NJT Accelerates Fare Modernization Program

New ways to pay: New Jersey Transit says it working “to transform the customer experience through innovation and technology,” showcasing fare collection modernization efforts during an event at its Secaucus Junction Station:

CN, Congebec Forge ‘Chilly’ Partnership

CN and Congebec, a Canadian logistics provider of distribution services for the food, retail and packaged goods industries, are collaborating on a “state-of-the-art” cold storage facility at CN’s Calgary Logistics Park in

ITS Logistics Issues October US Port/Rail Ramp Freight Index

“A continued downward trend in import volumes, which is driving tighter assessment of accessorial fees as ports seek to capture revenue during peak season,” has been confirmed by ITS Logistics’ recently released

MDOT MTA to Expand, Modernize MARC Storage Facilities at Martin Maintenance Yard

Following unanimous approval from the Board of Public Works last week, the Maryland Department of Transportation Maryland Transit Administration (MDOT MTA) announced Oct. 9 that it will begin construction to expand and modernize the MARC train storage facilities at the Martin Maintenance Yard in Baltimore County.

(Courtesy of Ricardo)

WSP Expands its Portfolio

Professional services firm WSP Global Inc. (WSP) on Oct. 9 completed its acquisition of Ricardo plc (Ricardo), a strategic and engineering consultancy firm headquartered in the United Kingdom.

(Courtesy of G&W)

G&W, King Milling Celebrate Partnership

Genesee & Wyoming (G&W) on Oct. 8 joined customer King Milling to celebrate the impact of infrastructure grants the partners received from the Michigan Department of Transportation’s Office of Rail.

DART has eight Stadler DMUs for its 26-mile Silver Line service, which will launch Oct. 25. (DART Photograph)

Transit Briefs: DART, HART, Caltrain, San Diego MTS, VRE, Amtrak

Dallas Area Rapid Transit (DART) readies for Silver Line service. Also, Honolulu Authority for Rapid Transportation (HART) preps riders for Skyline’s second-segment launch; California’s Caltrain will be compensated for the power it returns to the grid through its trains’ regenerative braking; San Diego Metropolitan Transit System (MTS) reports a drop in crime across its network; Virginia Railway Express (VRE) reaches a ridership milestone; and a third daily trip will be added to Amtrak’s Missouri River Runner during the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

John M. Samuels Jr., 82

Former Norfolk Southern Senior Vice President of Operations Planning and Support John M. Samuels Jr. died August 22, 2025, in Jupiter, Fla., He was 82 Samuels grew up in Yardley, Pa. After

Sion Tapped as New Alstom CEO

Alstom on Oct. 8 announced that Martin Sion has been chosen by the company’s Board of Directors, following the recommendation of the Nominations and Remuneration Committee, as the new Chief Executive Officer

Pacific Harbor Line and President Otis L. Cliatt II (left) received the 2025 Maritime Industry Salute Award on Oct. 2. It was presented by Guy Fox, Chairman of the Board of the International Seafarers Center of the Ports of Long Beach and Los Angeles (right). (Photograph Courtesy of PHL)

PHL, Cliatt II Earn 2025 Maritime Industry Salute Award

The International Seafarers Center of the Ports of Long Beach and Los Angeles on Oct. 2 recognized the Pacific Harbor Line (PHL) and its President Otis L. Cliatt II “for their outstanding professional performance in ensuring safe, secure, and efficient cargo handling, and for their steadfast advocacy for both seafaring and shoreside workers.”

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