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Rail News: August 2017
August 31
Supplier SpotlightRail supplier news from Siemens, Americold, Aspen Equipment, Cubic and HNTB (Aug. 31) Read More »
Passenger RailSt. Louis transit agency bans smoking Read More »
Rail Industry TrendsSMART rail system taps Masabi for mobile fare app Read More »
Rail Industry TrendsU.S., Canada, Mexico post rail traffic growth in Week 34 Read More »
PTCUnion Pacific reveals PTC implementation status Read More »
SecurityNJ Transit equips police officers with body cameras Read More »
Rail Industry TrendsHurricane Harvey: UP uses drones to survey damage; KCS, BLET donate to relief funds Read More »
Kansas City SouthernKCS, Bulkmatic to develop liquid fuels terminal in Mexico Read More »
August 30
Internet-DigitalUSDOT publishes report on intelligent transportation systems Read More »
PeopleCalifornia Gov. Brown names Miller to high-speed rail board Read More »
Passenger RailHampton Roads Transit to hike fares in October Read More »
Passenger RailMontreal transit agency releases strategic organizational plan Read More »
PTCCap Metro inks $66 million PTC contract Read More »
Canadian National Railway - CNCN marks terminal expansion at Port of Prince Rupert Read More »
SafetyFTA certifies Ohio for rail safety program; announces new deputy Read More »
Class IsBNSF, UP begin hurricane repairs in Houston area Read More »
August 29
Supplier SpotlightRail supplier news from Bombardier, L.B. Foster, RATP, Mott MacDonald and Road and Rail (Aug. 29) Read More »
Rail Industry TrendsPittsburgh transit agency adds Wi-Fi to seven light-rail stations Read More »
IntermodalVirginia port hosts largest ship to call on East Coast Read More »
Rail Industry TrendsMichigan DOT unveils state freight plan Read More »
Rail Industry TrendsRail service suspensions extended in Texas; UP, CSX pledge funds to hurricane relief Read More »
AmtrakAmtrak unveils new Siemens Charger locomotive Read More »
CSX TransportationCSX updates STB on restructuring plan Read More »
Passenger RailFTA approves $900 million for Maryland light-rail line Read More »
August 28
Federal Legislation & RegulationAASHTO: Trump administration to talk infrastructure with state DOTs Read More »
PeopleMetrolinx names Verster CEO Read More »
ShippersGrain pact to benefit terminal on Alton & Southern Railway line Read More »
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LaborUSDOT withdraws local-hiring plan for federally funded projects Read More »
Passenger RailMaryland officials to break ground on Purple Line light-rail project Read More »
ShippersCargill pursues grain facility expansion on UP line Read More »
MechanicalQuebec slots CA$300 million for Montreal train garage Read More »
Rail Industry TrendsHurricane Harvey's impact on rail service continues Read More »
August 25
Supplier SpotlightCongressmen visit rail suppliers in Minnesota, Utah and Ohio Read More »
Short Lines & RegionalsFlorida East Coast Railway recognized for service quality Read More »
Rail Industry TrendsToronto agency installing last of new subway gates Read More »
Passenger RailReport: Lower fuel prices thwart expansion of rail, bus travel options Read More »
Passenger RailMetrolinx issues RFQ for GO Transit's Lakeshore East project Read More »
ShippersVista Proppants opens UP-served frac sand terminal in Texas Read More »
Passenger RailSound Transit's light-rail ridership grew in second quarter Read More »
CSX TransportationSTB slates listening session on CSX service issues Read More »
August 24
Supplier SpotlightRail supplier news from Wi-Tronix, KLW, HAZON, Alstom and RATP (Aug. 24) Read More »
Passenger RailSEPTA rolls out Wi-Fi, digital services at commuter-rail hub Read More »
PeopleDART appoints new board members Read More »
Rail Industry TrendsU.S. intermodal traffic jumps 8.2 percent in Week 33 Read More »
AmtrakAmtrak wrapping up Penn Station's summer repair project Read More »
