Donfris Named Greenbrier CFO
The Greenbrier Companies, Inc. (Greenbrier) on May 21 announced that Michael J. Donfris has been named Chief Financial Officer (CFO) following a nationwide search.
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RailPulse, Amsted Team on Telematics
Amsted Digital Solutions has signed a multi-year agreement allowing RailPulse™—the coalition established in late 2020 to “facilitate and accelerate the adoption of GPS and other telematics technology across the North American railcar network”—to act
Transit Briefs: WMATA, MBTA, NCTD, RTA
The Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority (WMATA) applauds state funding to redevelop the Capitol Heights Metro Station. Also, the Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority (MBTA) advances nearly 1,000 units of housing; the North County Transit District (NCTD) authorizes negotiations with developers for two oceanside transit-oriented development (TOD) projects; and Chicago’s Regional Transportation Authority (RTA) selects eight station activation projects for a pilot program to improve public safety near transit and develops the Chicago region’s first Mobility Hub Network Framework.
Class I Briefs: CSX, NS, CPKC
CSX is recognized for its work helping veterans achieve post-military employment and holds its 2024 women in rail leadership event. Also, Norfolk Southern (NS) hosts its annual short line conference and presents its second-annual Bulldog Legacy Scholarships; and Canadian Pacific Kansas City (CPKC) will open its newest automotive facility in June.
FRA Finalizes Dispatcher, Signal Employee Certification Rules
The Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) on May 20 announced two final rules requiring freight railroads, Amtrak and commuter railroads to develop certification and training programs for train dispatchers and signal employees.
Watch: NSHR Pays Tribute to America’s Armed Forces
Northumberland, Pa.-based North Shore Railroad Company & Affiliates (NSHR) on May 17 unveiled and dedicated the LVRR 9052 (Veterans Unit) and LVRR 9050 (Memorial Unit) to United States military service members—”past, present and fallen.”
NRHS Announces 2024 Heritage Grant Recipients
The National Railway Historical Society (NRHS) at its board conference on May 5 in Cedar Rapids, Iowa, announced the 28 recipients of its 2024 Railway Heritage Preservation Grants, in support of the preservation of historical railroad-related artifacts and media.
BLET Reaches Tentative Agreement With CF&E
The Brotherhood of Locomotive Engineers and Trainmen (BLET) announced May 17 that it has reached a tentative agreement with Genesee & Wyoming (G&W) subsidiary Chicago, Fort Wayne & Eastern Railroad (CFE), a
Transit Briefs: Caltrain, CTA, Colorado
California’s Caltrain welcomes thousands to the third public tour of its new Stadler-built KISS bilevel EMUs (electric multiple-units). Also, Chicago Transit Authority (CTA) marks the highest ridership week of 2024; and Colorado Gov. Jared Polis signs multiple transit-related bills into law, including one to advance Front Range Passenger Rail.
Industrial Development Briefs: Harnois Énergies, CJ Logistics America
Harnois Énergies (HÉ) inaugurates a rail spur at the Saint-Thomas distribution center in Quebec City. Also, CJ Logistics America announces the opening of a new cold storage warehouse in New Century, Kans.