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Rail News: April 2021
April 30
Passenger RailRTD-Denver to begin systemwide fare study, equity analysis Read More »
SafetyWinchester & Western recognizes local companies for rail shipping safety Read More »
PeopleBiden nominates former FRA official Hedlund to STB Read More »
Federal Legislation & RegulationSenators introduce bill to fund grade crossing separations Read More »
AmtrakAmtrak to mark 50th anniversary this weekend Read More »
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Federal Legislation & RegulationCTA announces grain crop-year index for CN, CP Read More »
Union Pacific RailroadUP constructing grain transload terminal near Chicago Read More »
IntermodalIANA: Intermodal continues comeback in Q1 Read More »
April 29
Supplier SpotlightRail supplier news from PDS, Thales, Cummins, BlueJay and Hitachi Rail (April 29) Read More »
PeopleOLI names board, national advisory members Read More »
LaborTriMet OKs new labor contract with ATU Read More »
Passenger RailNJ Transit issues RFP for Walter Rand Transportation Center project Read More »
Canadian National Railway - CNCN announces new board directors Read More »
Rail Industry TrendsU.S. railroads post another weekly traffic jump Read More »
CSX TransportationCSX files amended application for proposed Pan Am acquisition Read More »
AmtrakAmtrak makes FY2022 grant request to Congress Read More »
April 28
Rail Industry TrendsMetra launches online recruitment of 100 workers Read More »
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PeopleCN appoints Jamieson, Sinclair co-chairs of Indigenous Advisory Council Read More »
Rail Industry TrendsTTCI to develop new engineering lab in Pueblo Read More »
Passenger RailFRA to issue $1.7B to Amtrak for pandemic response Read More »
Canadian PacificCP responds to CN's contention that STB apply same standards to voting trust proposals Read More »
PeopleDART names Lee president, CEO Read More »
Norfolk Southern RailwayNS posts higher Q1 profit, names Voyack VP of government relations Read More »
PeopleProgressive Railroading announces Rising Stars for 2021 Read More »
April 27
Supplier SpotlightRail supplier news from Thales, dFuzion, Red Hat, Loadsmart and STV (April 27) Read More »
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LaborNevada governor issues proclamation to honor rail workers Read More »
Passenger RailCapitol Corridor to increase rail service in June Read More »
Passenger RailSMART approves $21.4 million capex plan Read More »
Passenger RailNYC subway hits pandemic ridership record Read More »
SustainabilityAmtrak report highlights sustainability actions Read More »
ShippersRailroads, ag shippers announce food-safety initiative Read More »
Canadian National Railway - CNCN posts lower net income, flat revenue in Q1 Read More »
April 26
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Passenger RailBART adds sexual harassment to rider code of conduct Read More »
Passenger RailWMATA to begin multiyear escalator replacement project Read More »
IntermodalGeorgia ports post record volume in FY 2021's first half Read More »
Passenger RailSacRT obtains $33 million for light rail, other transit projects Read More »
Passenger RailSen. Wicker urges STB to approve Amtrak petition for Gulf Coast service Read More »
Class IsT&I Chair DeFazio warns proposed KCS merger could signal trend Read More »
PeopleBiden nominates Bose for FRA administrator role Read More »
Kansas City SouthernKCS to begin talks with CN; STB rules on merger waiver issue Read More »
April 23
Supplier SpotlightRail supplier news from Alstom, Trinity and Voith (April 23) Read More »
Passenger RailOCTA adopts 10-year plan for transit, rail improvements Read More »
MechanicalCapitol Corridor expands cleaner fleet Read More »
Federal Legislation & RegulationFTA grant program to fund TOD plans that address equity, climate Read More »
Passenger RailNJ Transit completes locomotive engineer roster Read More »
AmtrakAmtrak adds carbon emission information on all Northeast Corridor tickets Read More »
Federal Legislation & RegulationGOP senators unveil counterproposal to Biden's infrastructure plan Read More »
Canadian National Railway - CNCN outlines acquisition offer in letters to KCS, STB Read More »
April 22
Supplier SpotlightRail supplier news from Knorr Brake, Alstom, Thales, Granite and STV (April 22) Read More »
PeopleUSDOT names Hampshire chief science officer Read More »
Passenger RailCuomo unveils reconstruction alternatives for Penn Station Read More »
MechanicalMetra issues challenge to create battery-powered, zero-emission locomotive Read More »
Rail Industry TrendsPandemic effects still inflating U.S. rail traffic figures Read More »
AmtrakAmtrak restores Hiawatha service, selects Siemens to build intercity trainsets Read More »
Union Pacific RailroadUnion Pacific reports lower profit, revenue in Q1 Read More »
Canadian PacificCP posts 'solid' Q1 results; Creel comments on CN-KCS Read More »
April 21
ShippersPhillips 66 acquires interest in soybean processing plant Read More »
