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Rail News: March 2020
March 31
Supplier SpotlightRail supplier news from TRAC Intermodal, Stonepeak, Greenbrier and NRC (March 31) Read More »
Passenger RailRocky Mountaineer suspends train departures Read More »
LaborBNSF, union settle dispute over employee medical privacy Read More »
IntermodalSavannah port posts higher cargo volume in February Read More »
Passenger RailBART amps up station, rail improvements during reduced service Read More »
MOWMetra launches 2020 construction program Read More »
Passenger RailWMATA set to approve FY2021 budget Read More »
Rail Industry TrendsBTS: Transborder freight moved by rail rose in January Read More »
March 30
C&SDART approves Carrollton grade crossing project Read More »
Rail Industry TrendsUSDOT to fund four new University Transportation Centers Read More »
MOWBART to begin Orinda track replacement in May Read More »
High-Speed RailTexas Central anticipates FRA approval in July of bullet-train construction Read More »
MechanicalCaltrain to test first electrified trainset in April Read More »
SecurityCanada requires passenger health screenings on intercity rail Read More »
Federal Legislation & RegulationFRA allows certain regulatory relief during pandemic Read More »
Federal Legislation & RegulationCARES Act includes benefits for unemployed rail workers Read More »
March 27
Supplier SpotlightRail supplier news from Trinity and Abloy (March 27) Read More »
Passenger RailOttawa light-rail line recognized for engineering excellence Read More »
IntermodalNS to acquire hybrid RTGs for Chicago intermodal operations Read More »
Federal Legislation & RegulationUSDOT extends FTA grant application deadlines Read More »
Passenger RailCleveland RTA to begin East 79th Street Station reconstruction Read More »
SecurityCoronavirus update: APTA cancels rail events Read More »
SafetyNTSB: Ethanol train derailed after landslide Read More »
Federal Legislation & RegulationStimulus bill includes $25B for transit, $1B for Amtrak Read More »
March 26
SecurityCoronavirus update: U.S. transit agencies continue to ratchet down service Read More »
SafetyWashington panel OKs funds for Newport grade crossing project Read More »
AmtrakVermont suspends Amtrak service Read More »
LaborRail Conference seeks benefit improvements in stimulus bill Read More »
SafetyNTSB: Undetected cracks in tank car led to ethanol release in CSX yard Read More »
IntermodalPort of Virginia prioritizes COVID-19 test kit shipments Read More »
Rail Industry TrendsFreight-rail traffic in Week 12 reflects falling demand for certain products Read More »
SecurityTSA to require rail, bus operators to train employees to identify terrorist threats Read More »
March 25
Supplier SpotlightRail supplier news from RR Mergers, Allpress & Moore, CDL Electric, A. Stucki and Bombardier (March 25) Read More »
SecuritySexual harassment on transit leads to less transit use, study finds Read More »
PeopleCleveland RTA's board reelects Clough, Lucas to leadership roles Read More »
PeopleNorth Carolina Railroad taps Arant as VP of engineering Read More »
SecuritySecure Rail Conference postponed until August Read More »
SecurityCoronavirus update: Transit coalition requests $25B in federal aid Read More »
PeopleNS appoints Allen Sutherland EVP, chief legal officer Read More »
MOWCREATE partners receive CRISI grant for Pullman Junction project Read More »
March 24
Passenger RailWMATA to improve access at future Potomac Yard Station Read More »
Passenger RailDART reports D2 Subway progress Read More »
PeopleAASHTO names Giulietti to chair rail council Read More »
Norfolk Southern RailwaySound Transit completes Connect 2020 construction Read More »
AmtrakAmtrak cuts management pay to address ridership loss Read More »
Passenger RailMBTA awards Green Line B Branch station consolidation contract Read More »
Rail Industry TrendsNS surveys customers on COVID-19 business impact Read More »
Short Lines & RegionalsFRA awards CRISI grants to TNW short lines Read More »
March 23
Supplier SpotlightRail supplier news from Granite, Ardanuy, and in memoriam: Josef Theurer (March 23) Read More »
Passenger RailTriMet to close Portland airport station during concourse expansion Read More »
Federal Legislation & RegulationRail unions petition FRA to issue COVID-19 protocols to protect workers Read More »
Federal Legislation & RegulationCISA identifies infrastructure workers critical to COVID-19 response Read More »
SecurityCoronavirus update: Passenger-rail agencies suspend fares, further revise schedules Read More »
Short Lines & RegionalsAshland Railway obtains Ohio grant for rail yard expansion Read More »
Rail Industry TrendsClass I employment dipped slightly in February Read More »
Federal Legislation & RegulationFRA proposes on-time performance measure for Amtrak Read More »
March 20
Supplier SpotlightRail supplier news from Tealinc and NRC (March 20) Read More »
PeoplePort of Long Beach's Cordero named AAPA chairman Read More »
