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Rail News: April 2022
April 29
IntermodalIANA: Intermodal slide continued in Q1 Read More »
Rail Industry TrendsRail supplier news from Trinity, Spark Training, Synergy Freight, Knichel Logistics and LRW (April 29) Read More »
High-Speed RailCHSRA gains environmental clearance for another project section Read More »
IntermodalJaxport, Toyota distributor strike deal to expand vehicle processing operations Read More »
IntermodalWatco to invest in new Birmingham port warehouse Read More »
Norfolk Southern RailwayNew NS headquarters awarded LEED Gold certification Read More »
April 28
MechanicalSound Transit unveils first new LRV for Hilltop Tacoma Link Read More »
SafetyOLI announces more grants for rail safety campaigns Read More »
Rail Industry TrendsU.S. railroads log lower carload, intermodal volumes in Week 16 Read More »
Federal Legislation & RegulationSTB determines data to be used for environmental analysis in proposed CP-KCS merger Read More »
PeopleStewart named executive director of Metro Transit-St. Louis Read More »
Canadian PacificCP cites bad weather, lower grain volume and labor dispute for Q1 revenue decrease Read More »
April 27
Norfolk Southern RailwayNS to permanently protect wetlands in South Carolina Read More »
C&SMichigan bill ensures full funding of grade crossing infrastructure Read More »
Short Lines & RegionalsNCRR to contribute to Technimark plant expansion Read More »
Passenger RailMTA creates panel to address fare evasion problem Read More »
Canadian National Railway - CNCN posts mixed results in Q1 2022 Read More »
Norfolk Southern RailwayNorfolk Southern reports revenue, income records in Q1 Read More »
April 26
IntermodalPennDOT awards funds to multimodal projects Read More »
Passenger RailSEPTA proposes $1.1B capital budget for FY23 Read More »
LaborRail unions reject carriers' payment advances, ask mediation board for arbitration Read More »
PeopleTrinity Metro names Andreski president, CEO Read More »
Union Pacific RailroadUP honors 70 companies for safe chemical transport Read More »
SafetyNTSB closes recommendations to reduce rail worker fatalities Read More »
PeopleProgressive Railroading announces Rising Stars for 2022 Read More »
April 25
Short Lines & RegionalsTSLRRA names 2022 executive officers Read More »
Short Lines & RegionalsWashington Eastern Railroad obtains grant funds to upgrade crossings Read More »
AmtrakAmtrak improves Mississippi station's accessibility Read More »
Rail Industry TrendsFRA launches Climate Challenge; CSX issues environmental awards Read More »
Canadian PacificCP, Hapag-Lloyd add seasonal call into Port Saint John Read More »
Federal Legislation & RegulationSTB proposes amendment to emergency service rules Read More »
April 22
Supplier SpotlightU.S. Rep. Davids tours A&K Railroad Materials Read More »
Supplier SpotlightRail supplier news from Alstom, TekTracking, Atir Rail, STV and SKF (April 22) Read More »
Passenger RailWMATA joins FTA sustainability challenge to reduce emissions Read More »
Passenger RailNJ Transit breaks ground on Perth Amboy station renovations Read More »
Federal Legislation & RegulationSTB sets agenda for freight-rail service hearing Read More »
Short Lines & RegionalsReading & Northern acquires property to serve as new storage site Read More »
April 21
Passenger RailMetra to begin overhaul of Harvey train station Read More »
SafetyOLI awards grants for crossing safety campaigns Read More »
AmtrakGov. Edwards inspects proposed Amtrak route connecting Baton Rouge, New Orleans Read More »
Rail Industry TrendsU.S. rail volumes tumbled in Week 15 Read More »
CSX TransportationCSX posts 'strong' first quarter Read More »
Union Pacific RailroadUP revenue, income rose in Q1, but operating performance missed expectations Read More »
April 20
Supplier SpotlightRail supplier news from Wabtec, Alstom, Railinc, Industry-Railway and David Evans (April 20) Read More »
Passenger RailVIA Rail Canada unveils five-year sustainability plan Read More »
MechanicalAmtrak's National Network locomotives get new look Read More »
IntermodalCanada proposes millions in funding to improve supply-chain efficiency Read More »
Passenger RailMinneapolis Met Council recommends Blue Line light-rail extension route Read More »
LaborCSX reaches tentative pact with SMART-TD Read More »
April 19
Passenger RailHigher gas prices prompt fare reduction on New Mexico Rail Runner Read More »
ShippersCF Industries: UP delaying fertilizer shipments Read More »
Passenger RailMetrolinx to upgrade Mimico GO Station as part of 'transit community' development Read More »
Union Pacific RailroadUP recognized as 'best place to work' for women Read More »
IntermodalLong Beach port's on-dock rail project receives environmental approval Read More »
Federal Legislation & RegulationTSA will no longer enforce federal mask mandate Read More »
April 18
Short Lines & RegionalsReading & Northern's restored steam locomotive completes first test run Read More »
LaborBLET, Montana Rail reach tentative agreement Read More »
Norfolk Southern RailwayNS expands conductor trainee incentive program Read More »
IntermodalCoos Bay port completes Coalbank Slough Bridge project Read More »
Union Pacific RailroadUP expands ESG strategy Read More »
CSX TransportationSTB approves CSX plan to acquire Pan Am Railways Read More »
