(Photograph Courtesy of NWSA)

BNSF to Open Domestic Intermodal Facility in Pacific Northwest (Updated)

BNSF is developing a new rail hub at the Port of Tacoma, Wash.,in partnership with the Northwest Seaport Alliance (NWSA), “to meet increased intermodal demand in the greater Seattle region and unlock capacity,” the Class I reported on July 27.

2022 John H. Chafee Environmental Excellence Award Winner Jamie Helmer with (from left to right) NS's Tom Schnautz, Matt Gernaud, Josh Raglin and David Schoendorfer. (Photo Courtesy of AAR, via Twitter)

NS’s Jamie Helmer Receives 2022 John H. Chafee Environmental Excellence Award

The Association of American Railroads (AAR) announced on July 27 that it has named Norfolk Southern (NS) Director of Fuel Efficiency Jamie Helmer as recipient of the 2022 John H. Chafee Environmental

(Photograph Courtesy of CP via Twitter)

Class I Briefs: BNSF, CP

BNSF this year awarded college scholarships to 49 children of employees or retirees. Also, Canadian Pacific (CP) is expanding its workforce in Revelstoke, British Columbia.

The five-year on-property agreement secures a general wage increase of 29%.

BLET Ratifies New Contract with Illinois & Midland Railroad

Members of the Brotherhood of Locomotive Engineers and Trainmen (BLET) ratified on July 21 a new five-year on-property agreement that secures a general wage increase of 29% with the 154-mile short line

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BNSF Summer Intern Program: A ‘Career Starter’

An internship at BNSF isn’t about taking coffee orders. Our paid Summer Internship Program is designed to give college students real-life, impactful assignments that put their skills and education into practice—and we are proud to watch them develop as professionals.

Amtrak will likely provide the intercity service on the proposed Coachella Valley-San Gorgonio Pass Rail Corridor Service.

Proposed L.A.-Indio Passenger Rail Service Makes Headway

A plan for new passenger rail service that would span approximately 144 miles, linking the City of Coachella with Los Angeles Union Station (LAUS), has taken another step forward following a public

BNSF's Cary Hutchings is honored with the Michael P. Hickey Award from the IAMC. (Photo Courtesy of BNSF via LinkedIn)

People News: BNSF, Patriot Rail, ARRC, STV

BNSF’s Cary Hutchings is honored with the Michael P. Hickey Award. Also, Patriot Rail names Jennifer Crotty Assistant Vice President Business Development; Alaska Railroad (ARRC) names Brian O’Dowd Director Engineering Services; and

TGSC will create a common carrier at the Cedar Point Industrial Park. (Image Courtesy of TGSC, via STB)

TGSC Files to Become Class III Rail Carrier

Non-carrier TGS Cedar Point Railroad LLC (TGSC) has filed with the Surface Transportation Board (STB) a present notice of exemption pursuant to 49 C.F.R. Part 1150 Subpart D to offer common carrier

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Analysis: ‘Big 4’ Revised STB Service Recovery Plans

The four largest U.S. freight railroad companies—BNSF, CSX, Norfolk Southern, Union Pacific—all reported, per the request of the Surface Transportation Board, supplemental information about their efforts to improve service and network fluidity. This is, of course part, of an ongoing STB service investigation with public hearings held back on April 26 and 27 of this year.

The public comment period on KDOT's State Rail Plan draft will remain open for 30 days.

KDOT Requests Comments on State Rail Plan

The Kansas Department of Transportation (KDOT) is requesting comments on its draft State Rail Plan, which provides an overview of freight rail networks in Kansas, commodity flows, economic data and information about

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