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RAILWAY AGE JUNE 2024 ISSUE: If you’re in the industry long enough, chances are that eventually you’ll come across a story about a wayward railcar—not necessarily an anecdote about a railcar ending
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Hydrogen Finds its Place in California
State government regulations are accelerating the shift from diesel to alternative traction in California. Kyle Gradinger, Division Chief of Rail and Mass Transportation at the California Department of Transportation (CALTRANS), explains the
TekTracking Deploys Canadian CTA
TekTracking LLC on June 5 cut over a Commander Terminal Automation (CTA) system on a Canadian Class I yard in Prince George, British Columbia. “The automation of this Canadian Class I facility
FLIRT H2 Sets a Guinness World Record at TTC
TTC OPERATED BY ENSCO, RAILWAY AGE JUNE 2024 ISSUE: Rail transportation has recently achieved a groundbreaking milestone with Stadler’s hydrogen-powered FLIRT H2 train. On March 22, 2024, the Zero-Emission Multiple Unit (ZEMU)
Will Intermodal, Petroleum Carry the Day for Railroads?
“At first glance, rail traffic in May seems to display mixed signals,” AAR Chief Economist Rand Ghayad reported June 5. “While coal’s continued decline has led to a decrease in total carloads, a
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CARB’s Unattainable Rail Mandate
WATCHING WASHINGTON, RAILWAY AGE JUNE 2024 ISSUE: One would think California’s housing cost crisis, soaring energy prices, hundreds of companies relocating and a population exodus would induce greater regard for benefits and
Small-Road Briefs: RCPE, R.J. Corman Railroad Group (UPDATED)
Genesee & Wyoming’s (G&W) Rapid City, Pierre & Eastern Railroad (RCPE) celebrates its 10th anniversary. Also, R.J. Corman Rail Group founder Richard J. Corman is posthumously inducted into the Junior Achievement of the Bluegrass Hall of Fame.
Transit Briefs: Amtrak, VPRA, MoDOT
Amtrak debuts accessibility improvements at its four Bay Area, Calif., stations. Also, Virginia Passenger Rail Authority (VPRA) and Norfolk Southern (NS) discuss a new rail agreement; and the Missouri Department of Transportation (MoDOT) advances the proposed St. Joseph-to-Kansas City passenger rail project.
People News: American Seating, HNTB
American Seating reports the passing of David Brian McLaughlin, Vice President of Sales and Marketing. Also, HNTB signs on John Hong as Construction Project Director based in the firm’s Los Angeles, Calif., office.
APTA Announces 2024 Rail Safety, Security and Emergency Management Winners (UPDATED 6/7)
The American Public Transportation Association (APTA) on June 4 honored six public transportation providers from California, Georgia, New York, Oregon, Pennsylvania and Washington, D.C., with the 2024 Rail Safety, Security and Emergency Management Awards.
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‘Safety Is No. 1 With Me’: Reflections of a 50-Year Railroader
When I started my railroading career in September 1973, I expected to stay six months. More than 50 years later, I still take great pride in taking my turn in the seat operating locomotives at Union Pacific (UP).
Watch: CSX Adds P&LE to Heritage Fleet (UPDATED 6/7)
CSX recently revealed its latest heritage locomotive—a tribute to the Pittsburgh & Lake Erie (P&LE)—fresh out of the Class I railroad’s paint shop in Waycross, Ga.
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Proof of Payment Past and Present: Part 1 – Tickets and Transfers
Fare collection has long been one of the hottest topics in public transit. Opinions range about how much a ride costs or how much it should cost, who is paying and who is not paying. Often forgotten in all the talk about fares is the history behind Proof of Payment systems, or “POP.”
Transit Briefs: Tri-Rail, CTA, Amtrak Virginia
Tri-Rail introduces new express train service. Also, the Chicago Transit Authority (CTA) announces “Refresh & Renew” work across the system and celebrates diversity and inclusiveness with the return of its Pride Train; and Amtrak Virginia rolls into summer with record ridership.
Supply Side: Alstom, Hitachi, Ltd.
Alstom joins Pride at Work Canada (PaWC) to help support an inclusive workplace for LGBTQ+ employees. Also, Hitachi, Ltd. and Microsoft Corporation announce a three-year collaboration on AI (Artificial Intelligence).
BNSF: Leadership Changes in Marketing, Transportation, Service Design
BNSF on June 3 reported several key leadership changes, which will take effect Sept. 1. After more than 36 years of service, Executive Vice President and Chief Marketing Officer Steve Bobb will
People News: Savage, STV, NCTD, RATP Dev USA
Savage announces CEO retirement and successor appointment. Also, STV promotes Marilisa Stigliano to lead financial planning and analysis; North County Transit District (NCTD) hires Joy Freeman as Chief People Officer; and RATP Dev USA announces key leadership changes.
Class I Briefs: CSX, CN
CSX honors Signal Inspector David Hogarth for achieving 45 years at the Class I. Also, CN partners with Canada’s Sports Hall of Fame in support of Indigenous athletes and their stories.
IANA Honoring Larry Gross for Intermodal Achievement
The Intermodal Association of North America (IANA) will present industry consultant Larry Gross with its 2024 Silver Kingpin Award at the Intermodal EXPO, to be held Sept. 9-11 in Long Beach, Calif.
Verdigris Southern Becomes Watco’s 46th Short Line Railroad
Watco recently welcomed the Verdigris Southern Railroad (VESO), a three-mile line that serves the Port of Inola in Tulsa, Okla., as its 46th short line railroad.