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Rail News: February 2024
February 29
IntermodalPorts of Indiana log 12.6 million tons in 2023 Read More »
Passenger RailOCTA, Metrolink begin construction of San Clemente catchment wall Read More »
Passenger RailDowntown Denver light-rail reconstruction project to start in May Read More »
Rail Industry TrendsU.S. carload, intermodal volumes up 7.7% in Week 8 Read More »
Federal Legislation & RegulationOklahoma DOT asks STB to OK alternative rail service on Blackwell line Read More »
Passenger RailGateway commission awards delivery partner contract for Hudson Tunnel Project Read More »
February 28
Supplier SpotlightRail supplier news from Wabtec, Stadler, Innovative Rail and VHB (Feb. 28) Read More »
PeoplePeople news from NTSB and STB Read More »
Union Pacific RailroadSt. Louis Freightway: UP-served port site ready for development Read More »
LaborUnifor members strike at CN-run Autoport hub Read More »
Short Lines & RegionalsNew Orleans Public Belt awards construction contract for industrial park Read More »
Norfolk Southern RailwayUnions oppose Ancora takeover attempt at Norfolk Southern Read More »
February 27
IntermodalNEOS Grenadier to deliver new SUV via Georgia port Read More »
AmtrakOIG: Amtrak faces MoE challenges Read More »
Rail Industry TrendsNorth Carolina DOT: Rail contributes $20B to state economy Read More »
Short Lines & RegionalsR. J. Corman Switching opens new facility in West Virginia Read More »
Canadian Pacific Kansas CityCPKC, Fastfrate extend pact to connect Canada, U.S., Mexico Read More »
Federal Legislation & RegulationSTB wants Amtrak Gulf Coast status update by March 15 Read More »
February 26
SecurityWMATA beefs up security on trains, buses Read More »
Passenger RailPANYNJ opens PATH station house Read More »
Short Lines & RegionalsArctic Gateway obtains more funding for Hudson Bay Railway, Churchill port projects Read More »
ShippersG3 acquires another grain elevator in Quebec Read More »
BNSF RailwayBNSF posts lower Q4 revenue, income; sets 2024 capex at $3.9B Read More »
Norfolk Southern RailwayNS urges shareholders to reject Ancora's nominees, proposes 2 new candidates Read More »
February 23
Passenger RailSound Transit launches digital wayfinding app Read More »
PeopleTNW appoints Noe director of safety Read More »
MechanicalMetra, Metrolink to acquire zero-emission rail vehicles Read More »
Rail Industry TrendsU.S. Class I employment rose in January Read More »
Canadian Pacific Kansas CityAmericold to build cold storage facilities on CPKC network Read More »
Norfolk Southern RailwayInvestor group Ancora says safety is its 'top priority' at Norfolk Southern Read More »
February 22
Supplier SpotlightRail supplier news on CRRC, Wabtec, Parsons, Duos, STRABAG, Wells Fargo and STV (Feb. 22) Read More »
IntermodalGeorgia port's January rail cargo soared 27% Read More »
Rail Industry TrendsU.S. rail traffic up almost 4% in Week 7 Read More »
Short Lines & RegionalsSeminole Gulf Railway runs first train over Florida river since Hurricane Ian Read More »
Union Pacific RailroadUnion Pacific sets 2024 capex plan at $3.4B Read More »
Norfolk Southern RailwayFRA's Bose to Norfolk Southern: Stay focused on safety Read More »
February 21
Supplier SpotlightRail supplier news from Skanska, Savage and L.B. Foster (Feb. 21) Read More »
Passenger RailOhio DOT awards $9.5M to GCRTA for transit projects Read More »
PeopleSierra Northern promotes MacDonald to VP Read More »
Passenger RailSEPTA, Maryland Transit secure federal funds to replace rail cars Read More »
Short Lines & RegionalsKansas DOT awards $16.5M to short-line projects Read More »
Norfolk Southern RailwayNS CEO Shaw defends company strategy in letter to employees Read More »
February 20
PeoplePeople news from Hanson and Railroad Software Read More »
Passenger RailCalifornia panel awards $7.2M to OCTA to restore rail link Read More »
CSX TransportationCSX rolls out chatbot to streamline real estate inquiries Read More »
AmtrakFRA seeks input on study of Amtrak long-distance service Read More »
LaborCPKC, CN file notices of dispute in TCRC labor negotiations Read More »
Norfolk Southern RailwayUPDATED: Investor group proposes new leaders for Norfolk Southern Read More »
February 16
Supplier SpotlightRail supplier news from Progress Rail and Brookville (Feb. 16) Read More »
Passenger RailHampton Roads Transit selected for FEMA disaster mitigation prep effort Read More »
PeoplePeople news from Valley Metro, WeGo Public Transit and MARTA Read More »
Passenger RailMontreal, Seattle transit systems update rail expansion plans Read More »
Federal Legislation & RegulationSTB approves UP request to restore service on Utah rail line Read More »
Norfolk Southern RailwayNorfolk Southern, FRA, rail unions sign C3RS safety agreement Read More »
February 15
MechanicalCaltrans orders more hydrogen-powered trains from Stadler Read More »
Federal Legislation & RegulationBill would block feds from closing southern ports of entry Read More »
Federal Legislation & RegulationFRA issues bulletin on train-control software malfunction Read More »
Federal Legislation & RegulationNTSB to investigate CSX worker fatality in North Carolina Read More »
Canadian Pacific Kansas CityCPKC commits $1.5 million to support American Heart Association Read More »
