BNSF Grows ‘Shortline Select’ Program
BNSF on Sept. 6 reported launching a new short line program to provide “expanded opportunities for customers to reach an even broader consumer base.” The first small road to participate was Genesee
Author: Marybeth Luczak
HRT Lands Transit Safety Pledge Grant
Hampton Roads Transit (HRT) has received a $10,000 Transit Safety Pledge Grant from Operation Lifesaver, Inc. (OLI) to develop a safety campaign for The Tide, its light rail service in Norfolk, Va.
Intermodal Briefs: POLB, GPA, Port of LA
The Port of Long Beach (POLB) reaches a cargo record in October, as consumer demand drives trade headed into the holiday season. Also, Georgia Ports Authority (GPA) reports that Savannah container volumes last month were up 10% year-over-year; and the Port of Los Angeles earns employer of the year and innovative project awards from WTS-Los Angeles.
Kentucky, North Carolina Invest in Short Line, Port Infrastructure Projects
The Kentucky Transportation Cabinet and North Carolina Department of Transportation’s (NCDOT) Rail Division have awarded $7.5 million and $12.9 million, respectively, to rail projects at short lines and ports in their states.
NS to Add New Independent Board Member
Norfolk Southern (NS) on Nov. 14 reported entering into a “cooperation agreement” with Ancora Holdings Group, LLC (together with certain of its affiliates; Ancora) in which the organizations will work together to identify
Transit Briefs: GCRTA, CTA, MBTA, NJT, SFMTA
Greater Cleveland Regional Transit Authority (GCRTA) celebrates 50 years of service. Also, Chicago Transit Authority (CTA) signs a new two-year agreement for expanded social service outreach; Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority (MBTA) releases its Strategic Plan Update detailing progress on fiscal and infrastructure improvements; New Jersey Transit (NJT) lands federal grant to study transit-oriented development in Paterson; and San Francisco Municipal Transportation Agency (SFMTA) launches an official Muni merchandise store.
STB Directs UP to Correct ‘Deficiencies’ in Arizona Rail Line Project Proceeding
The Surface Transportation Board (STB) has issued a decision in Union Pacific Railroad Company—Construction and Operation Exemption—in Maricopa County, Ariz., Docket No. FD 36501, in which the railroad petitioned the Board for an exemption
Greenbrier Issues 2024 Sustainability Update
The Greenbrier Companies, Inc., on Nov. 13 released a 2024 interim report updating its sustainability efforts.
Metra, CTA Boards OK 2025 Budget Proposals (UPDATED 11/14)
Chicagoland’s Metra commuter railroad and Chicago Transit Authority (CTA), the area’s rapid transit and bus service provider, last month proposed 2025 operating budgets of $1.135 billion and $2.16 billion, respectively. The proposals
G&W Continues its 125 Anniversary Celebration in Florida
Genesee & Wyoming Inc. (G&W) on Nov. 13 marked 125 years of service with a celebration in Jacksonville, Fla., where it has a corporate support center that employs nearly 200 area residents.