The California Transportation Commission (CTC) on Dec. 8 approved $1.1 billion in infrastructure funding, including $53 million to purchase 12 clean energy locomotives to replace older diesel engines across Southern…

Total U.S. carload and intermodal traffic for the week ending Dec. 6, 2025, dipped 2.3% from the same point last year, marking the ninth consecutive week of fall offs, according…

The Association of American Railroads (AAR) and its subsidiary MxV Rail on Dec. 8 announced that AAR Senior Vice President of Policy and Economics Dr. Rand Ghayad will be the…

Norfolk Southern (NS) on Dec. 8 announced the recipients of its fourth annual Thoroughbred Sustainability Partner Awards recognizing the Class I’s customers and suppliers who are leading the way in…

STV on Dec. 9 announced that Ashok “AJ” Nayee has joined the firm as Vice President for its Transportation North operating group. In this role, he will lead program management…

The Washington Metrorail Safety Commission (WMSC) on Dec. 4 issued a Safety Audit of the Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority’s (WMATA) communication systems performed through in-depth interviews, site visits, and…

The New York Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA) unveils a collaboration with the American Museum of Natural History (AMNH). Also, VIA Rail Canada (VIA Rail) unveils its 2026-2029 Accessibility Plan; and…

The Korea Railroad Research Institute (KRRI) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with both ENSCO, Inc., operator of the Federal Railroad Administration’s (FRA) Transportation Technology Center (TTC), as well…

Genesee & Wyoming Inc. (G&W) reports that overall satisfaction with its service is up for the third consecutive year and celebrates the 40th anniversary of the Rochester & Southern Railroad…

The Oklahoma Department of Transportation (ODOT) is requesting public input as it launches an update to its State Rail Plan, which, the agency says, “addresses existing and future passenger and…

IntelliTrans launches a new brand identity. Also, Hitachi Rail is named one of Greater Toronto’s Top Employers; RugGear and Swift Navigation partner to deliver high-accuracy location for industrial mobility; and…

Officials and individuals from the Mississippi Development Authority (MDA), Jackson County Economic Foundation (JCEDF), the Jackson County Board of Supervisors, the Jackson County Port Authority, and Chevron Corporation joined BWC…

A new analysis from the Association of American Railroads (AAR) underscores freight rail’s “critical role” as a supply chain stabilizer, “helping mitigate inflationary pressures and reduce price volatility compared to…

Union Tank Car Company (UTLX) on Dec. 2 announced that it has donated a rail tank car to support hands-on training for the Chicago Fire Department, Calumet City Fire Department,…

CN on Dec. 2 released its 2024 Delivering Responsibly Sustainability Report, marking the 10th edition of the Class I’s comprehensive disclosure on its sustainability performance.

The New York Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA) launches a new Capital Program Dashboard. Also, the Port Authority of New York and New Jersey’s (PANYNJ) PATH commuter rail records its second-busiest…

The Virginia Department of Rail and Public Transportation (DRPT) is now accepting online applications for rail, transit, and commuter assistance grants for the 2027 Fiscal Year. The annual grant application…

The Railway Association of Canada (RAC) on Dec. 1 announced the recipients of this year’s Safety and Environment Awards, “recognizing railways and railroaders who are driving meaningful progress in the…

Ra’anana, Israel-based technology company Rail Vision Ltd. (Rail Vision), on Oct. 9 announced the signing of a non-binding term sheet for a strategic transaction to acquire 51% ownership of Quantum…

Union Pacific (UP) partners to build a first responder training site in California. Also, CN, along with Port Halifax and PSA Halifax, welcome the inaugural call of CMA CGM Ambition…