LogisticsUnited Freezer obtains Ohio grant for rail spur project Read More »
High-Speed RailFRA should extend Texas Central comment period, Rep. Brady says Read More »
SecurityAAR launches COVID-19 webpage; CP to hold annual meeting online Read More »
Passenger RailMaryland bill calls for MARC commuter-rail extension into Virginia Read More »
SecurityAPTA increases federal aid request to offset coronavirus costs Read More »
CSX TransportationCSX emissions intensity reductions goal approved by SBTi Read More »
March 19
Supplier SpotlightRail supplier news from CloudMoyo, NRC and REMSA (March 19) Read More »
Short Lines & RegionalsWashington state panel OKs grant for short line's grade crossing project Read More »
Passenger RailCaltrain suspends Clipper fare increase Read More »
SecurityCoronavirus update: MTA to draw on emergency funds; Amtrak, rail agencies adjust schedules Read More »
Federal Legislation & RegulationFTA to offer $11 million in AIM transit grants Read More »
PeopleOmniTRAX taps Walker as CFO Read More »
Rail Industry TrendsPandemic's impact reflected in intermodal volumes Read More »
March 18
Passenger RailAASHTO campaign highlights transportation benefits Read More »
IntermodalPANYNJ: No health crisis impact on intermodal rail capabilities Read More »
LaborWashington State Legislature passes train crew bill Read More »
Passenger RailAlaska Railroad suspends Aurora Winter Train Read More »
PeopleRep. Lipinski, House rail subcommittee chair, loses primary race Read More »
PTCMetro-North Railroad implements PTC on Harlem, Hudson lines Read More »
C&SFRA awards CRISI grant for Metrolink track, signal improvements Read More »
Passenger RailAPTA: Transit agencies, railroads need $12.9 billion in federal help to offset coronavirus costs Read More »
March 17
Supplier SpotlightRail supplier news from Transdev, Teleste, Nokia and Loram (March 17) Read More »
Internet-DigitalDART OKs GoPass app for Oklahoma transit agency Read More »
AmtrakAmtrak offers onboard bike storage in Michigan Read More »
MOWWashington state panel OKs grant for BNSF crossing improvements Read More »
Passenger RailMetrolink train layover facility expansion to begin in April Read More »
Rail Industry TrendsMoody's: Transportation sector at risk in extended coronavirus outbreak Read More »
Federal Legislation & RegulationFTA awards grants to bolster transit access through technology Read More »
SecurityCalifornia passenger-rail services continue during stay-at-home order Read More »
March 16
Passenger RailSound Transit Connect 2020 light-rail project delayed Read More »
SecurityBART logs drop in crime rate Read More »
Passenger RailTriMet unveils proposed FY2021 budget Read More »
ShippersCenovus suspends crude-by-rail program Read More »
Federal Legislation & RegulationLipinski proposes bills to reduce train noise, blocked crossings Read More »
PeoplePatriot Rail names Tonsager chief commercial officer Read More »
SecurityFTA increases funding flexibility to help transit agencies respond to coronavirus Read More »
Federal Legislation & RegulationFRA declares emergency in response to coronavirus outbreak Read More »
March 13
Supplier SpotlightRail supplier news from Harsco, Wi-Tronix, Nokia, ENGIE, Sasser Family, Hub and Schneider (March 13) Read More »
SecurityPANYNJ adds 120 police officers Read More »
IntermodalNeopanamax cranes arrive at Port of Savannah Read More »
PeopleGoTriangle taps Lattuca as president, CEO Read More »
Passenger RailMTA takes ownership of Grand Central Terminal Read More »
Rail Industry TrendsNS addresses COVID-19 prep; CN to hold annual meeting via webcast Read More »
SecurityCoronavirus update: Passenger-rail agencies prepare for service changes, amp up disinfection Read More »
Federal Legislation & RegulationUSDOT announces CRISI grants for rail infrastructure projects Read More »
March 12
C&SOhio panel OKs grade crossing projects Read More »
Passenger RailSEPTA proposes fare restructuring plan Read More »
IntermodalSouth Carolina Ports Authority logs record cargo volumes in February Read More »
Short Lines & RegionalsGenesee & Wyoming issues 2019 industrial development report Read More »
PeopleASLRRA launches 'Hall of Fame,' will honor Blabey, Fuller, Silver Read More »
SecurityAmtrak, passenger-rail agencies log ridership declines among coronavirus concerns Read More »
High-Speed RailFRA proposes draft safety standards for Texas Central bullet train Read More »
Rail Industry TrendsAAR: Coronavirus impact reflected in intermodal traffic volume Read More »
March 11
Supplier SpotlightRail supplier news from Danella, PST, Cambridge Architectural, USDG, Railserve, Alstom and Jacobs (March 11) Read More »
Passenger RailCaltrain operator issues 2019 progress report Read More »
Passenger RailBrightline recognized as a 'most innovative' company Read More »
IntermodalNRF: Coronavirus to affect imports more than initially expected Read More »
LogisticsRCR Rail advances logistics parks in Texas Read More »
PeopleOmniTRAX names Strickland to economic development team Read More »