Rail Industry TrendsIntermodal volume lifts U.S. rail traffic total in Week 6 Read More »
February 14
Supplier SpotlightRail supplier news from Tri-Cities, ENSCO, CDL, Burns, Thales and Road & Rail (Feb. 14) Read More »
Passenger RailLA Metro's 2023 ridership highest since the pandemic Read More »
Canadian National Railway - CNCN recognized for sustainability Read More »
Short Lines & RegionalsNC Railroad to invest in Siemens Energy plant expansion Read More »
MechanicalPalmetto Railways to retrofit two locomotives to battery-electric power Read More »
Federal Legislation & RegulationFRA safety bulletin reminds railroads to secure rolling equipment Read More »
February 13
High-Speed RailCalifornia High-Speed Rail Authority seeks input on draft business plan Read More »
Passenger RailWMATA unveils three-year construction plan Read More »
BNSF RailwayICC OKs crossing improvements on BNSF, Illinois Central lines Read More »
Passenger RailReport: Ohio lawmakers consider rejoining Midwest passenger-rail compact Read More »
BNSF RailwayBNSF recognizes 175 years of railroading Read More »
MechanicalCSX, Wabtec extend pact to modernize 200 locomotives Read More »
February 12
Passenger RailOntario to extend Hazel McCallion LRT line, build Mississauga loop Read More »
BNSF RailwayBNSF marks first train departure at Colorado intermodal facility Read More »
Passenger RailMassDOT's Koziol to oversee West-East Rail effort Read More »
Union Pacific RailroadUP honored as Home Depot's rail carrier of the year Read More »
Federal Legislation & RegulationFRA sets hearing for G&W's proposed zero-emissions tech test Read More »
SafetyNTSB issues preliminary report on fatal Brightline crash Read More »
February 9
Supplier SpotlightRail Supplier news from Stadler, DavRail and Duos (Feb. 9) Read More »
MechanicalNewest KC streetcar starts overnight testing Read More »
LaborUnion takes issue with loss of sick leave for some CPKC dispatchers Read More »
PeoplePeople news from Union Pacific, CN, TNW, Consolidated Chassis, HDR and STV Read More »
Norfolk Southern RailwayNorfolk Southern breaks a record for laying rail Read More »
Federal Legislation & RegulationSTB reiterates decision to hear status of Amtrak Gulf Coast case Read More »
February 8
Federal Legislation & RegulationRSA to FRA: Rule would help protect freight-rail security Read More »
Federal Legislation & RegulationFTA chief Fernandez to retire Read More »
Rail Industry TrendsU.S. freight-rail traffic down slightly in January Read More »
ShippersG3 renews long-term pact with Quebec port Read More »
LogisticsTNW: BNSF names logistics site a 'premier' transload location Read More »
CSX TransportationCSX to partner with Alabama port on new intermodal facility Read More »
February 7
IntermodalPANYNJ officials anticipate a strong 2024 Read More »
Canadian National Railway - CNCN legal team recognized for supporting diversity Read More »
Passenger RailHonolulu officials sign FTA funding pact for rail expansion project Read More »
BNSF RailwayBNSF assembles team to help communities advance safety projects Read More »
Federal Legislation & RegulationNTSB sets June 25 for final East Palestine report Read More »
Federal Legislation & RegulationFRA shuts down Oklahoma railroad Read More »
February 6
Passenger RailSFMTA: Muni ridership rose 25% in 2023 Read More »
Federal Legislation & RegulationFTA awards $110 million in emergency relief funding Read More »
Union Pacific RailroadUP rolls over rock-hauling record in 2023 Read More »
SafetyAAR to Buttigieg: Rail safety record has been 'misrepresented' Read More »
Norfolk Southern RailwayNS wrapped up $1B worth of capital improvement projects in 2023 Read More »
AmtrakAmtrak awards Douglass tunnel contract to Kiewit joint venture Read More »
February 5
Supplier SpotlightRail supplier news from Hyperloop, Alstom and Ingram (Feb. 5) Read More »
Passenger RailMTA launches open-gangway train into service Read More »
LaborBLET ratifies contract with St. Lawrence & Atlantic Read More »
PeopleRetired UP Chair Fritz named to Nebraska Business Hall of Fame Read More »
Passenger RailCaltrans issues emergency declaration after Orange County landslide Read More »
AmtrakAmtrak, CSX, NS and Alabama port officials ask STB to cancel hearing on Gulf Coast service Read More »
February 2
PeopleMARS elects O'Kray president, Blinn VP Read More »
Canadian Pacific Kansas CityCPKC announces 2024 Steam Tour schedule Read More »
Short Lines & RegionalsNorth Carolina Railroad awards $2M in 'build ready' investments Read More »
BNSF RailwayBNSF marks record performance at Hobart Intermodal Facility Read More »
CSX TransportationCSX reaches four paid sick-leave agreements Read More »
Norfolk Southern RailwayEast Palestine anniversary: Buttigieg, labor call for a safer freight-rail industry Read More »
February 1
Rail Industry TrendsAnacostia: Short-haul shuttle trains could divert 1M trucks on LA expressway Read More »
Rail Industry TrendsU.S. rail volumes gained a bit in Week 4 Read More »
PeopleASLRRA to honor Bowers with Schlosser Award Read More »
Rail Industry TrendsCPKC, Bunge join RailPulse Read More »
AmtrakAmtrak aims to double ridership by 2040 Read More »
Federal Legislation & RegulationSTB extends Class I employment data reporting reg Read More »
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