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Metrolinx identify new location for GO layover facility
The new location for the Go layover facility was selected by Metrolinx to optimise services and support the GO Expansion.
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Images: Amtrak begin B&P tunnel replacement programme
Amtrak's B&P Tunnel Replacement Programme aims to boost future train speed, capacity and ride quality on the Northeast Corridor.
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Siemens Mobility to invest $220 million into North Carolina rail manufacturing facility
Siemens Mobility are building a $220 million manufacturing and rail services facility in North Carolina which is estimated to create more than 500 jobs by 2028.
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Kansas Governor announces almost $5 million for nine short line rail projects
The Governor of Kansas has announced that nine short line rail maintenance and rehabilitation projects are being awarded nearly $5 million.
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Federal Railroad Administration announces new safety initiative
Federal Railroad Administration's Amit Bose has announced a new safety initiative which focuses on hazardous materials.
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Canadian Government announces projects to reduce the impacts of climate change on rail
The Government of Canada is taking action to increase the resilience of Canada’s rail infrastructure while strengthening its supply chains.
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Roundtable: U.S. High-Speed Rail Developments
Moderated by Chris Brady, Vice-Chair, American Public Transportation Association (APTA) Committee on High-Speed and Intercity Passenger Rail, participants share their views on some of the key/pressing questions that the industry needs to address and aspects to understand about the major benefits of developing true high-speed rail in the United States.
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Brightline West announce landmark agreement with High-Speed Rail Labor Coalition
Brightline West have signed an MOU with the High-Speed Rail Labor Coalition prioritising skilled labour for the high-speed rail system.
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Siemens Mobility awarded service contract for Metrolinx
Siemens Mobility have been chosen by Metrolinx, Ontario’s local public operator, to provide maintenance services for the agency’s railway infrastructure system.
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Project launched to develop battery-powered passenger train for U.S.
Stadler, Utah State University and the ASPIRE Engineering Research Center are developing and testing a battery-powered passenger train for North America.
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Metra Board approve new strategic plan
The Metra Board of Directors have approved a new 2023-2027 strategic plan which focuses on addressing the challenges of a post-COVID world.
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Caltrans, CDFW and Brightline enter agreement to build wildlife overcrossings
Caltrans, Brightline West and the California Department of Fish and Wildlife, have agreed to design and construct dedicated overcrossings to provide a sustainable and safe path for wildlife.
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Amtrak recognised for workplace excellence
As Amtrak continue to expand their workforce in 2023, they have been recognised by Forbes for workplace excellence.
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CHSRA celebrates creating over 10,000 construction jobs
The California High-Speed Rail Authority have officially created more than 10,000 construction jobs since the start of high-speed rail construction.
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$2.5 billion of grants awarded for Bay Area transit investment
Transportation leaders in the Bay Area have celebrated as vital state funds have been awarded to Caltrain, BART and VTA.