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Rail News: August 2019
August 30
Supplier SpotlightU.S. Reps. Finkenauer, Emmer tour rail businesses in Iowa, Minnesota Read More »
PeopleMetrolink appoints three to leadership roles Read More »
Supplier SpotlightRail supplier news from Greenbrier, Vossloh, Road and Rail, Alstom and Strato (Aug. 30) Read More »
Federal Legislation & RegulationNJ leaders call for federal funding of Portal North Bridge replacement Read More »
Passenger RailMassDOT to receive federal funds to upgrade interlocking, announces new Amtrak service Read More »
Federal Legislation & RegulationTransport Canada: Rail operations to relocate to Lac-Megantic industrial park Read More »
Passenger RailUSDOT funds Gulf Coast passenger-rail restoration Read More »
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Canadian National Railway - CNCN to acquire Massena rail line from CSX Read More »
August 29
SafetyLA Angels join Amtrak, Operation Lifesaver to promote rail safety Read More »
Passenger RailBART partners with track workforce training program, hires more police officers Read More »
Passenger RailCaltrain proposes grade separation options Read More »
Federal Legislation & RegulationCanada considers rail line extension to Quebec marine terminal Read More »
Rail Industry TrendsAAR: U.S. rail traffic fell 5.9 percent in Week 34 Read More »
PeopleDART names Costello CFO, extends Amazon shuttle agreement Read More »
Passenger RailVTA receives FTA funding allocation for Silicon Valley extension Read More »
Norfolk Southern RailwayNorfolk Southern EVP, CFO Earhart to retire, George named successor Read More »
August 28
Supplier SpotlightRail supplier news from RailWorks, TekTracking, Geopier, Mitsui Rail, Ricardo and Michael Baker (Aug. 28) Read More »
Passenger RailMontreal transit agency recognized as project management award finalist Read More »
Passenger RailMetra to host vendor fair to showcase contractor diversity Read More »
Union Pacific RailroadUP recognized as 'military friendly' employer Read More »
PeopleFormer CSX leader Carpenter dies Read More »
Passenger RailMetrolinx selects Mobilinix to design, operate Hurontario light rail Read More »
MOWCanada to fund rehab of Gaspesie railway link Read More »
Passenger RailAPTA commends Phoenix voters for backing light rail Read More »
August 27
Passenger RailACE to launch Saturday service Read More »
Union Pacific RailroadMetra cancels Union Pacific West schedule changes Read More »
Federal Legislation & RegulationFTA proposes new definition of 'major' transit projects Read More »
M&AVossloh sells locomotives business to CRRC subsidiary Read More »
Passenger RailCanadian governments partner to fund Toronto rail projects Read More »
M&AOmniTRAX affiliate to acquire Cleveland Commercial Railroad Read More »
PeopleCSX names Longson VP of energy Read More »
M&AFirst State Investments acquires Patriot Rail and Ports Read More »
August 26
Passenger RailBART OKs updated Irvington Station plan Read More »
Passenger RailPittsburgh transit agency reopens transit tunnel Read More »
ShippersNRF: Retailers concerned about tariff escalation's impact Read More »
Passenger RailSound Transit preps for Connect 2020 light-rail expansion Read More »
Canadian PacificMillions raised for pediatric care at CP Women's Open Read More »
Passenger RailCleveland RTA reopens Red Line Read More »
Federal Legislation & RegulationUSDOT proposes page limit for environmental review documents Read More »
Canadian National Railway - CNCanadian government to negotiate with CN over Quebec Bridge's future Read More »
August 23
Supplier SpotlightRail supplier news from Cubic, Duos Technologies, Arup, HNTB and Wi-Tronix (Aug. 23) Read More »
PeopleCarey joins Chicago RTA's board Read More »
Passenger RailFlorida DOT recognizes SunRail southern expansion with regional award Read More »
IntermodalRail activity back to normal at Little Rock port Read More »
Passenger RailChicago Transit Authority exploring TOD options near 95th Street Station Read More »
CSX TransportationCSX unveils latest 'Pride in Service' locomotive Read More »
Passenger RailNCDOT to phase out oldest Piedmont passenger-rail cars Read More »
BNSF RailwayReport: BNSF challenges Oklahoma grade-crossing law Read More »
August 22
Rail Industry TrendsTransLink to host conference's Canadian debut Read More »
Passenger RailSANDAG issues bonds to finance Mid-Coast Trolley project Read More »
MOWAlaska Railroad restores service north of Anchorage Read More »
Rail Industry TrendsU.S. rail traffic fell 5.2 percent in Week 33 Read More »
Passenger RailCanadian government to establish transit network in Quebec City Read More »
PeopleSEPTA General Manager Knueppel to retire at year's end Read More »
Short Lines & RegionalsSouth Dakota DOT to sell all state-owned rail lines Read More »
Passenger RailFRA announces $272 million in 'state of good repair' grants Read More »
August 21
