Transportation logistics company TNW Corporation announced Nov. 7 that it has appointed Bobby M. Franklin as Chief Operation Officer responsible for the “performance, staffing, resource alignment and implementation of strategic initiatives” for
Supply chain solution provider J.B. Hunt and BNSF Railway on Nov. 7 announced the launch of Quantum, an intermodal service that accommodates the “service-sensitive” highway freight needs of customer supply chains. According
The Brotherhood of Locomotive Engineers and Trainmen (BLET) announced Nov. 7 that a contract ratification vote is under way for the union’s members who work with Keolis Rail Services Virginia. According to
Union Pacific’s (UP) articulated 4-8-8-4 “Big Boy” No. 4014—one of the largest and perhaps most famous steam locomotives ever built—is readying for the Four Corners 2024 tour. Also, Norfolk Southern (NS) is honored as one of the top 25 Veteran Employers by Military.com.
The New York Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA) releases its “Zoning for Accessibility: 2022-2023 Annual Report”; Metrolink, LOSSAN and Amtrak Pacific Surfliner partner to provide expanded customer options; and the operation of Metrolinx’s Eglinton Crosstown LRT (ECLRT) may soon be in the hands of Ontario.
Marmon Rail has elevated Kate Suprenuk to President, Railcar Leasing North America, leading the leasing business of Union Tank Car Company (UTLX) and Procor Limited. Randy Pocrnick, President of Procor Leasing, will retain his current responsibilities and report to Suprenuk.
An affiliate of investment firm ITE Management L.P. (ITE) has agreed to acquire North American rolling stock lessor SMBC Rail Services LLC from SMBC Americas Holdings, Inc., a member of Sumitomo Mitsui
Wabtec Corporation on Nov. 6 released its 2023 Sustainability Report highlighting the company’s “vision and progress on key environmental, social and governance (ESG) commitments.”
Union Pacific (UP) on Nov. 6 reported that 543 nonprofit organizations across its 23-state system will benefit from nearly $5.1 million in grants from its 2023 Community Ties Giving Program.
Manufacturing company Ballard Power Systems announced Nov. 6 that it has received an order for 2.4 megawatts (MW) of additional fuel cell engines from Canadian Pacific Kansas City (CPKC).
The International Association of Sheet Metal, Air, Rail and Transportation Workers, Transportation Division (SMART-TD) announced on Nov. 3 that it has voted, with approximately two-thirds of its members in favor, to ratify a tentative agreement it had reached with BNSF Railway in late September.
Santa is putting his elves to work earlier than ever this year.
Used restaurant cooking oil, tallow and municipal solid waste might not be what most consider the next “big thing” given their “eww” factor, but these raw materials are gaining new respect as a solution to meeting the world’s needs for sustainable energy. That’s because they’re considered feedstocks, which are needed to produce biofuels, or renewable fuels.
Brightline, Florida’s private-sector passenger railroad, unveils an Orlando Health-branded train. Also, Los Angeles County Metropolitan Transportation Authority (LACMTA) releases the Measure M five-year comprehensive assessment and equity report; ST Engineering wins platform screen door contract for Metrolinx’s Ontario Line; Southeastern Pennsylvania Transportation Authority (SEPTA) will stop accepting fare tokens next year; and Sound Transit’s new fare compliance policy takes effect later this month.
The California High-Speed Rail Authority (CHSRA) has released a design services Request for Qualifications (RFQ) to industry for track and overhead contact systems for the initial 171-mile passenger rail service connecting Merced to Bakersfield. It also released its 2023 sustainability report.
BNSF on Nov. 6 released third-quarter 2023 financial results, including net income of $1.221 billion, a 15% decline from the prior-year period’s $1.442 billion, and total volumes (in thousands) of 2,296, down 5% from 2022’s 2,411.
“Our results this quarter underscore the power of disciplined commercial decision making combined with running the most efficient manufacturing operation in the industry. While the third quarter presented unique challenges for FreightCar America (FCA), including the disruptive impacts of the migrant issue and subsequent rail service interruption, we continued to improve the quality of our performance,” said President and CEO Jim Meyer during a Nov. 6 earnings report.
Canadian Pacific Kansas City (CPKC) and CSX Transportation are seeking Surface Transportation Board (STB) approval to establish a new interchange connection in Alabama and freight corridor linking Mexico, Texas and the U.S. Southeast. The STB on Nov. 3 accepted for consideration their applications.
The Surface Transportation Board (STB) on Nov. 2 denied Union Pacific’s (UP) motion to dismiss Sanimax USA LLC’s (Sanimax) service case against it and set a procedural schedule for the submission of damages evidence. STB Members Patrick J. Fuchs and Michelle A. Schultz dissented with separate expressions.
Norfolk Southern’s commitment to finding “A Better Way Forward” was put to the test when our customer and a global leader in the paper and packaging industry needed an innovative solution at their box plant.
