Amtrak Airo trainset marks key step for NEC launch
Amtrak Airo trainset testing is moving into its next stage for the Northeast Corridor, with the first unit assigned to Northeast Regional service now on its way to Pueblo, Colorado.
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Northeast Regional Airo trainset signals a fleet shift
Northeast Regional Airo trainset has left Siemens’ Sacramento facility, adding another step to Amtrak’s Airo programme. The train is scheduled to begin operation in 2027, with its design focused on improving the onboard passenger experience.
Amtrak Injects $4.5 Million to Overhaul Prince Station While Preserving Its Art Moderne Heritage
Amtrak ADA improvements are now underway at Prince station in West Virginia, where a $4.5 million project will replace the passenger platform, add accessibility upgrades and keep the station open during construction.
Amtrak Assesses Severe Catenary and Signal Damage Following Track 11 Maintenance Train Fire
Amtrak service resumes through New York Penn Station, but the restart was far from routine. The company said trains were moving again from 12:45 p.m. ET, even as “multiple train cancellations and adjustments” remained in effect.
Congress Strikes Back: Lawmakers Move to Abolish the Controversial Amtrak Arbitration Rule
Amtrak arbitration requirement is back before Congress, with lawmakers again pushing to remove the passenger rail operator’s mandatory arbitration rule. The bill focuses on ticket terms that can prevent riders from taking certain disputes to court.
Amtrak Borealis: How a Chicago–St. Paul route changed rail travel in two years
The Amtrak Borealis service has become a runaway success for Wisconsin, Illinois, and Minnesota, proving that passenger rail deserves a prioritized place in transportation budgets. Marking its second anniversary, the route reminds lawmakers that citizens increasingly view trains as an equal partner to highways and air travel.
Amtrak Appoints William Herrmann as Interim President Ahead of CEO’s Departure
The Amtrak leadership transition will see William Herrmann serve as Interim President as the US passenger rail operator moves toward the departure of President and CEO Roger Harris on 31 July. This is reported by the railway transport news portal Railway Supply.
Amtrak Acela delivery delays limit loss gains
Amtrak Acela delivery delays limited the railroad’s progress in cutting operating losses. Stronger cost control still improved results across the Northeast Corridor, long-distance trains, and state-supported services. This is reported by the railway transport news portal Railway Supply.
Amtrak Metro-North lawsuit faces track-access setback
The Amtrak Metro-North lawsuit continued Friday. A federal court in New York denied Amtrak’s petition. The request sought a preliminary injunction in aid of arbitration against Metro-North. This is reported by the railway transport news portal Railway Supply.
Amtrak marks one million NextGen Acela customer trips
NextGen Acela customer trips have reached one million. The figure marks a milestone for Amtrak’s fleet. This is reported by the railway transport news portal Railway Supply.
Amtrak healthcare fraud brings prison term for therapist
Amtrak healthcare fraud involving employee healthcare plans has led to a federal prison sentence. The sentence applies to New Jersey physical therapist Taejin Kim. A U.S. District Court judge issued it Thursday. This is reported by the railway transport news portal Railway Supply.
NextGen Acela tunnel fire: loose skirt hit third rail
A component on the Amtrak train came loose and contacted the third rail near tunnels used by Amtrak, Long Island Rail Road and NJ Transit. This is reported by the railway transport news portal Railway Supply.
