Runner fare cuts extended, service to increase
MTA appoints four to NYCT leadership team
OIG: Amtrak can do more to recruit, retain engineers
OCTA names Dunning chief operating officer
NJ Transit obtains federal funds for Newark light-rail study
Met Council taps Beckwith as Blue Line Extension project director
California transit agencies secure millions in TIRCP funding
NJ Transit advances Hoboken train station redevelopment
Metrolink receives $25 million CalSTA grant
L.A. Metro dedicates future Expo/Crenshaw Station
Toronto Union Station improvements in full swing
Amtrak relaunches Toronto service, seasonal connection to Newport
Government, transportation leaders form coalition to support Chicago Union Station project
L.A. Metro breaks ground on 'Rail-to-Rail' corridor project
VIA Rail worker union issues strike mandate
L.A. Metro appoints six to executive cabinet
Dueling lawsuits filed over Amtrak train derailment
MBTA breaks ground on Winchester Center station work
VRE to contribute millions to advance passenger-rail expansion
NCTD brings rail maintenance, operations under direct management
SEPTA approves FY23 operating, capital budgets
New York increases transit worker protections against assault
NTSB: Amtrak train derailed at 'passive' grade crossing
Sound Transit's board confirms Timm as CEO
PennDOT, Norfolk Southern agree to expand passenger-rail access
Three dead, dozens injured after Amtrak train derails in Missouri
Bi-State Development Board elects officers
WMATA takes control of Silver Line Extension
Amtrak awards New York Penn Station design contract to Arup
Met Council, Hennepin County Board OK Blue Line route recommendation
Amtrak promotes Harris to president, Williams to EVP
Metra breaks ground on new Auburn Park Station
Amtrak orders 50 ALC-42 locomotives from Siemens
MARTA to build new city hall at Brookhaven station
Montreal transit agency expands underground train storage space
Amtrak kicks off procurement phase for B&P Tunnel program
Foothill Gold Line light-rail project reaches halfway mark
Judge bars NJ Transit engineers from future strikes
USDOT issues loan to Indiana commuter-rail project
FTA awards funds to boost public transit access to health services
FTA orders safety improvements to Boston's transit-rail system
Amtrak seeks federal grant for Chicago Union Station project; speeds up Acela trains
CHSRA releases final environmental report on Northern California project section
Metro Transit moves closer to environmental review of proposed Blue Line Extension
Carr tapped to lead Washington Union Station Redevelopment Corp.
BART approves first two-year budget
St. Louis governments OK MetroLink corridor study agreement
Allegheny County port authority rebrands to Pittsburgh Regional Transit
MTA requests proposals for Penn Station reconstruction
APTA honors transit-rail agencies with 2022 safety, security awards
UP to begin major tie project on Metra UP-West Line
Amtrak upgrades Virginia station, launches bus service in Pennsylvania
Caltrain OKs FY2023 capital, operating budgets
Timm endorsed as next Sound Transit CEO
New York Senate confirms new, returning MTA board members
Maryland advances potential development of new transit corridor
FTA awards service restoration funds, seeks applicants for TOD planning grants
Metra to test $100 flat-rate monthly pass
New LIRR terminal ito be named Grand Central Madison
TransLink OKs 2022 investment plan
RTD to drop University of Colorado designation on commuter line
Amtrak seeks new operating agreement with CN
TriMet OKs $1.93 billion budget for FY2023
CapMetro names Watkins interim CEO
GCRTA promotes Burney to deputy GM, general counsel
Metro Transit updates tunnel alarm system at Twin Cities airport
New York City area transit, port agencies to pilot tech for pandemic recovery
CHSRA applies for $1.3B in federal grant funds
APTA names Scott, Renek to executive committee
Connecticut DOT launches electric trains on Shore Line East
MBTA posts construction bid for Codman Yard project
VIA Rail Canada CEO Garneau steps down
WMATA on schedule to restore 7000-series rail cars to service
OIG: Amtrak Delaware building plans based on faulty assumptions
