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Rail News: August 2021
August 31
Federal Legislation & RegulationSTB rejects use of voting trust in CN-KCS merger proposal Read More »
Supplier SpotlightRail supplier news from Balfour Beatty, ECM, NSH and Greenbrier (Aug. 31) Read More »
Passenger RailMaryland DOT launches discounted fare option as commuters return to work Read More »
Passenger RailSEPTA adds service to prep for more riders Read More »
Rail Industry TrendsWestern states rail coalition to address supply-chain issues Read More »
Rail Industry TrendsCaltrans seeks public input on rail, highway improvement strategy Read More »
Passenger RailPATH's July ridership higher than June's level Read More »
Passenger RailN.Y. Gov. Hochul orders review of power surge that disrupted subway service Read More »
Rail Industry TrendsKCS, NS, UP evaluate hurricane damage Read More »
August 30
Passenger RailHouston's METRO adopts sustainability statement Read More »
Passenger RailFTA hosts summit on increasing ridership Read More »
PeopleWhite House appoints Porcari port envoy to supply-chain task force Read More »
Passenger RailCATS launches CityLYNX Gold Line streetcar Read More »
IntermodalNew Orleans port awards contract for LIT program management Read More »
Rail Industry TrendsClass Is employed fewer people in July Read More »
MechanicalKansas DOT awarded EPA grant to help short line reduce emissions Read More »
M&ACSX touts additional endorsements of proposed Pan Am merger Read More »
August 27
Supplier SpotlightRail supplier news from Progress Rail, Thales, TransmetriQ and Railinc (Aug. 27) Read More »
PTCUnion Pacific applies PTC to 'Big Boy' steam locomotive Read More »
High-Speed RailMTI releases guide to evaluate high-speed rail investment Read More »
Passenger RailRTD-Denver OKs study of Northwest Rail ‘peak service’ plan Read More »
Passenger RailMTA opens new garage at Metro-North station Read More »
PeopleIn memoriam: Short-line safety guru and industry contributor 'Jake' Jacobson Read More »
Federal Legislation & RegulationBART, RTD get relief grants for COVID-19 response Read More »
Federal Legislation & RegulationFRA announces funding opportunity for rail improvement projects Read More »
August 26
Supplier SpotlightGreenbrier logs orders for 5,500 rail cars Read More »
IntermodalAtlantic Intermodal Services expands Norfolk depot Read More »
SafetyCaltrain completes final grade separation component Read More »
MechanicalMetrolinx begins testing Eglinton Crosstown light-rail vehicles Read More »
IntermodalLong Beach port to host Pier B rail facility meeting Read More »
Passenger RailNJ Transit awards first contract for Meadowlands transit project Read More »
Rail Industry TrendsNorth Dakota DOT launches freight and rail plan Read More »
Rail Industry TrendsU.S. rail traffic total slipped in Week 33 Read More »
August 25
Supplier SpotlightRail supplier news from WSP and SMBC (Aug. 25) Read More »
Passenger RailWMATA advances faregate replacement project Read More »
Passenger RailMasks mandatory on TransLink trains Read More »
Passenger RailMTS Mid-Coast Trolley makes first trip on light-rail extension Read More »
Rail Industry TrendsNorth American transborder freight by rail increased in June Read More »
Passenger RailMetra sets meeting to discuss UP North bridge project Read More »
Passenger RailSanta Clara VTA close to resuming light-rail service Read More »
Canadian PacificSavage Chicago transload terminal targets construction industry supply chain Read More »
August 24
Supplier SpotlightRail supplier news from Railhead, RailPod, Chicago Freight Car and NRC (Aug. 24) Read More »
Passenger RailMetro-North Railroad to boost full weekday service on three lines Read More »
PeopleShuler elected AFL-CIO president Read More »
LogisticsBNSF Logistics honors suppliers for excellent service Read More »
Rail Industry TrendsKCS offering scholarships to women to pursue skilled trades Read More »
Passenger RailFlorida DOT slates meetings to discuss Broward commuter-rail proposal Read More »
ShippersG3 opens grain elevators in Alberta, Saskatchewan Read More »
Rail Industry TrendsIllinois DOT announces project to untangle rail network near St. Louis Read More »
August 23
Passenger RailTSA extends face mask requirement Read More »
Passenger RailAPTA recommends commuter-rail liability insurance program Read More »
Passenger RailLIRR, Metro-North resume full regular weekday service following storm Read More »
IntermodalBNSF Logistics recognizes TRAC Intermodal as 'equipment provider of the year' Read More »
Passenger RailBART sustainability report shows progress despite pandemic Read More »
IntermodalLong Beach port completes Middle Harbor container terminal Read More »
PeopleSTB's Moyer to prepare passenger-rail OTP duties Read More »
August 20
Supplier SpotlightRail supplier news from PTI, ARS and NRC (Aug. 20) Read More »
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Passenger RailAmtrak to restore Coast Starlight service Read More »
