The California Air Resources Board (CARB) has issued an Enforcement Notice concerning its In-Use Locomotive Regulation, which is pending authorization from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). Because the EPA’s ruling on CARB’s request
Port Authority of New York and New Jersey’s (PANY/NJ) PATH sets ridership records in September. Also, Tri-County Metropolitan Transportation District of Oregon (TriMet) launches a unified Security Operations Center; Metrolinx completes accessibility upgrades at Eglinton GO Station in Scarborough, Ontario; and Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority (MBTA) wraps up Orange Line track work, removing 20 speed restrictions.
New York Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA) Chair and CEO Janno Lieber on Oct. 23 named three officials to senior strategic roles, including Demetrius Crichlow as the 12th permanent President of New York City Transit (NYCT).
Two months after the Canadian Industrial Relations Board’s (CIRB) order imposing binding arbitration between CN and the Teamsters Canada Rail Conference (TCRC), CN is reporting that both parties have recently agreed on
The Utah Transit Authority (UTA) on Oct. 23 awarded Stadler US Inc. a $129 million contract for 20 low-floor CITYLINK light rail vehicles for Salt Lake City’s TRAX light rail system Modernization
The Port of Long Beach (POLB) announced Oct. 23 that it has been awarded more than $2.6 million by the U.S. Department of Homeland Security’s (DHS) Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) to
“During the third quarter, we delivered strong performance across the operations of our unrivaled North American network, despite dealing with a number of temporary headwinds,” said CPKC President and CEO Keith Creel
The Greenbrier Companies ended fiscal 2024 with a “great” fourth quarter as it delivered an aggregate gross margin of nearly 16%, reflecting the “efficiency initiatives we have been focused on for the last 18 months to improve margins in our core manufacturing business and the growth of recurring revenue from our leasing platform,” said President and CEO Lorie L. Tekorius, during a report on the freight transportation equipment and services supplier’s third fiscal-quarter ended Aug. 31, 2024.
Through the first 42 weeks of 2024 (ending Oct. 19), total North American carload and intermodal traffic rose 2.3% from the same point last year, according to the Association of American Railroads (AAR).
CSX on Oct. 22 reported reaching new five-year tentative collective bargaining agreements with the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers (IBEW) and National Conference of Firemen & Oilers (NCFO) and ratifying an agreement
At Norfolk Southern’s Network Operations Center (NOC), our Locomotive Group is making significant strides in driving greater efficiency across our entire network. Through teamwork and innovative approaches, the group is boosting productivity
Indian Railways (IR) plans to operate its first prototype hydrogen train on the 54-mile Jind to Sonipat line in the northern state of Haryana in December. IR has partnered with German certification
Wabtec “delivered another strong quarter” for the three months ending Sept. 30, 2024, with continued growth in sales, margin, earnings and operating cash flow, said President and CEO Rafael Santana, who noted during an Oct. 23 financial report that “continued progress on expanding our backlog reinforces our ability to drive profitable growth ahead, consistent with our long-term guidance.”
The next phase of Station Yards, a transit-oriented development spanning 53 acres around the Ronkonkoma Long Island Rail Road (LIRR) station, is unveiled. Also, the New York Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA) launches a new campaign showcasing workers behind public transit; NJ Transit hosts its second large-scale public transportation event workshop in advance of FIFA World Cup 2026; and the KC Streetcar resumes service.
Norfolk Southern (NS) announced Oct. 22 that it has reached a tentative five-year collective bargaining agreement with the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers (IBEW), pushing the coverage of the union workforce under early tentative deals to approximately 67%.
Norfolk Southern (NS) on Oct. 22 reported third-quarter 2024 financial results that reflected an adjusted operating ratio of 63.4%, excluding the “impact of railway line sales, the Eastern Ohio incident, as well
“Our scheduled operating plan demonstrated its resilience in the third quarter, allowing us to adapt our operations to challenges posed by [Jasper] wildfires and prolonged labor issues,” CN President and CEO Tracy
Operation Lifesaver, Inc. (OLI) welcomes seven new State Coordinators. Also, Jennifer C. Lewis joins CDM Smith as Transportation Group Director for North America; and Syrees Gillens Oliver is a new Public Engagement and Communications Leader at HNTB.
San Francisco Municipal Transportation Agency (SFMTA) releases its 2024 annual report. Also, a new agreement between Maryland’s Department of Transportation (MDOT) and Department of Housing and Community Development accelerates transit-oriented development opportunities; Metrolinx adds trips to the GO rail network’s Milton Line; Tri-County Metropolitan Transportation District of Oregon (TriMet) earns top credit ratings; and Phoenix (Ariz.) Valley Metro’s new fare system offers cash payment options.
The 2024 edition of the Railway Age and Railway Track & Structures Light Rail Conference will take place this November 13-14 in beautiful San Diego, where modern LRT in the United States
