MTA Metro-North Railroad on Feb. 24 announced details of a major expansion of the agency’s railcar fleet, unveiling plans to add new trains that will provide New Haven Line Service to Penn Station and four additional stations in the Bronx.
Consistent with his objective to “increase transparency at the agency,” Surface Transportation Board (STB) Chairman Patrick Fuchs on Feb. 21 provided an update on recent actions to “facilitate and expedite resolution” of several long-standing Board proceedings.
Canadian Pacific Kansas City (CPKC) on Feb. 24 reported that a new four-year collective agreement has been ratified by Unifor, which represents approximately 1,200 mechanics, laborers, diesel service attendants, and mechanical support staff across the Class I railroad’s network in Canada.
California’s North County Transportation District (NCTD) on Feb. 21 kicked off a 30th anniversary celebration for COASTER, the 41-mile, eight-station regional/commuter rail service the runs from Oceanside to downtown San Diego (see
PTSI Transportation recently announced that Senior Advisor Brian D. Rosenwald died on Feb. 19 at age 72.
For fourth-quarter 2024, BNSF reported that results included a $290 million charge related to an agreement that was finalized with the International Association of Sheet Metal, Air, Rail and Transportation Workers –
California High-Speed Rail Authority (CHSRA) on Feb. 19 invited the public to participate in the scoping process for the preparation of an Environmental Impact Report (EIR) for the Central Valley Photovoltaic and Battery
Railway Age proudly recognizes Rochester & Erie Railway LLC (RER) and Railroad Development Corporation’s Iowa Interstate Railroad LLC (IAIS) as our 2025 Short Line and Regional Railroads of the Year, respectively. Earning
NJ Transit (NJT) President Kris Kolluri on Feb. 19 told the audience at the Southern New Jersey Development Council that he intends to see pre-construction this year on the proposed 18-mile-long Glassboro-Camden Line (GCL), according to multiple news reports.
Canadian Pacific Kansas City (CPKC) publishes an update on low carbon transition. Also, Norfolk Southern (NS) supports employees and communities and restores network following severe weather impact on the Eastern U.S.; and CN is recognized for commitment to delivering responsibly.