Sound Transit launches new ORCA payment system
Metrolink names Castellon chief of safety, security
FRA reports Amtrak performance metrics for Q1
DART names Jackson COO
WMATA top leadership steps down amid rail operator certification lapses
OC Streetcar project reaches construction milestone
Vanterpool named FTA deputy administrator
NYCT achieves new pandemic-era subway ridership record
FTA to obligate funding for L.A. Metro East San Fernando light-rail project
Amtrak launches apprenticeship pilot program
WMATA names Clarke next GM, CEO
Virginia transit commission urges WMATA to prioritize Rosslyn Tunnel capacity fix
VTA OKs first major contract for BART extension
Metra breaks ground on Harvey station rehab project
STB to continue Amtrak Gulf Coast hearing next week
Metrolinx awards contract to Dagmar Construction for Kitchener GO Corridor expansion
L.A. Regional Connector project reaches construction milestone
Sound Transit light-rail extension project delayed
MTA wraps up Denton Avenue Bridge replacement project
CTA to repair dozens of rail stations in 2022
Biden to nominate five to serve on Amtrak's board
Sound Transit unveils first new LRV for Hilltop Tacoma Link
Stewart named executive director of Metro Transit-St. Louis
MTA creates panel to address fare evasion problem
NTSB closes recommendations to reduce rail worker fatalities
Amtrak improves Mississippi station's accessibility
WMATA joins FTA sustainability challenge to reduce emissions
NJ Transit breaks ground on Perth Amboy station renovations
Metra to begin overhaul of Harvey train station
Gov. Edwards inspects proposed Amtrak route connecting Baton Rouge, New Orleans
Amtrak's National Network locomotives get new look
Minneapolis Met Council recommends Blue Line light-rail extension route
Metrolinx to upgrade Mimico GO Station as part of 'transit community' development
TSA will no longer enforce federal mask mandate
Ontario invests in rail transit restoration, begins construction on Eglinton Crosstown extension
Metrolink becomes first U.S. passenger-rail agency to run on renewable fuel
NJ Transit awards contracts for two construction projects
Feds OK $1.76B loan for Maryland’s Purple Line project
British Columbia transit leader Ladrak to step down
Amtrak, PennDOT to add trains to Keystone route
Ontario Northland to refurbish 56 GO Transit rail cars
Transit agencies tighten security after shooting on New York subway system
Caltrain completes South San Francisco station upgrades
Sixteen people injured in shooting on NYC subway train
NCTD issues RFP for mixed-use development at two Coaster rail stations
Portal North Bridge project construction gets green light
Metra to boost service as commuters return to offices
Kansas City breaks ground on streetcar extension project
USDOT announces largest-ever investment in public transit
Alghabra announces VIA Rail reappointments
MTA to restore two historic Metro-North rail stations
British Columbia extends pandemic relief funding for transit agencies
Rail Passengers Association names Richards chair
Calgary issues RFQ for Green Line light-rail project
Metra, CTA join campaign to promote transit in Chicago
Vancouver OKs route, station locations for SkyTrain extension
Amtrak unveils new Acela train interiors
TransLink puts Burrard Station project on back burner
Federal FY23 budget proposes earlier windfall for Sound Transit
L.A. Metro substantially completes two segments of Crenshaw/LAX light-rail project
FTA proposes changes to Capital Investments Grants program
USDOT recommends several transit-rail projects for new, continuing funding
SEPTA amends capital budget to include IIJA funds
Start of Toronto station upgrades means Ontario Line subway is underway
MBTA seeks comments on five-year capital improvement plan
WMATA board signs off on FY23 budget
Rep. Gottheimer calls for progress on Lackawanna Cut-Off rail restoration
MTA Metro-North to speed up Hudson Line service following culvert, track repairs
Former MassDOT leader Davey to take NYCT's reins
MARTA, Goldman Sachs announce new Atlanta TOD effort
Montreal's STM launches campaign to bring riders back to public transit
NJ Transit to develop sustainability plan
