(Photograph Courtesy of ITS Logistics)

ITS Logistics Issues November Supply Chain Report

Cautious consumers and a changing regulatory environment are bringing uncertainty into the peak holiday season, according to ITS Logistics’ November Supply Chain Report. “This month, the report reflects a further softening of

P&W is entering into a 20-year agreement with the State of Connecticut to operate the Middletown Cluster. (Courtesy of OpenRailwaymap.org)

P&W, State of Connecticut Update Middletown Cluster Operating Agreement

The Surface Transportation Board (STB) on Nov. 28 provided notice that Genesee & Wyoming’s Providence & Worcester Railroad Company (P&W) will operate the 16.84-mile Middletown Cluster railroad under a new agreement with the State of Connecticut.

(Todd Novak Photograph, Courtesy of W&LE)

STB OKs Fortress Acquisitions

The Surface Transportation Board (STB) on Nov. 26 granted authority for Fortress Investment Group LLC (Fortress) to acquire control of Class II Wheeling & Lake Erie Railway Company (W&LE) and terminal switching

During the True Blue gala on Nov. 14, Herbert Smith (left), NS Regional Vice President of Government Relations, awarded a grant to the Chicago Police Foundation. Standing next to Smith are CPD Superintendent Larry Snelling and Chicago Police Foundation Chairman Rick Simon. (Caption and Photograph Courtesy of NS)

Class I Briefs: NS, CSX, BNSF, UP

Norfolk Southern (NS) delivers a $100,000 grant to the Chicago Police Foundation and rolls out a new collection of holiday merchandise. Also, CSX celebrates its Rocky Mount terminal in North Carolina; the BNSF-served NEW Cooperative expands its Osceola, Iowa, location; and Union Pacific (UP) uses point protection technology to boost visibility for locomotive crews.

(Courtesy of Hitachi Rail)

Hitachi Rail Releases 2025 Sustainability Statement

Hitachi Rail on Nov. 26 (World Sustainable Transport Day) published its 2025 Sustainability Statement, reaffirming a commitment to “leading the sustainable development of the mobility sector by driving innovation, reducing environmental impact,

(Screen Grab of Letter Entered by the STB Into Public Record)

64 Industry Organizations to the STB: ‘Proceed With Great Care’

A Nov. 24 letter to the Surface Transportation Board co-authored by 64 U.S. trade associations, chambers, and businesses—from the chemical and agribusiness sectors to the automotive dealer, plastics, building, vinyl, and pet

(Courtesy of Willie D. Mills)

WIR Conference 2025: Connecting, Inspiring, Innovating

Railway Age and Railway Track & Structures on Oct. 15-16 hosted the third-annual in-person Women in Rail Conference with a packed lineup of influential women and their allies, who shared experiences, celebrated achievements, and discussed the future

PANY/NJ’s Rick Cotton (far left) and AASHTO’s Russell McMurry (far right) and Marc Williams. (Photographs courtesy of the respective organizations)

People News: RRB, PANY/NJ, AASHTO

The U.S. Railroad Retirement Board (RRB) appoints Jebby Rasputnis as Director of Programs. Also, Rick Cotton is stepping down as Executive Director of the Port Authority of New York and New Jersey (PANY/NJ); and a new President and Vice President are taking the helm at the American Association of State Highway and Transportation Officials (AASHTO).

(Courtesy of Alstom)

Alstom, CTDOT Unveil Commuter Railcar Mockup

A mockup of one of the 60 commuter railcars joining Connecticut Department of Transportation’s (CTDOT) fleet in late 2026 is now on display at Union Station in New Haven. Alstom landed the

“For 70 years, The Canadian has given Canadians a chance to slow down and experience the beauty of this country in a way that no other journey can offer,” VIA Rail President and CEO Mario Péloquin said on Nov. 21. (Courtesy of VIA Rail)

Transit Briefs: Denver RTD, TriMet, VIA Rail

Denver Regional Transportation District (RTD) in Colorado releases its third-quarter financial results. Also, Tri-County Metropolitan Transportation District of Oregon (TriMet) takes delivery of its last Type 6 MAX LRV on order; and VIA Rail Canada (VIA Rail) celebrates The Canadian’s 70th year of service and provides an update on its new Pan-Canadian fleet.

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