McNeely to lead The Andersons rail; Shah to retire
Railcar repair and lessor The Andersons announced the retirement of Rail Group executives Rasesh Shah, president, and Vice President of Sales Charles (Chuck) Brown.
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Women in Rail 2017 – Sharon Greene, HDR
Sharon Greene of HDR has been at the forefront of innovation in rail transportation finance and infrastructure development for more than 40 years. Specializing in transportation economics, infrastructure finance and transportation planning, she has developed innovative financial strategies for rail and transit organizations and managed programs for transit, intercity and commuter rail, as well as freight and goods movement.
STB modifies rules in rate review process
The Surface Transportation Board on Thursday issued a final rule in Expediting Rate Cases, Docket No. EP 733, to help improve and expedite the rate review process.
Women in Rail 2017 – Allison Fergus, Genesee & Wyoming Railroad Services Inc.
Fergus joined Genesee & Wyoming in 2005 and not long after was named one of the youngest female General Counsels in the history of the U.S. rail industry.
Women in Rail 2017 – Joy Chiu, Port Authority of New York & New Jersey/PATH
As Assistant Superintendent – Way & Structures, Chiu developed and built the team for Port Authority Trans-Hudson’s (PATH’s) newest unit, Logistics and Rail Planning, which is responsible for coordination of the different capital projects at PATH; providing executive management with key information for decision-making, and managing staff who oversee the coordination of the major real estate development projects around PATH.
Women in Rail 2017 – LaToya Carter, Norfolk Southern
At Norfolk Southern, Carter had to overcome the challenge of working in an industry that has been dominated for years by men.
Women in Rail 2017 – Caroline Decker, Amtrak
Decker, Vice President, Government Affairs and Corporate Communications, leads her team with great care, balancing multiple stakeholders and priorities against limited resources with professionalism and authenticity. All who work with her value her discipline and clarity of thought, which are apparent in everything she does. She is vital to many aspects of what Amtrak accomplishes.
Women in Rail 2017 – Deborah Chin, Long Island Rail Road
Chin has worked in program and project management at the Metropolitan Transportation Authority for more than 25 years. During that time, she was and continues to be instrumental in deploying new technology systems to provide better service delivery, customer service and operational safety.
Vote on Vancouver crude-by-rail project
The state of Washington today could help decide the fate of a crude-by-rail export terminal proposed for the city of Vancouver.
Nashville expands planned LRT corridor
Nashville Mayor Megan Barry unveiled plans to expand the proposed Charlotte Avenue Light Rail project by two miles in order to better connect West Nashville.