IR to Trial Hydrogen-Powered Trainsets
Indian Railways (IR) plans to operate its first prototype hydrogen train on the 54-mile Jind to Sonipat line in the northern state of Haryana in December. IR has partnered with German certification
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Wabtec: ‘Strong’ 3Q24 Results, ‘Raised, Tightened’ Adjusted EPS Guidance
Wabtec “delivered another strong quarter” for the three months ending Sept. 30, 2024, with continued growth in sales, margin, earnings and operating cash flow, said President and CEO Rafael Santana, who noted during an Oct. 23 financial report that “continued progress on expanding our backlog reinforces our ability to drive profitable growth ahead, consistent with our long-term guidance.”
Transit Briefs: Station Yards, NYMTA, NJ Transit, KC Streetcar
The next phase of Station Yards, a transit-oriented development spanning 53 acres around the Ronkonkoma Long Island Rail Road (LIRR) station, is unveiled. Also, the New York Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA) launches a new campaign showcasing workers behind public transit; NJ Transit hosts its second large-scale public transportation event workshop in advance of FIFA World Cup 2026; and the KC Streetcar resumes service.
NS, IBEW Reach Tentative Collective Bargaining Agreement
Norfolk Southern (NS) announced Oct. 22 that it has reached a tentative five-year collective bargaining agreement with the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers (IBEW), pushing the coverage of the union workforce under early tentative deals to approximately 67%.
NS Achieves Adjusted Operating Ratio Target for 3Q24 (Updated with TD Cowen Analysis)
Norfolk Southern (NS) on Oct. 22 reported third-quarter 2024 financial results that reflected an adjusted operating ratio of 63.4%, excluding the “impact of railway line sales, the Eastern Ohio incident, as well
CN: ‘Looking Beyond 3Q and Getting Back on Track’
“Our scheduled operating plan demonstrated its resilience in the third quarter, allowing us to adapt our operations to challenges posed by [Jasper] wildfires and prolonged labor issues,” CN President and CEO Tracy
People News: OLI, CDM Smith, HNTB
Operation Lifesaver, Inc. (OLI) welcomes seven new State Coordinators. Also, Jennifer C. Lewis joins CDM Smith as Transportation Group Director for North America; and Syrees Gillens Oliver is a new Public Engagement and Communications Leader at HNTB.
Transit Briefs: SFMTA, MDOT, Metrolinx, TriMet, Phoenix Valley Metro
San Francisco Municipal Transportation Agency (SFMTA) releases its 2024 annual report. Also, a new agreement between Maryland’s Department of Transportation (MDOT) and Department of Housing and Community Development accelerates transit-oriented development opportunities; Metrolinx adds trips to the GO rail network’s Milton Line; Tri-County Metropolitan Transportation District of Oregon (TriMet) earns top credit ratings; and Phoenix (Ariz.) Valley Metro’s new fare system offers cash payment options.
MTS Leaders Cooney, Riley Headline 2024 LRT Conference
The 2024 edition of the Railway Age and Railway Track & Structures Light Rail Conference will take place this November 13-14 in beautiful San Diego, where modern LRT in the United States
CSX Celebrates Locomotive Engineer Delmar Browning
CSX on Oct. 21 released a special video honoring Locomotive Engineer Delmar Browning, who is not only retiring after 47-1/2 years of service but also passing the throttle to his son Bryce, who is continuing the “family legacy” in the Class I railroad’s training program.