Union Pacific (UP) in 2024 invested more than $1 million in free college tuition for employees. Also, Norfolk Southern’s (NS) Elkhart Yard helps to increase fluidity and add capacity; and CSX honors electrician Dale Reynolds for 45-plus years of service.
Anacostia Rail Holdings (ARH) on Feb. 24 reported entering into an agreement with RailPulse, the coalition established in late 2020 “to develop, broaden, and accelerate the use of GPS and other telematics
Amtrak extends Empire Service between Albany and New York City. Also, the Chicago Plan Commission adopts the Chicago Transit Authority’s (CTA) 95th Street Corridor Plan for equitable transit-oriented development (ETOD); and the Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority (MBTA) will issue a Request for Proposals (RFP) this fall for a new operator of its Commuter Rail system.
MTA Metro-North Railroad on Feb. 24 announced details of a major expansion of the agency’s railcar fleet, unveiling plans to add new trains that will provide New Haven Line Service to Penn Station and four additional stations in the Bronx.
Consistent with his objective to “increase transparency at the agency,” Surface Transportation Board (STB) Chairman Patrick Fuchs on Feb. 21 provided an update on recent actions to “facilitate and expedite resolution” of several long-standing Board proceedings.
Canadian Pacific Kansas City (CPKC) on Feb. 24 reported that a new four-year collective agreement has been ratified by Unifor, which represents approximately 1,200 mechanics, laborers, diesel service attendants, and mechanical support staff across the Class I railroad’s network in Canada.
California’s North County Transportation District (NCTD) on Feb. 21 kicked off a 30th anniversary celebration for COASTER, the 41-mile, eight-station regional/commuter rail service the runs from Oceanside to downtown San Diego (see
PTSI Transportation recently announced that Senior Advisor Brian D. Rosenwald died on Feb. 19 at age 72.
For fourth-quarter 2024, BNSF reported that results included a $290 million charge related to an agreement that was finalized with the International Association of Sheet Metal, Air, Rail and Transportation Workers –
California High-Speed Rail Authority (CHSRA) on Feb. 19 invited the public to participate in the scoping process for the preparation of an Environmental Impact Report (EIR) for the Central Valley Photovoltaic and Battery
Railway Age proudly recognizes Rochester & Erie Railway LLC (RER) and Railroad Development Corporation’s Iowa Interstate Railroad LLC (IAIS) as our 2025 Short Line and Regional Railroads of the Year, respectively. Earning
The hits just keep coming with another arctic blast this week and some extensive flooding, primary impacting Norfolk Southern in Southern West Virginia, Eastern Kentucky, Southwest Virginia and Eastern Ohio, resulting in
News Item: The President issued an Executive Order Feb. 18 asserting direct control of independent (from the Executive Branch) federal agencies, including the National Mediation Board (NMB, which administers the Railway Labor
NJ Transit (NJT) President Kris Kolluri on Feb. 19 told the audience at the Southern New Jersey Development Council that he intends to see pre-construction this year on the proposed 18-mile-long Glassboro-Camden Line (GCL), according to multiple news reports.
Canadian Pacific Kansas City (CPKC) publishes an update on low carbon transition. Also, Norfolk Southern (NS) supports employees and communities and restores network following severe weather impact on the Eastern U.S.; and CN is recognized for commitment to delivering responsibly.
Passenger rail projects, as many industry observers have been pointing out since POTUS 45 won a second term this past Presidential election, will suffer under the POTUS 47 regime. California’s High Speed
Forsee Power on Feb. 20 reported that its battery system was selected as part of a switcher retrofit project headed by Innovative Rail Technologies (IRT).
The American Short Line and Regional Railroad Association (ASLRRA) appoints Lauren Schlechte as Manager, Meetings. Also, the Los Angeles-San Diego-San Luis Obispo (LOSSAN) Rail Corridor Agency announces its 2025 Board of Directors leadership; and the Port of Oakland appoints Kristi McKenney as Executive Director.
Pennsylvania Transformer Technology LLC will receive a $400,000 grant from NCCR Invests, the North Carolina Railroad Company’s (NCRR) economic development arm, for a facility expansion project in Raeford, N.C., which is served by Aberdeen & Rockfish Railroad.
Union Pacific’s (UP) Pacific Northwest team earns the railroad’s esteemed Safety Bell. Also, CSX donates $250,000 to Nemours to expand access to pediatric behavioral health services.
