Ray Betler. (Courtesy of Intramotev)

Ray Betler Joins Intramotev Board

Intramotev, developer of the TugVolt autonomous battery-electric railcar, has appointed Ray Betler, former Wabtec President and CEO, as an Independent Director for its Board. “Ray began his career as a Propulsion Systems

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Ridgewood Infrastructure Acquires Sierra

Investment firm Ridgewood Infrastructure on March 10 reported acquiring a controlling interest in California-based Sierra Railroad Company (Sierra), which provides short line, switching, storage, and transloading services. At the same time, it

North Shore Railroad’s military veteran employees pictured with the company’s Veterans Unit, LVRR 9052. The locomotive was dedicated to this group, and each person signed an interior board that was sealed to remain on permanent display. (NSR Photograph, Courtesy of ASLRRA)

NSHR To Be Honored for ‘Veterans Engagement’

The American Short Line and Regional Railroad Association (ASLRRA) will present North Shore Railroad (NSHR) with the 2026 Veterans Engagement Award at its Annual Conference and Exhibition next month in Minneapolis, Minn.

BNSF and officials from the City of Gunter, Tex., gathered March 12 to celebrate the official groundbreaking for the Class I’s new Logistics Center North Dallas. Pictured from left to right: BNSF General Director of Strategic Programs Lacy Kreger, Grayson County Judge Bruce Dawsey, City of Gunter Mayor Karen Souther, Grayson County Commissioner Lindsay Wright, BNSF Assistant Vice President Scot Bates ,and Grayson County Commissioner Josh Marr. (Courtesy of BNSF)

BNSF, CPKC, NS: Accelerating Industrial Development

BNSF breaks ground on its sixth Logistics Center, and Canadian Pacific Kansas City (CPKC) and Norfolk Southern (NS) announce the certification of more industrial development sites along their lines.

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FTA: Applications Welcome for All Stations Accessibility Grants

The Federal Transit Administration (FTA) has published a Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) for approximately $686 million in competitive grants for the Fiscal Year (FY) 2026 All Stations Accessibility Program (ASAP). Applications

“After years of targeted improvements,” Caltrain Executive Director Michelle Bouchard said, the new Caltrain Corridor Right-of-Way Safety Strategy “establishes a comprehensive approach to reducing risk, strengthening accountability, and delivering the most effective treatments where they are needed most throughout the entire Caltrain corridor to keep the people and communities we serve safe.” (HNTB Photograph)

Transit Briefs: Caltrain, UTA, Amtrak

California’s Caltrain adopts a corridor-wide right-of-way safety strategy. Also, Utah Transit Authority (UTA) advances its Fare Payment System Upgrades program; and Amtrak and Be My Eyes team to help blind and low vision riders navigate train stations in real time.

Matson vessel Kaimana Hila arriving at the carrier’s Long Beach Terminal. (Caption and Photograph Courtesy of Matson)

Matson, BNSF, War-Lok Team on Cargo Security

Ocean transportation and logistics services firm Matson Inc. has partnered with BNSF and lock manufacturer War–Lok on what it describes as “an enhanced cargo security program that will add two layers of

“Many thanks to @RepNellie Pou for meeting with us during #RailDay2026 to talk about all the ways #FreightRail supports New Jersey businesses and helps the state’s economy grow. We are grateful for your time!” ASLRRA posted via social media. (ASLRRA Image)

Industry Marks Railroad Day on Capitol Hill

Nearly 400 representatives from Class I’s and short lines to suppliers, contractors, and the associations that represent them advocated for the freight rail industry on March 4 at Railroad Day on Capitol

CN is advancing its Indigenous Reconciliation Action Plan. (CN Photograph)

Class I Briefs: CN, CSX, UP

CN reports its February grain movement results and releases an Indigenous Reconciliation Action Plan Annual Report. Also, CSX recognizes nine short lines with partner awards; and Union Pacific (UP) earns Vendor of the Year from an ocean carrier agency.

The SLSI’s RFP is for the modification of an existing flatcar into a training platform. The general layout is shown above. (Courtesy SLSI RFP No. 2026-001)

SLSI Issues RFP for ‘Safety Train’ Project

The Short Line Safety Institute (SLSI) has released a request for proposals (RFP) for a flatcar training platform buildout, part of its Safety Train project. Submissions are due April 15, 2026. The

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