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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

Trump tariffs would put cross-border rail traffic in the crosshairs

26.11.2024

Trump’s Tariffs Could Reshape Cross-Border Trade

President-elect Donald Trump intends to impose 25% tariffs on Mexican and Canadian imports starting January 20, 2025. Trump announced his plan via social media, promising to sign an executive order on his first day in office.

26.11.2024

TEXRail Expands Fleet With New Stadler Trainsets

Trinity Metro has finalized a purchase for four more FLIRT trainsets, strengthening its TEXRail service. This was reported by the railway transport news portal Railway Supply.

25.11.2024

Hybrid Locomotives: A New Step in Railway Technology

American corporation Norfolk Southern has partnered with Alstom to modernize aging locomotives effectively. Hybrid locomotives, powered by batteries, represent a significant innovation in the transportation industry.

24.11.2024

MBTA Orders Additional Railcars to Modernize Commuter Services

The Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority (MBTA) board approved an order for 39 bilevel commuter railcars, totaling 163 cars in service or on order.

23.11.2024

Northeast Corridor Rail Projects Secure $1.5 Billion Federal Funding

The Federal Railroad Administration has allocated $1. 5 billion for passenger rail projects along the Northeast Corridor.

23.11.2024

Caltrain Electrifies Rail Travel: A Sustainable Step for San Francisco to San Jose

Caltrain Electrifies Rail Travel with its fully electric trains, revolutionizing travel between San Francisco and San Jose.

22.11.2024

U.S. Department of Transportation Introduces Climate Strategy for 2024–2027

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21.11.2024

New York Updates Subway Fleet: Modernizing Public Transit with 1,495 New Cars

New York Updates Subway Fleet: 1,495 New Cars Included in the $7. 6 Billion Plan.

20.11.2024

Donald Trump Nominates Sean Duffy as New US Transportation Secretary

Donald Trump has nominated Sean Duffy as the new US transportation secretary, sparking nationwide discussions. His leadership will likely influence critical decisions about infrastructure and safety in the coming years.

20.11.2024

Texas High-Speed Rail Could Revolutionize Travel in the State

Texas High-Speed Rail is set to transform regional travel by connecting Dallas and Houston in 90 minutes. This was reported by the railway transport news portal Railway Supply.

20.11.2024

Greenbrier: Annual Results, Financial Performance, and Future Growth Plans

Greenbrier concluded fiscal year 2024 by delivering 23,700 freight cars, meeting its previously stated forecasts. This result highlights the company’s stability and demonstrates the effectiveness of its growth strategy.

18.11.2024

Northeast Corridor Rail Upgrades to Transform US Passenger Rail Network

The US Department of Transportation is investing $1. 5 billion in Northeast Corridor Rail Upgrades to modernize critical infrastructure, improve safety, and enhance service reliability for millions of passengers.