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Amtrak Heartland Flyer train beside a platform at Fort Worth Central Station

26.08.2026

Texas funding keeps Heartland Flyer service running in 2027

Union Pacific freight locomotives on tracks in Portland, Oregon

26.08.2026

STB orders unfiltered workpapers in UP-NS review

Norfolk and Western Railway passenger car in Hinton, West Virginia

25.08.2026

Norfolk & Western Power Car 409 Faces Deadline

Austin Light Rail

02.01.2025

Austin Light Rail Project Brings Modern Transit Solutions to Austin

Austin Light Rail marks a major transformation in the city’s transportation system, addressing congestion and improving transit accessibility with modern, eco-friendly solutions.
Chicago commuter rail network

02.01.2025

Chicago Commuter Rail Network Enhances Communication Systems with New Technology Upgrade

The Chicago commuter rail network is modernizing its communication systems using cutting-edge technology. This upgrade enhances security, bandwidth, and capacity, ensuring better service and smoother operations.
Rail Infrastructure Projects

31.12.2024

$55 Million Approved for Rail Infrastructure Projects to Boost Economic Growth

Pennsylvania commits $55 million to Rail Infrastructure Projects, modernizing freight transportation and creating 344 jobs.
Track Improvement Program

31.12.2024

MBTA Celebrates Completion of Track Improvement Program for Better Transit Service

Massachusetts officials celebrated the successful completion of the Track Improvement Program at MBTA. The upgrades promise faster commutes, improved reliability, and better service for thousands of daily riders.
Reading & Northern Railroad

31.12.2024

Reading & Northern Railroad to Relaunch Steam-Powered Train Excursions in 2025

Reading & Northern Railroad will resume steam-powered train excursions in 2025, offering scenic journeys through Pennsylvania’s historic landscapes.
Norfolk Southern

31.12.2024

Norfolk Southern Trains First Responders for Rail Safety and Emergency Preparedness

Norfolk Southern trained over 5,500 first responders in 2024 to improve rail safety and emergency preparedness. The program enhances skills and strengthens readiness for rail-related incidents.
U.S. President Jimmy Carter

30.12.2024

U.S. President Jimmy Carter and His Lasting Impact on America’s Rail Industry

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CPKC

30.12.2024

CPKC Expands Trade Capacity with New International Bridge at US-Mexico Border

CPKC has opened a new international railway bridge, doubling freight capacity at the US-Mexico border. This critical upgrade improves trade efficiency and strengthens connections between North American markets.
Austin Transit Partnership

30.12.2024

Austin Transit Partnership Announces Plans for Urban Rail Development in Austin

Austin Transit Partnership has selected AECOM as a partner for Austin’s urban rail project. The first phase includes building 16 kilometers of track and adding 15 new stations.
Savannah Port

29.12.2024

Savannah Port Expansion Boosts Trade Between the USA and Africa

The Savannah Port expansion marks a significant development, boosting trade between the USA and Africa through improved capacity, efficiency, and connectivity.
Passenger Train Strikes Fire Truck

29.12.2024

Passenger Train Strikes Fire Truck at Florida Crossing, Injuring 15 People

Fifteen people were injured after a passenger train struck a fire truck at a Florida crossing, sparking investigations into the incident and raising concerns about railroad safety.
Montana Museum of Railroad History

29.12.2024

Montana Museum of Railroad History Hosts Interactive Model Train Experiences

The Montana Museum of Railroad History in Great Falls offers hands-on model train experiences. Visitors of all ages can explore interactive layouts, run trains, and learn railroad history.