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FRA set Climate Challenge to reach net-zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2050
The Federal Railroad Administration is asking operators and manufacturers to join their commitment to reach net-zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2050.
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Federal Railroad Administration (FRA)
The U.S. Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) was created by the U.S. Department of Transportation Act of 1966 and is one of 10 agencies within the U.S. Department of Transportation concerned with intermodal transportation. Its mission is to enable the safe, reliable, and efficient movement of people and goods.
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Magnetic levitation raises the bar for safety standards in rail
With state-of-the-art superconducting maglev technology looking increasingly likely to come to the U.S., Wayne Rogers, Chairman and CEO of Baltimore Washington Rapid Rail (BWRR), explains how this revolutionary technology offers the chance to raise rail safety standards throughout North America.
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FRA publish report on performance and service quality of Amtrak
The quarterly report uses metrics defined by the FRA to measure performance over multiple categories including customer service and financial performance.
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Brightline breaks ground on new Boca Raton station
U.S. passenger operator, Brightline, has broken ground on its new and fifth station at Boca Raton, which has been described as "a game-changer" for the city.
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CHSRA reaches federal funding match one year ahead of schedule
The California High-Speed Rail Authority has completed its federal funding match requirements, as part of the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act grant, a year ahead of schedule.
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Amtrak agrees to support proposed CP-KCS combination
Amtrak has agreed to support the proposed combination of current partner, Canadian Pacific Railway Limited and Kansas City Southern railways, to expand Amtrak’s service in the Midwest and South.
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Amtrak celebrates a successful 2021 fiscal year and COVID-19 recovery
Amtrak’s 2021 fiscal year highlights the company’s successful COVID-19 recovery, with ridership and revenue growth, and the introduction of new projects and initiatives for the future.
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FRA releases modernisation plan for rail network across 12 states
The Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) has revealed its Midwest Regional Rail Plan, a detailed framework for the improvements of the intercity passenger rail network in the Midwestern U.S.
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Brightline announces plans to reopen new and improved services
Brightline, the only provider of modern, eco-friendly, high-speed rail in America, unveiled its plans to resume service in November 2021, with brand new enhancements and upgrades.
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Amtrak announces $7.3 billion investment in new train fleet
Amtrak's investment includes a contract with Siemens Mobility for the manufacture of up to 83 multi-powered modern trains, including dual power and hybrid battery trains.
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$1.69 billion COVID-19 relief funding announced for Amtrak
Pete Buttigieg, U.S. Secretary of Transportation, has announced the huge sum will be provided under the American Rescue Plan Act and will give much-needed relief to Amtrak, states, commuter railroads, and to Amtrak employees.
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Metrolink awarded FRA grant to tackle suicide on railway tracks
Metrolink has received $59,000 to fund an outreach campaign to deter suicides on its network through training, public engagement and awareness.
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Amtrak initiates authority process to begin service between New Orleans and Mobile
The U.S. Surface Transportation Board will now step in to order CSX and NS to allow Amtrak access to their railroads in order to operate two daily services to the Gulf Coast.
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Baltimore Washington Rapid Rail to offer employment opportunities to disadvantaged communities
BWRR's Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Plan for Economic Opportunity in Maryland will work to provide better opportunities to women and communities of colour.
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$40m in grants awarded to improve road-rail crossing safety in five States
The grants will help commuter rail authorities in California, Massachusetts, New York, Pennsylvania and Washington eliminate hazards at highway-railway crossings.