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Vonashek Succeeding Rinaldi at Metro-North

MTA Metro-North Railroad Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer Justin Vonashek will succeed Catherine Rinaldi as President of the second largest (by ridership) regional/commuter railroad in the U.S. Rinaldi, the first

ATP has released a request for information for industry feedback on the draft solicitation and contract seeking final design and construction services related to the Austin Light Rail project’s transitway, tracks, systems, stations, bridges, traffic signals, utilities, drainage structures and streetscape. (ATP Rendering)

Transit Briefs: ATP, MDOT, TTC, Tri-Rail

Austin (Tex.) Transit Partnership (ATP) initiates procurement of the final design and construction contract for Austin’s first light rail system. Also, Maryland Department of Transportation (MDOT) launches a grant program to support transit-oriented development (TOD) projects; Toronto Transit Commission (TTC) pilots automatic camera enforcement technology to boost streetcar rider safety; and South Florida’s Tri-Rail surpasses 4 million rides in 2024.

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People News: INRD, UTLX/Procor Limited

The Indiana Rail Road Company (INRD) welcomes Jason Blakeman as Director, Safety & Training. Also, Union Tank Car Company (UTLX) and Procor Limited announce key leadership changes.

Class I Briefs: CSX, CPKC

CSX Executive Vice President and Chief Administrative Officer Diana Sorfleet is honored as one of the Women of Distinction by the Girl Scouts of Gateway Council. Also, Canadian Pacific Kansas City (CPKC) selects MacKids as the 2025 CPKC Women’s Open charity partner.

David McLean. (Photograph Courtesy of CN)

David McLean, 1938-2025

David McLean, CN’s first Chair of the Board following privatization in 1995, died late last month. He was 86.