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Capital expenditure programme in Nebraska will be $110 million
BNSF has a network-wide capital expenditure programme, focused on improving the rail sector, maintaining necessary infrastructure and securing a reliable railway…
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New plans for Great Lakes Hyperloop unveiled by HTT and NOACA
The two companies have signed an official public private partnership agreement, received bipartisan congressional support and revealed the growing Great Lakes Hyperloop consortium…
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Huron and Tuscarawas rail crossings approved for upgrading
The Public Utilities Commision of Ohio (PUCO) approves new devices to be installed at crossings; improving safety and efficiency whilst reducing the number of collisions...
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Four companies are interested in Chicago O’Hare express rail line project
A new express service between O’Hare International Airport and downtown Chicago is expected to deliver a multitude of benefits to the City, travellers and residents…
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Caltrain to launch mobile ticketing app
Caltrain Mobile is set to launch on 10 February 2018, allowing riders to purchase and activate tickets using their smartphone devices.
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BNSF Railway Company joins blockchain alliance
The North American freight transportation company is leading the way for the introduction of blockchain technology into the rail industry…
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Workplace violence risks in the railway sector
Although railroad security has been an industry concern for hundreds of years, the specific threat of railway workplace violence has garnered minimal attention. Railway accidents involving fatigue, drugs or hazardous materials have grabbed headlines in recent years, but railroad employees are more likely to encounter incidents of aggression or outright…
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The station for Texas high-speed train is revealed
The bullet train project is expected to cause economic growth, new jobs and area development, with increased property values as a result of the new station…
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Caltrain receives necessary funding for service improvements
Senate Bill 1, the state-wide transportation funding legislation, has provided significant funding to Caltrain, enabling their fleet to consist of new high-performance electric trains…
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San Francisco has received the first of 755 Bombardier rail cars
Bombardier Transportation will supply 775 new rail cars for the San Francisco Bay Area Rapid Transit District (BART) and the first one has just entered passenger service…
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California High-Speed Rail Authority appoints new CEO
As the California High-Speed Rail Authority continues to move from the planning phase to full construction of the high-speed rail system, the Board of Directors have announced a new Chief Executive Officer: Brian P. Kelly…
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A bullet train to keep Texas moving
Drayton McLane Jr., Chairman of the McLane Group and newly appointed Chairman of the Board of Directors at Texas Central, gives an insight into the Texas Bullet Train that is bringing innovative high-speed transport to improve congestion, pollution and safety in US’s second largest state…
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Chicago’s Metra to replace its aging fleet of engines
Metra has issued a request for proposals (RFP) to begin to replace its aging fleet of engines with new or remanufactured locomotives…
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TEXRail: A sleek new type of train arrives in North Texas
A state-of-the-art premier commuter rail is making its way to Texas – via Hungary. For Global Railway Review, Bob Baulsir – Vice President of Rail and Procurement at the Fort Worth Transportation Authority (FWTA) – provides an overview of what passengers can expect from TEXRail when the vision is complete.
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APTA names Paul Skoutelas as new President and CEO
The Board of Directors of the American Public Transportation Association (APTA) has selected Paul Skoutelas to serve as its new President and Chief Executive Officer effective 8 January 2018. Paul has been a highly successful and respected national leader in the public transportation industry for more than 40 years.