Passenger RailCTA to begin Red-Purple Line project on Chicago's north side Read More »
IntermodalPort of South Louisiana completes rail yard project Read More »
Rail Industry TrendsClass Is employed more people in March Read More »
Short Lines & RegionalsOmniTRAX to help develop southern Indiana industrial park Read More »
Short Lines & RegionalsSavannah port railroad to serve Mason Mega Rail Terminal Read More »
CSX TransportationCSX posts earnings, revenue dip in Q1 Read More »
M&ACP urges quick regulatory approval of KCS pact; CN notifies STB of rival offer Read More »
April 20
Supplier SpotlightRail supplier news from STV Inc., TransRail Innovation and Formation Liquids (April 20) Read More »
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SecuritySEPTA to beef up security, infrastructure work at Allegheny Station Read More »
Passenger RailMetrolinx slates Toronto Union Station rail corridor improvements Read More »
PeopleOperation Lifesaver honors volunteers Ashworth, Kittendorf Read More »
ShippersAg shippers describe concerns to USDOT, USDA Read More »
MechanicalBallard fuel cells to power Sierra Northern's hydrogen switcher locomotive Read More »
Passenger RailLIRR to test electric rail cars on Oyster Bay Branch Read More »
Canadian National Railway - CNCN makes 'superior' offer to acquire Kansas City Southern Read More »
April 19
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PeopleMTA launches program to honor 'Comeback Heroes' Read More »
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Passenger RailFunding set for rail station at Montreal airport Read More »
IntermodalPennDOT awards multimodal grant funds Read More »
High-Speed RailTexas counties sue FRA over Dallas-to-Houston bullet train project Read More »
Federal Legislation & RegulationBiden budget would spark 'second great rail revolution' Read More »
Passenger RailDART approves payment to Trinity Metro for DFW Airport connection Read More »
Union Pacific RailroadUP to close East Texas rail-car maintenance facility Read More »
Kansas City SouthernKCS posts lower revenue in Q1, names Songer and Orr EVPs Read More »
April 16
Federal Legislation & RegulationGOP lawmakers seek end to federal funds for California high-speed rail project Read More »
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SafetyCommission calls on WMATA to address recurring safety issues Read More »
IntermodalGeorgia Ports post record volume in March Read More »
Passenger RailL.A. Metro slates scoping meetings for Crenshaw Northern Extension project Read More »
PeopleChesapeake & Delaware names LoSapio GM Read More »
Passenger RailMidwest mayors seek extension of Amtrak Hiawatha route Read More »
Federal Legislation & RegulationSTB forms working group to enforce on-time passenger-rail standards Read More »
CSX TransportationCSX closes sale on first phase of Virginia rail deal Read More »
April 15
Supplier SpotlightRail supplier news from Octopi, STV, Alstom, Teleste and RSSI (April 15) Read More »
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Passenger RailRocky Mountaineer Canadian season delayed until July Read More »
PeopleTrottenberg confirmed as deputy transportation secretary Read More »
Federal Legislation & RegulationHouse GOP bill would shorten infrastructure project reviews Read More »
Rail Industry TrendsRidership survey finds challenges for Chicago region after COVID Read More »
Federal Legislation & RegulationRail industry reps hold virtual Railroad Day on the Hill Read More »
Rail Industry TrendsU.S. rail traffic grows in Week 14, but pandemic affects comparisons Read More »
IntermodalKatoen Natie Norfolk to add Virginia warehouse, rail facility Read More »
April 14
Supplier SpotlightRail supplier news from Alstom, AllTranstek, STV and Icomera (April 14) Read More »
Rail Industry TrendsTOD project proposed near TriMet rail station Read More »
Passenger RailSound Transit seeks input on managing COVID-19 revenue impact Read More »
High-Speed RailBrightline on track to begin Las Vegas high-speed rail project Read More »
Passenger RailSeattle Monorail begins construction on Westlake Station project Read More »
Federal Legislation & RegulationFRA to study DBE, WBE participation in federally funded rail projects Read More »
AmtrakAmtrak, AmeriStarRail officials to discuss NEC privatization idea Read More »
Federal Legislation & RegulationUSDOT: $1 billion in 'RAISE' funding available for infrastructure projects Read More »
April 13
Passenger RailVIA Rail to resume Toronto-Winnipeg portion of Canadian route Read More »
Passenger RailDART opens Irving rail station on Orange Line Read More »
IntermodalLong Beach port logged busiest month in March Read More »
Passenger RailMetrolinx advances maintenance facility, Greenway projects Read More »
IntermodalIllinois DOT solicits proposals for port improvements Read More »
PeopleRio Grande Pacific names Stevens VP of industrial rail services Read More »
Passenger RailMARTA OKs contract for Beltline transit engineering study Read More »