Passenger RailConfederation Line rail contractor has not met expectations, Ottawa officials say Read More »
IntermodalPorts of LA, Long Beach win federal grants for rail infrastructure projects Read More »
March 10
Passenger RailMetro Transit logged light-rail ridership increase in 2019 Read More »
Federal Legislation & RegulationFRA awards CRISI grant for Pennsylvania freight-rail expansion project Read More »
C&SNew York City Transit to install CBTC on F subway line Read More »
SecurityRail unions ask FRA to address coronavirus concerns; Class I execs cancel conference attendance Read More »
Passenger RailNJ Transit breaks ground on Hudson-Bergen light-rail extension Read More »
PeopleCP's Velani recognized as 'CFO of the Year' Read More »
PeoplePANYNJ leader tests positive for coronavirus Read More »
Union Pacific RailroadUP pledges science-based targets for GHG emission reduction Read More »
March 9
PeopleHeminger joins Caltrain's oversight board Read More »
PeopleValley Metro taps Young to manage accessible transit services Read More »
PTCLIRR implements PTC on another 108 route miles Read More »
PeopleMaratea to succeed Scardelletti as TCU/IAM's national president Read More »
Short Lines & RegionalsEllis & Eastern lands large federal grant for major infrastructure improvements Read More »
Passenger RailCoronavirus update: U.S. transit agencies enhance sanitization practices Read More »
Canadian National Railway - CNCN earns high honors in Canada's Top 100 Employers competition Read More »
AmtrakHudson River rail tunnel environmental report to be delayed, Chao says Read More »
March 6
Supplier SpotlightRail supplier news from TekTracking, Stonebriar, Ridgewood, Savage, WSP and TKDA (March 6) Read More »
IntermodalPANYNJ logs January rail volume increase Read More »
Federal Legislation & RegulationAmtrak's mandatory arbitration policy would end under new legislation Read More »
PeopleGeorgia Gov. Kemp names Rising Star Campbell to state commission Read More »
MOWMARTA to kick off track renovation project Read More »
Federal Legislation & RegulationRailroad Day on the Hill attracts 450 industry reps Read More »
Norfolk Southern RailwayNorfolk Southern creates, deploys autonomous track inspection system Read More »
AmtrakFRA issues environmental assessment for Amtrak Sawtooth Bridge replacement Read More »
March 5
Passenger RailSanta Clara VTA solicits input on Tamien Station project Read More »
Passenger RailSEPTA reopens Exton rail station Read More »
Federal Legislation & RegulationCRISI grant awarded to rail project near Albuquerque airport Read More »
Passenger RailVIA Rail resuming normal train schedules Read More »
Passenger RailMetra's 'reverse-commute' rail service attracts new riders Read More »
Passenger RailNJ Transit forms coronavirus task force; rail events postponed Read More »
Norfolk Southern RailwayNS promotes three to VP roles, names chief sustainability officer Read More »
Rail Industry TrendsAAR: Coronavirus impact on February rail traffic 'limited' Read More »
March 4
Supplier SpotlightRail supplier news from AECOM, RailcarRx, ARS, Saft, ENSCO, and in memoriam: Richard Anderson (March 4) Read More »
LaborBLET, PATH reach tentative agreement Read More »
Federal Legislation & RegulationFTA to offer grants for transit projects in poor communities Read More »
Rail Industry TrendsNHL Seattle to offer free rail, bus service to hockey games Read More »
Passenger RailSMART logs rail ridership increase Read More »
IntermodalPort of Coos Bay opens rail reload yard to serve Oregon coast Read More »
IntermodalTulsa Port of Catoosa receives federal grant to repair rail crossings Read More »
SecurityMTA, transit agencies take extra steps to sanitize stations, trains Read More »
March 3
Rail Industry TrendsOneRail Coalition restructures, elects board Read More »
Passenger RailMTA to extend OMNY fare system to 200 subway stations Read More »
Passenger RailWMATA seeks input on FY2021 budget Read More »
Federal Legislation & RegulationCRISI grants awarded to Colorado for crossing safety project, passenger-rail study Read More »
Passenger RailConnecticut DOT obtains grant for new Hartford Line station Read More »
SecurityAPTA assists transit agencies with coronavirus prep plans Read More »
Canadian National Railway - CNCN begins post-blockade recovery Read More »
AmtrakAmtrak names Flynn president, CEO Read More »
March 2
Passenger RailSound Transit accelerates infill station construction Read More »
SecurityChicago PD to add officers to patrol CTA system Read More »
Passenger RailLA Metro to study Gold Line eastern extension route Read More »
SecuritySecure Rail speaker appointed to AAR cybersecurity forum Read More »
MOWCRISI grants awarded to improve rail infrastructure in Kansas, Mississippi Read More »
IntermodalU.S. ports expect coronavirus to hit Q1 cargo volumes Read More »
Passenger RailFTA awards CIG funds to two Texas transit agencies Read More »
Federal Legislation & RegulationSTB issues final rule to clarify demurrage regs Read More »
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