Rail Industry TrendsNRF: July retail sales slow amid tight supply chain Read More »
High-Speed RailCalifornia panel OKs environmental statement for high-speed rail section Read More »
Passenger RailPANYNJ posts short list of teams in LaGuardia AirTrain procurement Read More »
Passenger RailUSDOT to provide financing assistance for Sound Transit expansions Read More »
Kansas City SouthernKCS delays stockholder vote on CN merger plan Read More »
Union Pacific RailroadUP, Progress Rail to use biodiesel fuel to cut GHG emissions Read More »
August 19
Supplier SpotlightRail supplier news from A&R, nVent, Kaleris, Stadler and Hiab (Aug. 19) Read More »
Supplier SpotlightTrinity, Wafra form rail-car investment program Read More »
IntermodalL.A. port marks 12 consecutive months of growth Read More »
PeopleTTCI taps Cummings as AVP of research Read More »
PeopleValley Metro's Smith to retire in 2022 Read More »
Rail Industry TrendsU.S. rail traffic rose slightly in Week 32 Read More »
Federal Legislation & RegulationSTB determines Metra's cost for use of Chicago Union Station Read More »
BNSF RailwayBNSF reopens Arkansas intermodal site Read More »
August 18
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Passenger RailWMATA to launch new discounts, more trains Read More »
Passenger RailCaltrain to increase service, cut fares 50% Read More »
Passenger RailToronto, Ontario to start delivery of SmartTrack Stations Program Read More »
SafetyPUCO funding available for Ohio crossing upgrades Read More »
M&AHarvestone Group acquires Gateway Terminals Read More »
Short Lines & RegionalsKansas issues short-line funding program grants to 10 projects Read More »
Kansas City SouthernKCS, Savage form partnership to open Louisiana railport Read More »
Passenger RailFAA issues final environmental assessment of Newark AirTrain project Read More »
August 17
Passenger RailRocky Mountaineer begins route between Denver, Utah Read More »
SustainabilityClean air organization recognizes Indiana port Read More »
PeopleKinggo, Lindquist join Chicago's Belt Railway Read More »
IntermodalSavannah port's container count climbed in July Read More »
Passenger RailCanada to fund two SkyTrain projects in Vancouver Read More »
M&AAITX acquires The Andersons' rail-car leasing business Read More »
IntermodalCanadian Tire purchases stake in Ashcroft Terminal Read More »
PeopleWilton to become NJ Transit's first-ever general counsel Read More »
August 16
MOWMBTA to replace more track along Green Line E branch Read More »
Passenger RailWMATA to install new escalators at Pentagon City station Read More »
Passenger RailFirst tracks placed for Southwest Green Line LRT Extension Read More »
MechanicalCanada to help fund SkyTrain maintenance facilities Read More »
PeopleHomendy becomes NTSB chair Read More »
SafetyCanada to invest millions to modernize rail safety, security Read More »
Federal Legislation & RegulationLocal leaders call on USDOT, STB, FRA to preserve freight-rail system Read More »
Norfolk Southern RailwayNS to reopen Pennsylvania intermodal facility Read More »
August 13
Supplier SpotlightRail supplier news from Wabtec, Burns, Siemens and Hub Group Read More »
Passenger RailWMATA to redevelop West Falls Church Station Read More »
Passenger RailMetrolinx to reintroduce 30-minute all-day service on UP Express Read More »
Rail Industry TrendsShell subsidiary gains California grant to develop multimodal hydrogen refueling station Read More »
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Passenger RailSt. Louis' Metro Transit continues to improve safety, security Read More »
Passenger RailFoothill Gold Line design advances Read More »
Rail Industry TrendsFreight TSI fell for second-straight month in June, BTS says Read More »
Kansas City SouthernKCS board backs CN merger proposal, cites possible shareholder meeting change Read More »
August 12
Passenger RailSound Transit, Seattle partner on temporary tiny-home village Read More »
PeopleHiggins to succeed Touesnard as OmniTRAX’s CCO Read More »
Passenger RailL.A. Metro extends public comment period for West Santa Ana Branch report Read More »
IntermodalGlobal Port Tracker: Peak season should get off to good start in August Read More »
Passenger RailRTD adopts new strategic plan Read More »
Union Pacific RailroadUP posts past three years' equal employment opportunity reports online Read More »
AmtrakAmtrak requires employees to be vaccinated by November Read More »
Rail Industry TrendsCarloads up, intermodal volume down for U.S. railroads in year's 31st week Read More »
August 11
MOWMTA completes fourth Mt. Vernon bridge renewal project Read More »
C&SIllinois commission OKs crossing upgrade agreements Read More »
Passenger RailBrightline to resume service Read More »
ShippersSouth Carolina port breaks July volume records Read More »
Federal Legislation & RegulationTransit agencies met safety plan mandate, FTA says Read More »