MBTA completes much of Lechmere Viaduct rehab project
RTD-Denver's board authorizes new contract for union employees
Hitachi Rail to build WMATA rail cars in Maryland
RailWorks, L.K. Comstock to rehab Metro Transit Blue Line
San Diego transit logs ridership spike as gas prices soar
Valley Metro names Mefford-Miller CEO
San Joaquin rail commission to receive federal funds for community projects
Amazon to fund affordable housing near WMATA, Sound Transit stations
OIG: Amtrak should improve IT project requirements
Brightline to replace drawbridge, rehab Loxahatchee River bridge in Florida
CTA announces new public safety measures
Transport Canada issues REI for high frequency rail project
RTD-Denver Police Chief Grado steps down
CP gets an 'A' for sixth straight year as Amtrak host railroad
MetroLink, Sound Transit move to single-track light-rail testing, maintenance
FRA awards grant to improve Twin Cities-Milwaukee-Chicago rail route
PANYNJ seeks input on transit options to LaGuardia
DART Chair Wong Krause to be honored for transportation leadership
DCTA CEO Suarez to step down
Maryland Purple Line light-rail project obtains TIFIA loan
FTA allocates billions in ARP funds for transit service
BART, Hampton Roads transit agency to receive millions in ARP funds
Illinois bills would allocate funding for new passenger-rail network
NYCT subway cars begin final journey to Ohio
NJ Transit marks five years without fare hike
California High-Speed Rail Authority completes grade separation project
Sound Transit advances TOD projects in SeaTac
Northern Indiana commuter district pursues TOD project
Amtrak begins Baltimore Penn Station construction
L.A. Metro's West Santa Ana Branch project advances
Durango & Silverton Railroad creates division for contract work
MTA unveils new effort to stop track trespassing
MBTA Green Line Extension to open Union Square branch next month
Sound Transit names Belman acting CEO upon Rogoff's departure
Metrolink announces new executive leadership team
Metra to conduct 51 Operation Lifesaver 'safety blitzes' in 2022
RTD hires HDR to study possible peak service schedule in northwest Denver
Metra's BMWED members elect Shanahan GM of new union
Metro-North Railroad to boost weekday service in March
Transportation panel advises WMATA to tighten 2023 budget
Texas transportation council cancels hyperloop plans
Connecticut DOT updates five-year capital plan
San Diego MTS breaks ground on TOD project
Report: Investing in high-speed rail lifts California's economy
Moorman, Foote, Gardner testify at STB Amtrak hearing
BLET members ratify new Metra contract
Infrastructure Ontario, Metrolinx issue RFP for Scarborough subway extension project
Brightline wraps up first major construction zone for Orlando project
Amtrak tweets its case for Gulf Coast service
OIG: Amtrak should improve Gateway program management
NJ Transit names Sincaglia SVP rail operations, acquires multilevel rail cars
Amtrak debuts new locomotives on Chicago-Seattle route
Brightline’s 'Bright Blue 2' rolls into Orlando
CHSRA issues draft business plan for 2022
USDOT awards pandemic-recovery grant to Chicago Transit Authority
FTA calls for nominations to TRACS
MTA to launch fare pilot program
MARTA issues RFP for development at Bankhead rail station
FTA: Nearly $5B now available in transit formula funding
WMATA names Anzallo police chief
Metro Transit appoints Funk deputy GM, COO
NY region agencies issue latest Transit Tech Lab challenge
Metrolinx, VRE kick off rail station projects
OIG report: Amtrak has more work to do to improve state partnerships
USDOT awards Metra pandemic-recovery grant
L.A. Metro advances West Santa Ana Branch light-rail project
STB sets stage for Amtrak Gulf Coast hearing
STM CEO Tremblay to step down
Exo purchases 10 Siemens Charger locomotives
Minneapolis Met Council OKs pact to advance Green Line Extension
Sound Transit seeks input on DEIS for West Seattle, Ballard Link extensions project
Maryland board modifies P3 pact to advance Purple Line light-rail project
Brightline breaks ground on Boca Raton station
USDOT issues $11 million in TOD grants
Long Island Rail Road logs best on-time performance
Amtrak, Connecticut officials discuss state's rail future
