Canada’s Federal Court of Appeals on Oct. 4, 2024, dismissed a lower court’s ruling halting CN’s construction of an intermodal terminal, the C$250 million Milton Logistics Hub, in the GTHA (Greater Toronto
New Jersey Transit (NJ Transit) and its largest union, the Amalgamated Transit Union (ATU), on May 7 reported reaching a “fair and fiscally responsible” tentative agreement. Meanwhile, the National Mediation Board has called the agency and the Brotherhood of Locomotive Engineers and Trainmen (BLET) to meet in Washington, D.C., ahead of a potential May 16 work stoppage.
Anacostia Rail Holdings (ARH) on May 8 announced that it has appointed Mark Nuchurch as Manager of Safety and Compliance—a new role and title at the short line railroad holding company.
After 37 years of service, Beth Whited on July 1 will transition from President of Union Pacific (UP) to Strategic Advisor, a position she will hold until early 2026, the Class I railroad reported May 9.
The Brotherhood of Locomotive Engineers and Trainmen (BLET) on May 8 announced that it has reached a tentative five-year agreement with the Western New York & Pennsylvania (WNYP) Railroad, governing rates of
Canada’s Infrastructure Ontario and Metrolinx are evaluating Stations, Rail and Systems (SRS) package proposals for the Eglinton Crosstown West Extension in Toronto. Also, Los Angeles County Metropolitan Transportation Authority (LACMTA) selects the chief who will lead its new in-house public safety department; Brightline, Florida’s private-sector passenger railroad, teams with Industrious to offer riders “on-the-go” workspaces; and Amtrak and Crayola partner to promote family travel.
Norfolk Southern (NS) launches Trades on Track scholarship. Also, CSX is named the 2024 Carrier of the Year by Diversified CPC and Highroad Consulting and provides tablets for Train and Engine (T&E) employees.
The Orange County Transportation Authority (OCTA) has unveiled the first Siemens Mobility S700 for the 4.15-mile OC Streetcar system in California, which is 92% complete and slated to launch next spring. The
MxV RAIL R&D, RAILWAY AGE MAY 2025 ISSUE: The Wheel Impact Load Detector (WILD) is an established wayside detector technology used to identify out-of-round conditions, whether due to wheel polygonization or surface
The Port of Montreal Authority (MPA) on May 7 released the Port of Montreal’s 2024 operating results, showing “stable volumes” compared to 2023, $143 million in operating results, and $22.6 million in net earnings. The year was characterized by “several major port infrastructure projects, milestones in the energy transition, and many high points in community engagement.”