Rail Industry TrendsTriMet adds mobile fare-payment options Read More »
Short Lines & RegionalsNorth Carolina Railroad to invest in new factory's rail spur Read More »
SafetyShort Line Safety Institute awarded hazmat training grant Read More »
August 23
Passenger RailCleveland RTA to open rehabbed Brookpark Station Read More »
MOWLIRR replaces switches, inspects track for double-track project Read More »
IntermodalPort authority orders giant cranes for Virginia International Gateway Read More »
MechanicalSFMTA wraps up tests for new light-rail trains Read More »
MOWNCDOT project would improve CSX track Read More »
SafetyTrump signs off on WMATA safety oversight commission Read More »
Federal Legislation & RegulationSenators call on Chao to reconsider sleep apnea rule Read More »
CSX TransportationCSX revises service metrics to better reflect performance Read More »
August 22
Internet-DigitalGE, L.A. port expand pact to digitize shipping data Read More »
Rail Industry TrendsCaltrans report identifies rail's crucial role in California economy Read More »
Short Lines & RegionalsChicago South Shore adds covered steel-coil cars Read More »
Kansas City SouthernTYR Energy acquires KCS-linked rail terminal in Texas Read More »
Passenger RailPATH achieved weekday ridership record in July Read More »
IntermodalPort Freeport launches $21 million rail infrastructure project Read More »
Passenger RailSEPTA train crash injures 32 Read More »
Canadian National Railway - CNCN logs record year for grain shipments Read More »
August 21
Supplier SpotlightRail supplier news from New York Air Brake, Watermill Group, L. Keeley, Wissehr, and WSP USA (Aug. 21) Read More »
IntermodalG&W's Pentalver begins next phase of London container facility Read More »
Passenger RailMTA to wrap up rehab of Fresh Pond Bridge Read More »
Rail Industry TrendsSTB: Class Is employed fewer workers in July Read More »
Passenger RailInfrastructure Ontario, Metrolinx issue RFP for Hurontario light-rail project Read More »
Canadian PacificCP preps grain service for 2017-18 crop year Read More »
Passenger RailHDR to lead final design of Durham-Orange light-rail project Read More »
Kansas City SouthernKCS dedicates cross-border cargo processing facility in Texas Read More »
August 18
Supplier SpotlightU.S. Rep. Lieu tours completed California light-rail extension Read More »
Passenger RailTexas Central, Houston sign MOU for bullet train project Read More »
SecurityL.A. Metro tests subway passenger screening system Read More »
PeopleQuinn tapped to lead Maryland Transit Read More »
Passenger RailSound Transit chooses STV-Mott MacDonald to oversee light-rail construction Read More »
IntermodalCanada donates funds to Vancouver port's rail cargo project Read More »
Passenger RailFRA OKs start of SMART commuter-rail service Read More »
CSX TransportationHarrison slams Rail Customer Coalition for CSX criticism Read More »
August 17
Supplier SpotlightRail supplier news from Hanson, Railinc, Bombardier and SIGNET (Aug. 17) Read More »
LogisticsFlorida counties create freight logistics zone Read More »
Passenger RailDCTA to provide free fares on A-train segment Read More »
Canadian National Railway - CNCN names Waldock Niethold government affairs director Read More »
SecuritySEPTA launches security reporting app Read More »
Rail Industry TrendsU.S. rail carload activity steady in Week 32 Read More »
Union Pacific RailroadUP to lay off hundreds of managers, other rail workers Read More »
PeopleMetra taps Derwinski as executive director, CEO Read More »
August 16
MOWBART preps track work in Oakland Read More »
IntermodalRail will serve new Pin Oak terminal at South Louisiana port Read More »
Canadian National Railway - CNMattagami First Nation sues CN over derailments, oil spills Read More »
SecurityTSA cautions rail industry about Al-Qaeda video Read More »
