Patriot Rail expects this expansion to “help drive new pathways connecting with U.S. and global markets, boosting economic growth and jobs," Fenton said.

Patriot Rail to Acquire Pioneer Lines

Jacksonville, Fla.-based Patriot Rail Company LLC announced on Aug. 8 that it has entered into an agreement to acquire Denver-based Pioneer Lines, Inc., a railroad holding company operating 15 short line railroads

Total revenues for BNSF's second quarter and first six months of 2022 increased 14% and 12% in each period compared with the same periods in 2021, reflecting lower volumes of 6% in the second quarter and 4% in the first six months.

BNSF Posts 14% Revenue Boost in 2Q22

For second-quarter 2022, BNSF revenue came in at $6.640 billion, up 14% from the prior year period, reflecting lower volumes of 6%, the Class I railroad reported. Operating income for the second

The opening of the MBTA's GLX Medford Branch has been shifted from late summer 2022 to late Nov. 2022.

Transit Briefs: MBTA, Caltrain, Metrolinx, SacRT, Amtrak, LA Metro

The Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority (MBTA) says its Green Line Extension (GLX) Medford Branch will open in late Nov. 2022. Also, the Santa Clara Valley Transportation Authority (VTA) votes unanimously to accept

A second transit improvement bonus under ZFA will provide ADA access via a new elevator to the Queensboro Plaza subway station. (MTA)

Passenger Rail Briefs: NYMTA, Loop Trolley, SANDAG, WMATA

The New York Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA) announces approved upcoming Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) access to the Queensboro Plaza subway station. Also, Loop Trolley service restarts in St. Louis; the San

Team members (from left to right) Martin Ertz, Josh Saltz and Jessica Codr accept their awards for the Hack! 2022 event from UP Senior Vice President and CIO Rahul Jalali. (Photo Courtesy of UP via Twitter)

Class I Briefs: UP, CSX

Union Pacific Railroad (UP) honors winners of its Hack! 2022 event. Also, CSX employees distribute school supplies to more than 2,000 children of military families. UP UP on Aug. 4 awarded the

R.J. Corman Railroad Group has appointed Fred Mudge (pictured) to its Board of Directors.

People News: R.J. Corman Railroad Group, Sound Transit

R.J. Corman Railroad Group, LLC, appoints Fred Mudge to Board of Directors. Also, Sound Transit appoints Eric Beckman Portfolio Services Office (PSO) Executive Director. R.J. Corman Railroad Group R. J. Corman Railroad

Hudson Bay Railway connects with CN in The Pas, running north through Manitoba to the Hudson Bay at the Port of Churchill.

Canada, Manitoba Partner to Support Hudson Bay Railway

Manitoba Premier and Member of Parliament for Saint Boniface–Saint Vital Heather Stefanson, and Minister for PrairiesCan, Minister of Northern Affairs and Minister for CanNor Daniel Vandal announced on Aug. 3 a joint

The new LIRR Concourse is scheduled to be substantially completed by March 2023. (MTA)

Transit Briefs: NY MTA, LAX, Province of British Columbia

The Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA) unveils first section of new 18-foot ceilings at Penn Station’s Long Island Rail Road (LIRR) Concourse. Also, the Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) debuts first Automated People

VIA Rail, Union Collective Agreements Ratified

Following tentative agreements reached on July 12, VIA Rail Canada (VIA Rail) announced on Aug. 2 the ratification of collective agreements for approximately 2,400 VIA Rail employees represented by Unifor. The current

The newly formed External Issues Review Committee supports the mission, goals and business of Alaska Railroad.

Small-Road Briefs: Alaska Railroad, Fortress

The Alaska Railroad Corporation (ARRC) forms External Issues Review Committee and seeks an Alaskan to serve in the Public Member seat. Also, Fortress Transportation and Infrastructure Investors LLC (FTAI) completes its infrastructure

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