Supplier SpotlightRail supplier news from WSP, Greenbrier, Bombardier and NRC (Aug. 21) Read More »
Passenger RailLIRR to eliminate grade crossing, install bridge Read More »
Kansas City SouthernKansas City Southern posts 2019 Holiday Express train schedule Read More »
Canadian National Railway - CNG3 opens grain elevator on CN line in Saskatchewan Read More »
PeopleCleveland RTA confirms Birdsong as CEO Read More »
PTCNTSB marks train crash anniversary with PTC reminder Read More »
PeopleRailUSA names Wilson president, CFO Read More »
Passenger RailGov. Murphy orders NJ Transit to release monthly rail performance metrics Read More »
August 20
Passenger RailTransLink to increase SkyTrain service Read More »
Passenger RailNew Orleans RTA solicits public input on proposed transit redesign Read More »
LaborCTA’s Red, Purple rail modernization project team seeks diversity Read More »
PeopleAASHTO: Bradbury to serve as USDOT's acting deputy secretary Read More »
AmtrakPennsylvania panel to host hearing on proposed Amtrak service expansion Read More »
Rail Industry TrendsSTB: U.S. Class Is employed fewer workers in July Read More »
Passenger RailRhode Island Amtrak station to receive renovation funding Read More »
Federal Legislation & RegulationUSDOT should consider small railroads when making new rules, ASLRRA says Read More »
August 19
MOWTriMet resumes regular light-rail service following track work Read More »
Passenger RailValley Metro installs downtown Tempe streetcar track Read More »
MOWAlaska Railroad reports outage near Denali Park Read More »
Passenger RailLA Metro to reopen Expo Line stations Read More »
PeopleLRW extends 'Woman of the Year' nomination deadline Read More »
SafetyNCTD partners with NASA, FRA on safety reporting program Read More »
IntermodalCanada to help fund rail improvements at Pointe-Noire terminal Read More »
Federal Legislation & RegulationUS, Canada expand preclearance agreement to include cargo Read More »
August 16
Supplier SpotlightU.S. Rep. Craig tours Minnesota rail businesses Read More »
Supplier SpotlightRail supplier news from Duos Technologies, BiTA, Garlock, Vacations By Rail, Argus Consulting, Alliance Shippers and Hanson (Aug. 16) Read More »
Passenger RailOntario’s GO Transit to add midday train service Read More »
PeopleChicago's RTA adds Andalcio to its board Read More »
Passenger RailNJ Transit renews focus on transit-oriented development Read More »
SafetyBART awarded FEMA grant to expand police patrols Read More »
Short Lines & RegionalsHemphill to lead Uinta Basin Railway project Read More »
High-Speed RailCalifornia High-Speed Rail Authority, Kings County settle disputes Read More »
August 15
PeopleAmtrak names Stecklair police officer of the year Read More »
MechanicalMBTA launches first new Orange Line train Read More »
Federal Legislation & RegulationASLRRA: Fed task force says short-line tax credit worthy of permanence Read More »
Passenger RailSound Transit completes East Link light-rail extension guideway Read More »
Rail Industry TrendsU.S. freight-rail traffic fell, Canada's rose in Week 32 Read More »
Federal Legislation & RegulationFRA announces rail safety, infrastructure grant opportunity Read More »
Norfolk Southern RailwayNS names Allen Sutherland, Farrell to new exec roles Read More »
Passenger RailLA Foothill Gold Line panel awards light-rail design-build contract Read More »
August 14
Internet-DigitalMTA contactless fare payment pilot logs millionth ‘tap’ Read More »
IntermodalPort of LA marks another cargo record in July Read More »
Federal Legislation & RegulationOhio panel backs federal effort to curb blocked grade crossings Read More »
Passenger RailMetrolink marks record annual ridership Read More »
SecurityFEMA awards security grant to Port of Baltimore Read More »
Rail Industry TrendsRailTrends 2019 opens conference registration Read More »
Short Lines & RegionalsG&W opens bulk transfer facility on Georgia Southwestern line Read More »
Passenger RailHouston METRO advances light-rail expansion plan Read More »
August 13
Supplier SpotlightRail supplier news from Loram, Keolis and Greenbrier (Aug. 13) Read More »
Internet-DigitalGCRTA to launch Wi-Fi service at stations, on rail cars Read More »
IntermodalCanada OKs funds for Montreal port's rail bridge, truck project Read More »
MOWNorth Carolina DOT's 10-year plan calls for over 50 rail projects Read More »
Passenger RailMBTA accelerates project timelines Read More »
Rail Industry TrendsIllinois governor signs bill mandating two-person freight-train crews Read More »
PTCTexas commuter railroad to implement PTC this month Read More »
MOWNorfolk Southern picks lead engineering team for 75th Street Corridor project Read More »
August 12
Passenger RailGCRTA study recommends fare policy changes Read More »
Passenger RailVIA Rail posts ridership increase during long August weekend Read More »
Federal Legislation & RegulationNTSB reports probable cause in fatal 2018 MARTA accident Read More »