Federal Legislation & RegulationTrump signs order to shorten project permitting process Read More »
Passenger RailBNSF, Twin Cities & Western agree to share corridor with light rail Read More »
PeopleMBTA names Ramirez general manager, CEO Read More »
CSX TransportationSTB seeks details from CSX for service problems Read More »
August 15
Supplier SpotlightRail supplier news from Bombardier, Linfox, ENSCO, WAGO and Stantec (Aug. 15) Read More »
C&STTC tests ATC system on subway line Read More »
PTCMBTA gears up to install PTC on Needham Line Read More »
PeopleAAR, GoRail present Railroad Achievement Award to U.S. Rep. DeFazio Read More »
Passenger RailGateway leaders seek private-sector ideas for Hudson rail projects Read More »
PeopleIANA to honor Huffman with Silver Kingpin Award Read More »
Passenger RailMet Council seeks 2018 start to Southwest light-rail construction Read More »
Norfolk Southern RailwayNorfolk Southern names Earhart EVP, CFO Read More »
August 14
Rail Industry TrendsCTA's Ventra app surpasses 2 million downloads Read More »
Union Pacific RailroadUP urges eclipse viewers to stay off rail property Read More »
SecuritySacramento transit agency boosts security at Blue Line rail station Read More »
Passenger RailTrack work begins on Eglinton Crosstown light-rail project Read More »
Passenger RailL.A. Metro unveils environmental report for Union Station improvements Read More »
Canadian PacificCP launches direct rail service from Vancouver to Detroit Read More »
AmtrakAmtrak hires consulting team to plan Penn Station concourse improvements Read More »
Passenger RailTexas Central inks pact with Fluor, Lane for bullet train project Read More »
August 11
Short Lines & RegionalsU.S. Rep. Carter visits Temple & Texas Central Read More »
Supplier SpotlightRail supplier news from ECN, Wi-Tronix, Hub Group, and Kontron (Aug. 11) Read More »
LaborBLET, LIRR reach tentative pact for locomotive engineers Read More »
IntermodalPort of Manatee on track to set volume record Read More »
Rail Industry TrendsRailTrends 2017 unveils conference agenda Read More »
SecurityOIG: Inadequate planning leaves USDOT exposed to cybersecurity risks Read More »
Passenger RailACLU sues WMATA over ad policy Read More »
MOWConnecticut DOT awards $237 million contract for Metro-North project Read More »
August 10
Passenger RailDCTA releases results of passenger satisfaction survey Read More »
Passenger RailBART preps for El Cerrito del Norte Station upgrades Read More »
Rail Industry TrendsBTS: Rail intermodal logged fastest growth since Great Recession Read More »
PTCMBTA to wrap up PTC work on Newburyport Line Read More »
Rail Industry TrendsU.S. railroads post carload, intermodal gains in Week 31 Read More »
PeopleAPTA to recognize RTA's Dillard for distinguished service Read More »
PeopleFormer NS exec Tobias dies at 72 Read More »
Short Lines & RegionalsSLSI: Study reveals themes that influence railroads' safety culture Read More »
August 9
SustainabilityRail supplier news from AngelTrax, Road & Rail, RSI and Vertex (Aug. 9) Read More »
Passenger RailValley Metro honored for ridership data portal, Northwest light-rail extension Read More »
Passenger RailPittsburgh transit agency to open customer service center Read More »
Rail Industry TrendsRTA: Crosstie production down, purchases up in June Read More »
Canadian National Railway - CNTeamsters ratify new pact for CN conductors, yard crews Read More »
ShippersUnion Pacific ranks No. 1 in Soy Transportation Council's report card Read More »
Passenger RailKC Streetcar starts planning for extension to university Read More »
MechanicalSiemens' new locomotive hub to use 'Internet of Trains' technology Read More »
August 8
Passenger RailSeattle slots funds for housing near new light-rail station Read More »
IntermodalWest Coast port workers approve contract extension Read More »
Federal Legislation & RegulationSTB determines cost of capital for 2016 Read More »