Federal Legislation & RegulationCP, KCS urge STB to review proposed merger under waiver rule Read More »
April 12
Supplier SpotlightRail supplier news from ORR Safety, Shell, Whitmore, Alstom and STV (April 12) Read More »
Passenger RailMetra wraps up Woodstock station rehab project Read More »
Passenger RailNYC subway ridership tops 2 million for first time since pandemic Read More »
Passenger RailSan Diego MTS board OKs $125 million capital improvement program Read More »
IntermodalSC Ports opens Leatherman Terminal Read More »
Passenger RailSound Transit to open Northgate Link light-rail extension in October Read More »
Canadian PacificCP, KCS garner more support for proposed merger Read More »
PeopleBiden nominates Fernandez to lead FTA Read More »
April 9
Rail Industry TrendsAPTA adopts racial equity action plan Read More »
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Passenger RailRTD-Denver's board OKs 'mid-level approach' for Northwest rail Read More »
SafetyMetrolink receives FRA grant to stem suicides on tracks Read More »
Passenger RailWMATA panel approves $4.7B budget for FY 2022 Read More »
SecurityAccreditation panel solicits public comments on UP Police Department Read More »
PeopleDJ Stadtler to direct new Virginia rail authority Read More »
Passenger RailFTA, DART issue final environmental statement for D2 Subway Read More »
PeopleWiggins named next CEO of L.A. Metro Read More »
April 8
Short Lines & RegionalsCando Rail changes corporate name Read More »
PeopleGCRTA appoints Jones head of police, security Read More »
ShippersNRF: Retail import surge expected to continue through summer Read More »
Rail Industry TrendsPennDOT accepting unsolicited public-private partnership proposals Read More »
SafetyOperation Lifesaver awards $50,000 grant to Minnesota safety education campaign Read More »
Federal Legislation & RegulationCSX, NS ask STB to dismiss Amtrak case Read More »
Short Lines & RegionalsAlaska Railroad reports $7.8 million loss for 2020 Read More »
Rail Industry TrendsAAR: U.S. rail traffic rose in March over 2020, but pandemic impacts comparisons Read More »
April 7
Supplier SpotlightRail supplier news from PS Technology, ARVA, ZTR and CJ Logistics (April 7) Read More »
PeopleCAGTC names board members Read More »
AmtrakAmtrak launches 50th anniversary website Read More »
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Passenger RailReport: Miami-Dade seeks federal funding for planned commuter-rail line Read More »
MechanicalTesting begins on NJ Transit's new ALP-45 locomotives Read More »
SafetyNTSB drops PTC from 'Most Wanted' safety list Read More »
PeopleG&W appoints Aston CEO of UK, Europe region Read More »
Federal Legislation & RegulationSTB sets information requirements for Class I demurrage bills Read More »
April 6
Supplier SpotlightRail supplier news from Greenbrier, STV, Nesco and CloudMoyo (April 6) Read More »
Passenger RailMetra to return three more routes to service Read More »
Rail Industry TrendsSC Ports Authority posts record monthly cargo volumes Read More »
Passenger RailCTC allocates funds to transit-rail projects in LA County Read More »
LaborTriMet, ATU Local 757 approve tentative contract Read More »
Canadian National Railway - CNCN marks 13th consecutive record month of Canadian grain movements Read More »
AmtrakGov. Ivey: Alabama won't fund Gulf Coast service without an Amtrak study Read More »
Federal Legislation & RegulationSTB amends revenue thresholds for classifying railroads Read More »
April 5
Supplier SpotlightRail supplier news from Caxxor Group, Engage, A. Stucki and MUL Railcars (April 5) Read More »
Rail Industry TrendsINDOT slates stakeholder meeting to discuss state rail plan Read More »
Federal Legislation & RegulationFTA publishes resources for COVID-19 response reporting requirement Read More »
IntermodalCAGTC endorses freight infrastructure investment in Biden jobs plan Read More »
PeopleNew England rail authority's Quinn to receive lifetime achievement award Read More »
Passenger RailGeorgia budget includes funds for MARTA rail station project Read More »
Union Pacific RailroadUP moved record number of wind trains, high-wide loads in 2020 Read More »
Federal Legislation & RegulationFour Class Is ask STB to apply more stringent review of CP-KCS merger Read More »
April 1
Supplier SpotlightRail supplier news from Wi-Tronix, Quasar, IMC, Kaleris and STV (April 1) Read More »
Passenger RailGCRTA completes ADA upgrades at Red Line stations Read More »
Rail Industry TrendsWanted: RTD-Denver seeks rail, bus operators and mechanics Read More »
SustainabilityMetrolink unveils first climate action plan Read More »
Federal Legislation & RegulationCABT, rail groups ask Congress to oppose looser limits on truck size Read More »
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Rail Industry TrendsU.S. rail traffic gains continued in Week 12 Read More »
Canadian PacificCP, KCS claim widespread support for merger agreement Read More »
Federal Legislation & RegulationAmtrak, railroads respond to Biden's infrastructure plan Read More »
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