Amtrak made $30 million worth of repairs at North Dakota’s five busiest rail stops, improving infrastructure and accessibility to make travel safer and more enjoyable for passengers.

This is reported by the railway transport news portal Railway Supply.

Amtrak completes $30 million upgrades at North Dakota stations
Photo: Rugby Amtrak Station(KMOT)

Amtrak enhances passenger experience across North Dakota

The project included Williston, Rugby, Stanley, Fargo, and Devils Lake stations where new boarding platforms, snowmelt systems, and LED lighting were installed. They enhance year-round operations and facilitate accessibility to passengers with disabilities. Layouts were also redesigning by engineers to be safer and less susceptible to winter disruptions.

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Amtrak’s modernization program underpins its long-term plan to build a more dependable national network. This investment is evidence of Amtrak’s overall dedication to its passengers and to the local economies. Every refurbished station now has better signage, waiting areas, and accessibility amenities by the mark of the company’s modernization objectives.

Amtrak upgrades funded through the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law

The Bipartisan Infrastructure Law funded the $30 million project, which is one component of an aid package to the United States transportation system. The initiative empowers Amtrak to upgrade rail corridors, increase capacity, and substitute old infrastructure on the country’s rural and urban areas.

North Dakota officials commended the project due to the fact that it ensures interregional connection and small-town connectivity to the metropolis. Conventional rail connections spur tourism and trade and provide an environmentally friendly transportation alternative among residents.

Amtrak is still investing throughout the Midwest on track with its national priorities to enhance safety, energy efficiency, and accessibility. Its continued modernization is an unequivocal roadmap to creating an accessible and climate-hardy transportation future.

Source: www.kfyrtv.com

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What is Amtrak?

Amtrak is the United States’ national passenger rail service, operating more than 300 trains daily across 46 states and providing intercity and regional connections.

How does Amtrak fund its station upgrades?

Amtrak receives federal funding through the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law and other programs, allowing it to modernize stations, improve accessibility, and support sustainable rail travel nationwide.

Can passengers benefit from the new North Dakota station upgrades?

Yes, travelers now experience better comfort, safety, and accessibility thanks to new platforms, snowmelt systems, and improved facilities.

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