Providence and Worcester shareholders approve GWI acquisition

Shareholders of Providence and Worcester Railroad Company (P&W) voted to approve the proposed acquisition of PWRR by Genesee & Wyoming Inc. (GWI).

NTSB releases preliminary report into Hoboken train accident

The National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) released the preliminary report on the investigation of the New Jersey Transit accident at Hoboken Terminal that left one person dead and 110 injured.

Riddett takes the reins at RailWorks

Kevin Riddett has been appointed President and CEO of RailWorks Corp. effective Oct. 10, 2016.

New Jersey Transportation Trust Fund reauthorized

New Jersey officials reauthorized the state’s Transportation Trust Fund at $2 billion a year for the next eight years.

Gross & Janes receives U.S. patent for wood crosstie pre-treatment

Gross & Janes Co. announced Sept. 8, 2016 that it has received a United States Patent for a “two-step” borate pre-treatment dipping process and related equipment the company developed to increase the life of wood railroad crossties.

Gross & Janes receives U.S. patent for wood crosstie pre-treatment

Gross & Janes Co. announced Sept. 8, 2016 that it has received a United States Patent for a “two-step” borate pre-treatment dipping process and related equipment the company developed to increase the life of wood railroad crossties.

LACMTA, NCDOT outline plans for federal grants

Officials on opposite sides of the country outlined plans to enhance safety of local rail systems using recently awarded federal funds.

Canada, Ontario reach $2.3 billion funding agreement for infrastructure

The government of Canada and the province of Ontario reached an agreement that makes C$2.97 billion (US$2.3 billion) in combined funding available for infrastructure improvements in the province.

CTC allocates $55M to rail, safety projects in California

The California Transportation Commission (CTC) allocated $814 million to 135 transportation projects in the state and includes $55 million to four rail and safety projects.

FTA makes $7 million available for safety grants

The Federal Transit Administration (FTA) has $7 million in grants available to support efforts that enhance the safety of transit workers and passengers.

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