Gov. Hochul, MTA unveil report for proposed Interborough Express
FTA clears way for Hudson Tunnel project to qualify for federal funds
DART hires Leggett as executive vice president
FTA to re-establish transit safety committee
WMATA CEO Wiedefeld to retire later this year
VIA Rail, Unifor begin contract talks
Amtrak to temporarily reduce service on some routes due to staffing, COVID-19
St. Louis MetroLink station gets $7.5 million upgrade
Virginia finalizes agreement with NS to expand passenger rail
USDOT announces COVID recovery grants for LA Metro, MTA, NJ Transit
CSX, Amtrak reach deal on New England rail service
Valley Metro debuts new Siemens light-rail vehicles
California governor's budget includes 'significant' transit-rail funding, association says
NJ Transit OKs contracts for Penn Station, Trenton Transit Center projects
NY Gov. Hochul nominates Lieber, Velez to MTA board
Maryland agency solicits public input for statewide transit plan
Santa Clara VTA, labor union approve new contract
COVID-19 surge, labor shortage impact RTD service
WMATA unveils TOD project near Congress Heights Station
PennDOT wraps up Middletown train station project
Amtrak backs CPKC; Class I supports passenger service expansion
NY Gov. Hochul calls for major expansion of transit rail
LA Metro to resume fare collection Jan. 10
USDOT refinances loan for Washington city’s transit-oriented project
KC Streetcar hit more than a million rides in 2021
Maryland Gov. Hogan taps Ports as transportation secretary
DART cites key achievements in 2021
PATH's November ridership only half of 2019 level
Articles
Product update: Rail fasteners 2022
Flush with new funding opportunities, Amtrak preps for growth
NRC chairman's column: G&W's Michael Miller to headline NRC conference
Transit outlook: Improved infrastructure, higher ridership counts in the cards
APTA: Workforce shortage prompts service cuts
From the Editor — Outlook 2023: Here comes the sun?
Reflecting on RailTrends 2022: Tony Hatch's top 10 takeaways
Rail-car market rebounds after pandemic woes
Equipment update: Hi-rail technology 2022
TSA issues cybersecurity directive for railroads
The genuine article: Rick Webb, recipient of the 2022 Railroad Innovator Award
From the Editor — A striking possibility
Hello & Goodbye — a RailTrends '22 preview by Tony Hatch
Technology update: Crew management software
Product update: Tank cars 2022
NRC chairman's column - The NRC conference in one word: Networking
CN forges grain plan to encounter fewer lows, elicit more highs in latest crop year
New labor pact, new CSX leader in place
From the Editor - Autumn in New York: RailTrends 2022
C&S update: Rail yard technology
Product update: Wheel detection
FRA (again) takes on train-crew size
NRC chairman's column: Grassroots events cultivate productive relationships and a strong industry
Technology update: Track inspection and measurement
Rising Stars 2022: Ari Ferrand-Rodgers
Rising Stars 2022: Brian Steadman
Rising Stars 2022: Jacquelyne Colvis
Rising Stars 2022: Lindsay Anderson
Rising Stars 2022: Tim Enayati
Suppliers offer an array of technologies to help railroads cut diesel consumption, reduce emissions
CRISI grants to give passenger rail a lift
Class I railroads expect intermodal boost after several disruptive supply-chain kinks smooth out
NRC chairman’s column: All the buzz from the NRC Railroad Equipment Auction
At BNSF, 'Orange is the New Green.' The Class I aims to cut emissions 30% by 2030
From the Editor: BNSF, GHG & ESG
Today's monitoring technologies
Product update: C&S engineering and design
U.S. lawmakers hear pros, cons of STB regulation
Motive power update: Passenger locomotives
Supply-chain changes prompt Norfolk Southern to alter its operating course, sharpen customer focus
NRC chairman’s column: Three leaders take different tracks to the NRC Hall of Fame
Product update: Train control technology
Caltrain’s Bouchard emphasizes electrification, recast service
U.S. rail industry gives a thumbs-up to the new infrastructure law
From the Editor: By naming Robinson CEO, CN makes ‘the progress move’
On – making the (better) grade
From the Editor: — 21 from '21: Our most-read news stories last year