April 14
Supplier SpotlightRail supplier news from STV, Alstom, American Track, TRAC and RESMA (April 14) Read More »
Passenger RailOntario invests in rail transit restoration, begins construction on Eglinton Crosstown extension Read More »
MechanicalMetrolink becomes first U.S. passenger-rail agency to run on renewable fuel Read More »
Passenger RailNJ Transit awards contracts for two construction projects Read More »
Rail Industry TrendsU.S. rail traffic in Week 14: Carloads up, intermodal down Read More »
Passenger RailFeds OK $1.76B loan for Maryland’s Purple Line project Read More »
April 13
PeopleBritish Columbia transit leader Ladrak to step down Read More »
LaborTTD asks STB to act on rail service problems Read More »
Passenger RailAmtrak, PennDOT to add trains to Keystone route Read More »
MechanicalOntario Northland to refurbish 56 GO Transit rail cars Read More »
SecurityTransit agencies tighten security after shooting on New York subway system Read More »
Short Lines & RegionalsWatco's Webb to receive 2022 Railroad Innovator Award Read More »
April 12
Supplier SpotlightRail supplier news from Koppers and AllTranstek (April 12) Read More »
Passenger RailCaltrain completes South San Francisco station upgrades Read More »
PeoplePANYNJ Director Ruda to depart; Rooney named successor Read More »
PeopleIAM creates rail division, picks Hartford to lead Read More »
Federal Legislation & RegulationSTB sets more hearing dates for Amtrak Gulf Coast case Read More »
Rail Industry TrendsU.S. Class Is employed more people in February Read More »
Passenger RailSixteen people injured in shooting on NYC subway train Read More »
April 11
ShippersRetailers: Imports remain high Read More »
Passenger RailNCTD issues RFP for mixed-use development at two Coaster rail stations Read More »
LaborChicago South Shore, SMART-TD approve new contract Read More »
Rail Industry TrendsUSDOT: Supply-chain flow is improving Read More »
Passenger RailPortal North Bridge project construction gets green light Read More »
AmtrakAmtrak makes $3.3B grant request for FY2023 Read More »
April 8
Supplier SpotlightRail supplier news from Greenbrier, Balfour Beatty, Thales and Alstom (April 8) Read More »
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PeopleFlorida Gov. DeSantis appoints Perdue secretary of FDOT Read More »
Passenger RailMetra to boost service as commuters return to offices Read More »
Federal Legislation & RegulationHouse transportation leaders call on FRA to finalize rail-worker fatigue rule Read More »
Short Lines & RegionalsNorth Carolina Railroad invests in construction of new steel mill Read More »
Federal Legislation & RegulationSTB sets hearing to address rail service complaints Read More »
April 7
Passenger RailKansas City breaks ground on streetcar extension project Read More »
Federal Legislation & RegulationUSDOT announces largest-ever investment in public transit Read More »
PeopleDART hires Barket as chief of staff Read More »
Rail Industry TrendsU.S. railroads report mixed traffic results for March Read More »
Norfolk Southern RailwayNS, Commtrex to expand customer access to transload facilities Read More »
Canadian National Railway - CNCN, Montreal port to develop new terminal's rail component Read More »
April 6
PeopleAlghabra announces VIA Rail reappointments Read More »
Passenger RailMTA to restore two historic Metro-North rail stations Read More »
Passenger RailBritish Columbia extends pandemic relief funding for transit agencies Read More »
Norfolk Southern RailwayNS donates rail history archives to Virginia museum Read More »
Short Lines & RegionalsOmniTRAX to serve Lineage Logistics site in Colorado Read More »
Canadian National Railway - CNCN recognizes 241 shippers for safe handling of dangerous goods Read More »
April 5
Supplier SpotlightRail supplier news from Alstom, Thales and Arup (April 5) Read More »
Rail Industry TrendsOhio DOT seeking feedback on state’s updated freight plan Read More »
IntermodalPennsylvania extends intermodal cargo incentive program Read More »
IntermodalVirginia port gets final piece of federal funding for dredging project Read More »
LaborCourt: Rail union must engage in multi-employer bargaining Read More »
PeopleNS appoints Hudson VP of transportation Read More »
April 4
Passenger RailCaltrain to cut fares in half, resume regular weekday service Read More »
PeopleRail Passengers Association names Richards chair Read More »
Rail Industry TrendsPennDOT seeks P3 proposals for rail, other projects Read More »
Federal Legislation & RegulationSTB denies mediation request in Amtrak Gulf Coast case Read More »
Passenger RailCalgary issues RFQ for Green Line light-rail project Read More »
Rail Industry TrendsBNSF CEO Farmer responds to NGFA service complaints; Sen. Capito asks STB to address rail-car shortage Read More »
April 1
Rail Industry TrendsMetra, CTA join campaign to promote transit in Chicago Read More »
Passenger RailVancouver OKs route, station locations for SkyTrain extension Read More »
AmtrakAmtrak unveils new Acela train interiors Read More »
Norfolk Southern RailwayNS garners two awards for sustainability achievements Read More »
PeopleCSX hires Fortune as EVP, chief digital and technology officer Read More »
Canadian PacificCP 'disappointed' with TSB report on 2019 fatal derailment Read More »
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