SafetyMetro Transit-St. Louis names public safety team Read More »
LaborBLET members ratify SEPTA contract Read More »
PeopleFerguson elected SMART TD president Read More »
Supplier SpotlightU.S. Rep. Kelly talks short-line tax credit, infrastructure bills during plant tour Read More »
MOWCanada announces rail project funding to increase access to CP, CN lines Read More »
August 9
Passenger RailLA Metro expands bike share program Read More »
PeopleCommuter Rail Coalition names Tucker vice chair Read More »
Federal Legislation & RegulationLawmakers seek more information on proposed LNG-by-rail permit Read More »
PeopleSanta Clara VTA taps Jenkins for interim COO Read More »
PeopleRailway Woman of the Year Award nominations due Aug. 16 Read More »
IntermodalSouth Carolina port records busiest July Read More »
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IntermodalCN, CSX announce new intermodal service Read More »
CSX TransportationCSX rail spur to be built at South Alabama Mega Site Read More »
August 8
Passenger RailTriMet to phase out mobile app tickets Read More »
Passenger RailSan Francisco MTA reopens Chase Center Station Read More »
PeopleIntermodal group to honor Fenimore, Mayes Read More »
SecurityPort Manatee awarded $1.4M federal security grant Read More »
SafetyWashington UTC accepting applications for rail safety grants Read More »
ShippersTransport Canada announces funding to increase rail capacity at Vancouver port Read More »
Canadian PacificCP announces retirements, shuffles leadership team Read More »
Rail Industry TrendsU.S. rail traffic fell for sixth straight month in July Read More »
August 7
Supplier SpotlightRail supplier news from Interloc, Bourque, Cedar AI, Bombardier, RECo, Westermo and ENSCO (Aug. 7) Read More »
PeopleSenate confirms Sumwalt, Homendy to NTSB roles Read More »
IntermodalPANYNJ moved more cars during 2019's first half Read More »
Passenger RailMTA to modernize 42 Street subway shuttle Read More »
PeopleMetrolink appoints three to executive team Read More »
Passenger RailOklahoma DOT: Stillwater Central won't launch passenger-rail pilot Read More »
IntermodalIANA to honor Branscum, Wilson with Silver Kingpin Award Read More »
IntermodalPort of Long Beach awards two key contracts for on-dock rail project Read More »
August 6
Passenger RailUTA suspends some weekend service for rail bridge construction Read More »
Passenger RailValley Metro completes high school internship program Read More »
MOWBART to upgrade power system in San Francisco Read More »
MOWSEPTA closes trolley tunnel for repairs Read More »
M&ABRX completes acquisition of Pioneer Railcorp Read More »
PeopleStanley Herzog, president of William E. Herzog Enterprises, dies at 70 Read More »
Rail Industry TrendsPennDOT accepting freight-rail grant applications Read More »
BNSF RailwayBNSF posts higher Q2 income, lower operating ratio Read More »
August 5
Internet-DigitalTri-Rail redesigns trip-planning mobile app Read More »
Passenger RailDenver RTD concludes autonomous shuttle test Read More »
Passenger RailSouth Shore Line to operate Indiana shuttle service Read More »
High-Speed RailVirgin Trains seeks financing for Las Vegas-to-California rail service Read More »
Rail Industry TrendsMichigan DOT seeks comments on five-year transportation plan Read More »
MechanicalTransLink receives first of 12-train order Read More »
Federal Legislation & RegulationU.S. Sen. Wyden introduces crude-by-rail safety bill Read More »
PTCGAO: Interoperability issues a concern for PTC deployment Read More »
August 2
Supplier SpotlightU.S. Reps. Barr, Perry tour rail plants during August break Read More »
Supplier SpotlightRail supplier news from Alstom, NARSTCO, Loram, Biarri Rail, American Battery and Hanson (Aug. 2) Read More »
Internet-DigitalAAR seeks proposals for CREATE website redesign Read More »
SustainabilityTransportation group endorses governors' support of emissions reduction Read More »
Passenger RailValley Metro hires security support, rider assistance staff Read More »
C&SOhio rail panel OKs 12 grade crossing projects Read More »
Canadian PacificCP logs record crop year for Canadian grain, products Read More »
IntermodalIANA: North American intermodal volume fell in Q2 Read More »
August 1
MOWMetra begins bridge work on UP North Line Read More »
Passenger RailSFMTA to rebuild streetcar maintenance facility Read More »
Canadian PacificCanadian Pacific joins blockchain alliance Read More »
PeopleDART names Gamez general counsel Read More »
Rail Industry TrendsU.S. railroads log another weekly traffic decline Read More »
Passenger RailCTA to begin Red-Purple rail bypass construction Read More »
Canadian National Railway - CNCN unveils grain plan, forms ag advisory group Read More »
PTCBatory: PTC is 90 percent installed, but 'significant work' remains Read More »
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