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Amtrak Missouri River Runner train in Kansas City, Missouri

13.07.2026

Amtrak Service Disruption Continues on Missouri Route

Northbound City of New Orleans at Memphis Central Station

13.07.2026

City of New Orleans Service Set to Resume Daily July 13

Exterior view of an Amtrak NextGen Acela train

11.07.2026

NextGen Acela Maintenance Capacity May Lag Fleet Rollout

Amtrak and its partners are making historic investments to modernize America’s rail infrastructure, creating jobs, boosting the economy, and improving travel efficiency through nationwide construction projects.

14.02.2025

Amtrak Leads Historic Rail Infrastructure Investments Across the U.S.

Amtrak Drives a New Era of Rail Expansion. This was reported by the railway transport news portal Railway Supply.
The California coastal rail corridor is undergoing critical stabilization efforts to prevent erosion and landslides. The Orange County Transportation Authority (OCTA) has approved four key projects in San Clemente, California.

12.02.2025

California Coastal Rail Stability Projects: Enhancing Safety and Infrastructure

The California coastal rail corridor is undergoing critical stabilization efforts to prevent erosion and landslides. The Orange County Transportation Authority (OCTA) has approved four key projects in San Clemente, California.
Western Australia plans the nationalization of the railway network to strengthen control over infrastructure.

12.02.2025

Nationalization of the Railway Network in Western Australia: Reasons and Consequences

Western Australia plans the nationalization of the railway network to strengthen control over infrastructure. Authorities aim to optimize logistics and reduce transport costs for businesses.
The NYC Subway system desperately needs funding for critical upgrades, with the MTA requesting over $68 billion.

12.02.2025

MTA Defends $68 Billion Capital Plan Amid Federal Funding Concerns

MTA has unveiled a $68 billion capital investment plan, sparking concerns about securing federal funding. The agency aims to improve infrastructure, modernize transit, and ensure long-term reliability across New York’s transportation network.
Vietnam is planning a large-scale railway expansion to improve transport and economic growth. The government has secured financial backing, including Chinese loans, to fund this $8 billion infrastructure project.

11.02.2025

Vietnam Plans Major Railway Expansion with Chinese Investment

Vietnam is planning a large-scale railway expansion to improve transport and economic growth. The government has secured financial backing, including Chinese loans, to fund this $8 billion infrastructure project.
Utah failed to secure billions in federal rail funding, ranking among the lowest states. This missed opportunity has raised concerns about the state’s leadership and long-term transportation strategy.

11.02.2025

Utah Missed Billions in Federal Rail Funding Opportunities

Utah failed to secure billions in federal rail funding, ranking among the lowest states. This missed opportunity has raised concerns about the state’s leadership and long-term transportation strategy.
The foundations for Old Oak Common high speed station are now complete, marking a significant step in the HS2 project

11.02.2025

Foundations Completed for Old Oak Common High Speed Station in London

The foundations for Old Oak Common high speed station are now complete, marking a significant step in the HS2 project. This milestone brings London closer to enhanced high-speed rail connectivity.
A new overpass is being built in England as part of HS2 HSR, ensuring a safe passage for wildlife.

11.02.2025

HS2 HSR: Construction of an Overpass with Wildlife Crossings in England

A new overpass is being built in England as part of HS2 HSR, ensuring a safe passage for wildlife. Major construction work has been completed, and the project is progressing according to schedule.
Cocoa is once again seeking a $47.21 million federal grant to develop a Brightline station.

10.02.2025

Cocoa Pushes for Federal Grant to Build New Brightline Station

Cocoa is once again seeking a $47. 21 million federal grant to develop a Brightline station.
The MBTA has fully implemented automatic train control (ATC) as part of its positive train control (PTC) system.

10.02.2025

MBTA Completes PTC and ATC Installation on All Commuter-Rail Lines

The MBTA has fully implemented automatic train control (ATC) as part of its positive train control (PTC) system. This upgrade enhances safety and efficiency across the entire commuter-rail network.
Funding has been secured to reopen the Portishead to Bristol line, allowing construction to begin.

10.02.2025

Final Funding Secured for Portishead to Bristol Line Reopening

Funding has been secured to reopen the Portishead to Bristol line, allowing construction to begin. The railway, closed six decades ago, will soon be operational after receiving essential government financial backing.
Austin’s light rail system is moving forward, despite business resistance, legal disputes, and funding issues.

10.02.2025

Austin’s Light Rail System Moves Forward Despite Challenges and Opposition

Austin’s light rail system is moving forward, despite business resistance, legal disputes, and funding issues. The LINC Austin team, led by AECOM, will manage phase one of the project.