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Brightline’s PAB request approved by the FDFC Board
Five U.S. counties will benefit from improved rail infrastructure since Brightline’s private activity bond request was approved by the Florida Development Finance Corporation.
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FRA awards more than $200 million for PTC implementation
In selecting the grant winners, the FRA considered factors such as supporting economic vitality, leveraging federal funding and approaches to improve safety.
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Logistics Center Oklahoma City debuted by BNSF Railway
Servicing both carload and unit train customers, the new Logistics Center in Oklahoma City will offer more flexibility to clients.
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Greenbrier and Watco discontinue GBW Railcar Services venture
With tank car services and retrofits never materialising in the volume anticipated, the joint venture, GBW Railcar Services, has been discontinued.
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High-speed rail leads California towards a sustainable transportation system
California High-Speed Rail Authority's recent report details all progress regarding sustainable operations and construction in high-speed rail.
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Indiana will soon see increased train capacity and bottlenecks eliminated
Passenger and freight services in Northwest Indiana will be improved with a new project set to cost $300 million and last two years.
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Modern interiors of the new Acela Express fleet have been revealed
Amtrak is fitting their new fleet with modern Acela equipment, offering passengers contemporary accommodations and amenities.
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City of Peru’s freight operations in Illinois to be improved by state grant
A recent state grant will help fund a $4.4 million project in Peru, Illinois that is focused on making the rail line safer and more efficient.
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Amtrak to improve Northeast Corridor with $370 million
Amtrak is working towards a smoother, more reliable service along the U.S. Northeast Corridor by investing in new equipment and station developments.
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Phase 1 progresses in the Charlotte Gateway Station project
This future multi-modal station will consolidate public transport and intercity transportation, providing passengers with greater accessibility throughout the region.
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New commuter rail locomotive simulator will improve engineer training
By simulating the various conditions and scenarios that locomotive engineers will have to endure ensures they will be prepared to act safely and efficiently in an emergency.
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Hyperloop technology in the U.S. to undergo feasibility and environmental studies
AECOM and WSP will lead feasibility and environmental impact studies to explore the potential use of hyperloop in MORPC’s Rapid-Speed Transportation Initiative…
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How will railroad freight be affected if the annual U.S. GDP growth breaks the three per cent mark?
Petr Ledvina, Economist at the Railroad Tie Association (RTA) writes that an increase in U.S. railroad freight traffic is likely should the country’s annual GDP growth break the three per cent mark.
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New Siemens locomotives will enhance SEPTA’s rail service reliability
SEPTA celebrates the arrival of new ACS-64 electric locomotives, which are expected to provide great transportation benefits to riders…
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NCTD Board approves purchase of new Charger locomotives
To serve on the Coaster commuter services in San Diego, SC-44 Charger diesel-electric locomotives have been approved to replace five vehicles that have reached the end of their useful life…