Passenger RailMetrolinx lands federal funding commitment for Milton Corridor upgrades Read More »
PeopleIANA honors intermodal vet Brashares with 2021 Silver Kingpin Award Read More »
Federal Legislation & RegulationSenate approves Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act Read More »
August 10
Supplier SpotlightRail Supplier news from Wabtec, Ondas, Miller Ingenuity, HDR and Alstom Read More »
Supplier SpotlightRecognizing the Reader's Choice Award winners of 2021 Read More »
Passenger RailMetro-North to upgrade three Hudson Line parking lots Read More »
High-Speed RailIllinois governor signs bill creating high-speed rail commission Read More »
Passenger RailL.A. Metro completes Willowbrook/Rosa Parks Station renovation Read More »
Norfolk Southern RailwayNS issues newly renamed corporate responsibility report Read More »
BNSF RailwayBNSF scores solid Q2 financial results Read More »
Canadian PacificCP sweetens offer to acquire KCS Read More »
August 9
Passenger RailMetra completes North Chicago station rehab Read More »
PeopleSFRTA restructures management Read More »
Passenger RailSound Transit adopts realigned expansion plan Read More »
Federal Legislation & RegulationSTB issues final environmental document for proposed Uinta Basin Railway Read More »
Passenger RailWMATA cites greater reliability due to rehabilitation, prevention programs Read More »
CSX TransportationCSX gains key Pan Am deal support from passenger-rail authority Read More »
Kansas City SouthernIndependent proxy advisor: KCS shareholders should support CN merger Read More »
Federal Legislation & RegulationSTB denies Class Is' motion to dismiss Amtrak Gulf Coast case Read More »
August 6
AmtrakAmtrak debuts upgraded menu options in Acela first class Read More »
Passenger RailGrade-separated crossing reopens near new Caltrain station Read More »
Passenger RailSFMTA to start Central Subway testing Read More »
PeopleLabor mourns loss of AFL-CIO leader Trumka Read More »
Union Pacific RailroadUP's Lujan: Freight, passenger railroads work better as partners Read More »
Short Lines & RegionalsOmniTRAX designates rail-ready sites along Panhandle Northern Railroad Read More »
Rail Industry TrendsCook County awards grant funds to Metra, CTA Read More »
Short Lines & RegionalsNorth Carolina DOT awards freight rail, crossing safety grants Read More »
August 5
Supplier SpotlightRail supplier news from Trainyard Tech, Hanson, Freese and Nichols (Aug. 5) Read More »
Passenger RailCTA moves historic building, opens community office for Red-Purple modernization Read More »
PeopleMTA announces leadership changes at NYCT Read More »
SafetyGranite awarded contract for Jurupa Road-UP grade separation project Read More »
IntermodalWatco to help develop Ardmore Industrial Airpark Read More »
Rail Industry TrendsAAR: U.S. rail traffic growth decelerates in July Read More »
August 4
Supplier SpotlightRail supplier news from Hitachi Rail, Thales and TekTracking (Aug. 4) Read More »
SecuritySEPTA police launch YouTube channel Read More »
IntermodalWan Hai Lines expands direct service from Asia to PANYNJ Read More »
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Passenger RailL.A. Metro advances Sepulveda Transit Corridor project Read More »
LogisticsSavage opens Stockton terminal for renewable fuels distribution Read More »
Federal Legislation & RegulationInfrastructure bill could restart Baltimore Red Line project, senators say Read More »
Rail Industry TrendsCN, CP set grain-haul records in 2020-21 crop year Read More »
August 3
SustainabilityStudy: TTC subway air quality has improved 'substantially' Read More »
Rail Industry TrendsGov. Cuomo: MTA, port authority workers must be vaccinated or tested Read More »
LaborBLET members ratify new contract with PATH Read More »
SafetyNTSB investigating MBTA train collision Read More »
Rail Industry TrendsClass I workforce rose slightly in June from May's level Read More »
Federal Legislation & RegulationFTA to launch National Transit Workforce Center Read More »
Federal Legislation & RegulationSTB determines CP may seek certain KCS materials Read More »
Federal Legislation & RegulationAAR, APTA commend latest version of bipartisan infrastructure package Read More »
August 2
Supplier SpotlightRail supplier news from Knorr Brake, AECOM and Loadsmart (Aug. 2) Read More »
Passenger RailAPTA unveils mobility innovation report Read More »
Passenger RailSan Diego MTS marks 40 years of trolley service Read More »
Passenger RailLA Metro releases West Santa Ana light-rail environmental report Read More »
Short Lines & RegionalsRGPC Industrial Rail to serve Texas industrial parks Read More »
Federal Legislation & RegulationTransport Canada approves changes to rail operating rules Read More »
Federal Legislation & RegulationSTB accepts updated CSX-Pan Am merger application Read More »
Kansas City SouthernKansas City Southern responds to CP proxy statement Read More »
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