Amtrak

American passenger rail modernization is gaining momentum on the Northeast Corridor. Major infrastructure upgrades and new trains are helping shape a new era of travel, with the aim of more reliable service and a better traveler experience, as outlined by Amtrak Media.

Amtrak’s Office of Inspector General says Hudson Tunnel Project risk management could be tighter, even as the passenger railroad has advanced key responsibilities tied to the effort, according to a press release from the Amtrak Office of Inspector General and reporting by Railway Supply.

Amtrak OIG Hudson Tunnel Project oversight could be strengthened by sharper communication—both with partners and across Amtrak—and by more consistent project document management, the Amtrak Office of Inspector General said in an assessment issued Dec.

Amtrak Cascades ridership through Bellingham stayed steady in fiscal year 2024-2025, even after an early-2025 disruption threatened the route’s momentum.

Illinois Governor JB Pritzker is expected to sign legislation today that advances Quad Cities Amtrak funding for service between the Quad Cities and Chicago, as reported by iHeartRadio.

Intercity passenger rail grants just got a little more runway after the Federal Railroad Administration extended the application deadline for a $5 billion grant opportunity aimed at projects outside the Northeast Corridor.

Amtrak winter delays hit as temperatures hovered around zero over the weekend of Dec. 12–14.

Toronto–Quebec City high-speed rail is gaining momentum as Canada looks for a smoother path to deliver a roughly 600-mile high-speed line, building on the federal Transport Canada overview of the Toronto–Québec City high-speed rail initiative.

The Amtrak Roomette promotion offers a straightforward upgrade for travelers who want more privacy on the train: book a Roomette and bring a companion for free (as noted by Railway Supply).

The U. S.

Amtrak worker bonuses are headed to more than 18,000 employees, with a one-time $900 payment due before the end of the year.

Washington flooding Amtrak cancellations are reshaping rail travel in the Pacific Northwest. The disruptions are affecting both Amtrak Cascades service and the Seattle section of the Empire Builder.