Colorado explores Front Range commuter line

A Colorado commission is exploring plans for a commuter rail line connecting cities along the state’s Front Range.

First East Coast call for largest box ship

East Coast ports opened a new era in shipping as the Ultra Large Container Vessel CMA CGM Theodore Roosevelt recently called the ports of Virginia, Savannah and Charleston for the first time.

Partriot Rail merger adds port services

Short line operator Patriot Rail Company LLC has merged with Diversified Port Holdings LLC, part of a plan to offer bundled rail/sea services to shippers.

Ore up 11.5% in weekly carloads

Intermodal traffic again outpaced overall rail freight for the week ending August 26 as imports flowed in for the retail holiday season, according to the Association of American Railroads.

Amtrak restores Texas Eagle service

Amtrak has restored some Texas passenger services after rain and flooding caused by Hurricane Harvey disrupted operations.

Union Pacific begins repairs after Harvey

Union Pacific said it has begun the process of inspecting and repairing track and other infrastructure following the destructive effects of Hurricane Harvey.

Union Pacific donating $250K for Hurricane Harvey relief; traffic embargoes continue

Amid suspended operations throughout the region, Union Pacific pledged $250,000 to support Hurricane Harvey relief efforts.

Harvey flooding disrupts Amtrak, Metro rail

Catastrophic rain and flooding brought by Hurricane Harvey has disrupted Amtrak and Houston Metro transit services.

Williams new FTA Deputy Administrator

K. Jane Williams, a veteran of two GOP administrations, has been appointed Deputy Administrator of the Federal Transit Administration.

GE, Port of LA expand data program

The Port of Los Angeles and GE Transportation are expanding a digital supply chain pilot program to include all container terminals and shipping lines at the port.

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