Port of Vancouver USA close to wrapping up decade-long rail program
The Port of Vancouver USA has begun work on the final two projects in its decade-long initiative bolster growth by investing in freight rail infrastructure.
Metra Board approves inward-facing cameras
The Metra Board of Directors approved a trio of contracts May 24 that will see inward-facing cameras installed on its system, renovations made to its Hazel Crest Station and work performed on several bridges.
Seattle port grade separation receives funds
A planned grade separation that will improve traffic flow and safety has received funding from the Port of Seattle Commission.
Cuomo outlines Penn Station action plan
New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo outlined an action plan to help transit riders deal with the impending work Amtrak is planning at Penn Station during the summer.
FTA greenlights Caltrain electrification funding
The Federal Transit Administration (FTA) intends to sign a Full Funding Grant Agreement with Caltrain that would commit $647 million to the Peninsula Corridor Electrification Project.
As biggest boxship docks, Vancouver’s Deltaport growth tied to rail partnerships
The largest container vessel to call Canada arrived on May 5 at Global Container Terminals (GCT) Deltaport, located in the Port of Vancouver. The port was able to attract the vessel due in part to its enhanced rail connections.
CN aids Winnipeg grade separation project
Local and federal Canadian officials gathered May 5 to break ground on a grade separation project in Winnipeg, MB.
FRA extends Part 243 implementation deadline by full year
The Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) has extended the implementation dates of Part 243 Minimum Training Standards by one year according to a notice in the May 3 edition of the Federal Register.
MassDOT purchases 20 remote-control ballast cars
The Massachusetts Department of Transportation (MassDOT) received delivery of 20 new remote-control steel ballast cars in mid April.
Long Island Rail Road expansion moves forward
The Final Environmental Impact Statement for a proposed Long Island Rail Road (LIRR) expansion project has been issued following more than a year of data collection, analysis and public outreach.