Federal Legislation & RegulationSenate confirms Sumwalt as NTSB chair Read More »
Passenger RailNYC Mayor de Blasio calls for tax on wealthy to fix subways Read More »
Federal Legislation & RegulationFederal agencies drop proposed rule for sleep apnea Read More »
AmtrakAmtrak, MBTA ink new pact for Attleboro Line Read More »
BNSF RailwayBNSF posts Q2 revenue, earnings increases on higher volumes Read More »
August 7
Supplier SpotlightRail supplier news from GE, Rail Partners, Andrew Stahl, and The Andersons (Aug. 7) Read More »
PeopleNorth Shore's Robey named 'Transportation Person of the Year' Read More »
Passenger RailMBTA's Poftak highlights infrastructure improvement projects Read More »
Canadian PacificSafety report: Canadian Pacific trains crashed after missed signal Read More »
Passenger RailMARTA cracks down on rail fare dodgers Read More »
CSX TransportationEEOC alleges CSX discriminates against women in hiring Read More »
Passenger RailCaltrain OKs station improvement contract, fare hike Read More »
Federal Legislation & RegulationUSDOT proposes $79 million in FASTLANE grant awards Read More »
August 4
Supplier SpotlightOmaha Track hosts congressional visit Read More »
Canadian PacificCP unveils 2016 corporate sustainability report Read More »
Union Pacific RailroadSolaris inks seven-year transloading agreement Read More »
High-Speed RailCalifornia launches new website to track high-speed rail project Read More »
AmtrakFRA to invite bids to replace Amtrak on certain routes Read More »
SafetyCN derailment prompts TSB to recommend track inspection changes Read More »
MOWMaine to receive FASTLANE grant for rail bridge project Read More »
AmtrakFTA issues record of decision for Amtrak Portal Bridge replacement Read More »
August 3
Passenger RailMetro-North Railroad slates hearing on increased service proposal Read More »
Passenger RailSound Transit seeks input on six-year transit plan Read More »
LogisticsAlberta Midland Railway Terminal marks progress on rail logistics center Read More »
AmtrakNorth Carolina DOT readies rebuilt locomotives for passenger service Read More »
CSX TransportationCSX rail cars derail, catch fire in Pennsylvania Read More »
PeopleHonolulu transit agency names Robbins executive director, CEO Read More »
Rail Industry TrendsU.S. rail carloads fell in July Read More »
CSX TransportationHarrison apologizes to CSX customers for service issues Read More »
PeopleMTA names Foye, Hakim to top leadership posts Read More »
August 2
Supplier SpotlightRail supplier news from Jacobs, Vertex, Lat-Lon, Cubic and Alstom (Aug. 2) Read More »
AmtrakAmtrak, Lyft unveil new partnership Read More »
SafetyWashington panel accepting grant applications for rail safety projects Read More »
Passenger RailAPTA mulls ways to increase revenue Read More »
Short Lines & RegionalsReading & Northern to supply rail cars for Ukraine coal deal Read More »
PeopleAustin Capital Metro CEO Watson to retire Read More »
PeopleCuomo, Christie name new leaders of PANYNJ Read More »
IntermodalIANA: Intermodal recovery strengthens in Q2 Read More »
August 1
Passenger RailMBTA improves rider satisfaction on commuter rail Read More »
PeopleG&O Railways announces locomotive manufacturer appointments Read More »
Passenger RailMetrolinx seeks firms to improve GO Transit rail stations Read More »
Passenger RailBART unveils draft environmental report for Livermore extension Read More »
Federal Legislation & RegulationFTA proposes rule to encourage private investment in transit projects Read More »
MechanicalARCI: Car orders, deliveries up in Q2 over Q1 Read More »
Passenger RailFRA opens environmental hearings for Hudson River rail tunnels Read More »
Short Lines & RegionalsHellmann: G&W posts "modestly stronger" Q2 results Read More »
Federal Legislation & RegulationNTSB issues safety alert for MOW workers Read More »
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